Tracheostomy Course
Key Features
Of this Tracheostomy Course:
- Covers full tracheostomy anatomy, equipment selection and patient assessment
- Includes practical training on stoma care, tube management and humidification
- Addresses emergency response for tube displacement, blockage and bleeding
- Develops skills in suctioning techniques and communication support
- Meets current UK healthcare standards for hospital and community settings
Course Date Availability
Tracheostomy training at the following 2 centres. Prices from £142 per person :
| Training Centres | Next Available Dates |
|---|---|
| London, East | 20th Aug 2026 |
| Stoke | 8th Oct 2026 |
Course Information
Overview:
Tracheostomy training equips healthcare professionals with the complete set of skills required to safely manage patients who have a tracheostomy. The course addresses both routine care and urgent interventions, reflecting current UK clinical guidelines and practice in acute hospitals, community teams and care homes. Participants gain hands-on experience with a range of tube types, humidification systems and suction equipment while learning to recognise and respond to complications promptly.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Registered nurses working in acute or critical care
- Healthcare assistants and support workers in community settings
- Paramedics and ambulance clinicians
- Speech and language therapists involved in swallowing assessment
- Respiratory physiotherapists and outreach nurses
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Identify tracheostomy tube types and select appropriate equipment
- Perform daily stoma care and dressing changes safely
- Carry out effective suctioning while minimising trauma
- Recognise and manage common emergencies including displacement and obstruction
- Support patient communication and swallowing needs
- Document care accurately and escalate concerns appropriately
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs over one day and combines short theory sessions with extended supervised practical workshops using mannequins and real equipment. Delegates rotate through skill stations covering assessment, care procedures and emergency scenarios.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Tracheostomy anatomy, indications and tube classification
- Equipment familiarisation and humidification principles
- Patient assessment, monitoring and documentation
- Stoma care, dressing changes and infection control
- Suctioning techniques and secretion management
- Emergency algorithms for displacement, blockage and haemorrhage
- Communication aids, swallowing support and weaning considerations
Private Courses On-site
Tracheostomy training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Delegates receive a certificate of completion that records CPD hours. The certificate is recognised by NHS trusts and independent providers; many organisations require refresher training every 12–24 months depending on local policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked Tracheostomy questions:
The standard course is delivered over one full day with a balance of theory input and practical skill stations.
Participants should have a basic understanding of airway anatomy and hold a current role that involves caring for patients with tracheostomies or similar airways.
The syllabus includes tube types, stoma care, suctioning, humidification, emergency management of displacement or blockage, communication support and documentation.
Assessment is continuous through observation of practical skills and a short written knowledge check at the end of the day.
Successful delegates receive a certificate of completion that details the learning outcomes and CPD hours awarded.
The certificate itself does not expire, but most employers recommend refresher training every 12 to 24 months to maintain competence.
Yes. Tracheostomy training focuses specifically on artificial airway management rather than mechanical ventilation or enteral feeding devices.
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for practical work. All mannequins, tubes, suction equipment and handouts are provided.
Yes. The practical sessions use current equipment and follow UK guidelines so techniques can be applied straight away under local protocols.
Courses are limited to small groups to ensure adequate supervision during practical stations.
The standard adult course can be extended with a paediatric module when requested; the core day focuses on adult patients.
Delegates are sent a short pre-course workbook covering basic anatomy and common complications to help them prepare for the practical day.
Prices per person typically start at £142. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
The training focuses on safe, evidence-based practice that can be applied immediately in both hospital and community environments. Practical scenarios reflect the variety of patients and equipment encountered in current UK services.
Last updated: Jun 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group