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Certificate in Intravenous (IV) Therapy
Certificate in Intravenous (IV) Therapy
Hands-on IV therapy training covering cannulation, fluid management and complication prevention.
Course Overview
What you will learn
- Select appropriate IV sites and cannula sizes.
- Perform safe peripheral cannulation technique.
- Administer IV fluids and medications per protocol.
- Recognise and manage IV-related complications.
- Maintain aseptic technique throughout IV therapy.
Curriculum
Course outline
Module 1 — IV access fundamentals
Vein selection, cannula sizing and patient preparation.
Module 2 — Cannulation technique
Aseptic insertion technique and securing the line.
Module 3 — Fluid & medication administration
IV fluid types, infusion rates and medication safety.
Module 4 — Complications
Infiltration, phlebitis, extravasation and their management.
Assessment & certification
Supervised practical assessment. Successful candidates receive their QR-verified DIMS certificate.