Certificate in Intravenous (IV) Therapy

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.