Program Overview

Advanced Foot Care for Nurses

Course Overview

The Advanced Foot Care for Nurses course is designed for registered nurses looking to gain new skills and expand their career options. This comprehensive course provides theory and practical instruction, covering essential topics such as the structure and function of the human foot, abnormal conditions, and infection prevention and control.

What to Expect

The course covers a range of topics, including:

• The structure and function of the human foot
• Abnormal conditions
• High-risk feet, such as clients with diabetes
• Infection prevention and control
• Business basics
• Podiatry tools and equipment
• Medical terminology
• Holistic approach to foot care
• Techniques to improve or manage foot and nail conditions
• Overview of foot care within the scope of nursing practice

Course Details

• Course Code: HHFC 023 F26N70
• Dates: October 17 to November 8, 2026
• Delivery: In-person at the Nanaimo Campus
• Schedule: 8 sessions, Saturday and Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm
• Instructor: Cheryl Southorn
• Tuition Fee: $1,390
• Textbook: Approximately $200
• Clinical Skills Equipment and Supplies: Approximately $500 to $600

Equipment and Supplies List

• Ingrown clippers
• Curved clippers
• Straight clippers
• Diamond files (fine, medium, and coarse)
• Callus file
• N95 masks
• Rotary tool

Cancellation Policy

Please note that there is no refund for withdrawing from the course within 7 days of the start date.

Eligibility

This course is open to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Psychiatric Nurses. Participants must bring proof of current active registration on the first day of class.

Testimonial

The Foot Care course is extremely beneficial and important, as many people suffer from foot care issues. The teachings from this course provide a way to spread awareness and help people with an overall improved quality of life and relief.

Campus Locations

• Nanaimo (main campus)
• Cowichan
• tiwmawtx (Powell River)