Vitamin B12 is a man-made form of vitamin B12 known as Cyanocobalamin. Your body uses vitamin B-12 to make red blood cells, nerves, DNA and protein. B12 also helps metabolise fat and carbohydrates. Our body is unable to generate B12, but the vitamin is available from sources such as dairy, meat and fish. On our course you will learn both theory and practical aspects of B12 injections.
The benefits are:-
Speeds up metabolism
Improves fatigue
Improves well being & Protects the heart
Helps mood and depression
Who can attend?
Open to experienced therapists only with one or more of the following qualifications:
NVQ Level 3 Beauty or equivalent
Qualifications in either Basic Dermal Fillers or Foundation Anti Wrinkle
Nurse Doctor Dentist – or dental practitioner with a GDC number Pharmacist
Level 4 Micropigmentation with Level 3 A&P
COURSE CONTENT
Role and responsibilities
Accountability guidelines and requirements
Pernicious anaemia and other macrocytic anaemia’s: an overview
B12 and autoimmune disorders
Risk factors
Causes of B12 deficiency
B12 injections and common side effects
Inclusion and exclusion criteria
Circumstances in which to obtain advice and or action
Could it be B12 Deficiency
Side effects and management including ADR’s
Anaphylaxis
At risk groups
Contraindications and Precautions
Correct Administration and techniques including practical session
Injection sites
Advice post injection
Communication with patients and families
Legal Issues including consent
Prescribing Issues – Patient Specific Directions
What to record
Storage
Disposal of injections/waste
Infection control
Patient safety
Needle stick injuries
Competence and supervised practice
PCT/Practice Documentation policy
Facts and Figures
After successful completion of the course:
CPD Accredited Certification on successful completion of the course
Prescribing advice/information
Facebook support in the form of our academy groups
Duration and Cost of Course
Course Duration: Half a Day course Time: 10am to pm (Arrive 15 mins before) Cost: £499
£200 booking fee require to book (Not refundable). Booking Fee is taken off course price. The outstanding balance is due 3 weeks prior to the beginning of the course. At which point, pre-course material will be sent out via email.
