This in-depth course covers the standard principles and best practice guidelines in relation to working with and supporting people with indwelling urinary catheters. It includes: anatomy and physiology; the possible reasons for urinary catheterisation; the risks associated with catheterisation. It includes the theory of insertion of the indwelling urinary catheter in both males and females; how to care for and maintain catheters; how to respond to common catheter problems and the importance of record keeping in regard to catheter care . 

• Define catheterisation
• Describe the anatomy and physiology of the male and female urinary tract as is relevant to catheterisation
• List possible reasons for catheterisation
• Define continence and understand who is most at risk of incontinence
• Understand the causes and types of incontinence
• Describe the different types of catheter and catheter accessories available
• Understand the theory of how to insert a catheter in both men and women
• Describe the best practice principles of catheter maintenance
• Know how to respond to common problems with catheterisation
• Appreciate the importance of record keeping in regard to catheter care
• Recall the possible risks associated with catheterisation