Our accedited microsuction ear wax removal course is deleveloped by Audiologists and ENT specialists, and has been carefully developed to ensure ultimate safety and effeciency to trainees and patients alike. This package includes the equipment listed below, along with ongoing clinical and commercial support. Unlike many other providers, there are no monthly fees. The cost covers training for all eligible staff. We believe this is the most comprehensive and affordable package available in the UK. Training can take place at your pharmacy, clinic, or office. If you don't have a venue or room, we'll arrange one near you.
What’s included:
Training:
Endoscopic Microsuction training is provided at your pharmacy or clinic at no additional charge, or you can attend at a nearby venue. We aim to offer training in your region once a month, so if you miss a session, there will be another available soon.
What the training involves
Seminars (conducted remotely before onsite training):
Seminar 1 (1.5 hours):
- Course materials, handbook, essential & recommended reading - Earwax removal: Historical and current perspectives -
- Earwax: General characteristics and production - Critical evaluation of included earwax removal equipment -
- Outer ear anatomy and physiology - Informed consent, record keeping, and communication needs
Seminar 2 (1.5 hours):
- Symptoms of occluded wax
- PPE and infection control
- Contraindications to earwax removal
- Pathologies of the outer and middle ear
Practical Onsite Training Itinerary (4-6 hours):
- Delivery of your equipment- Setup, tutorial, and maintenance of the microsuction machine and iPhone Endoscope
- Demonstrations of endoscopic microsuction techniques and manual tools on dummies, with time for hands-on practice and one-on-one trainer support
- Demonstrations of endoscopic microsuction techniques and manual tools on live patients, followed by trainee practice on live patients with one-on-one trainer support
- Observation of a live appointment, followed by trainees conducting a live appointment from start to finish
- Q&A session- Opportunity to revisit and practice any techniques
- Sign-off and certification
- Remote retraining as needed
Equipment Included:
- Endoscope (3mm diameter, 30mm working length)
- iPhone SE 2020
- Endoscope iPhone SE adapter
- 18650 battery and charger- Lightning cable (only)
- Microsuction machine with waste kit
- 1 suction tube- 25 Zoellner Suction Tubes
- 50 Jobson-Horne tools
- Bag for equipment and supplies- 2-year manufacturer’s warranty on all equipment
Aftercare:
- Patient management software
- Ongoing clinical and commercial support
- Marketing materials
- Live support (24-hour notice required)
- Standard operating procedures and risk assessment documents
- Access to all necessary documents to start this service
- Courtesy kit sent free of charge if your equipment requires calibration or repair, ensuring uninterrupted service
Please note, if you prefer to split the training into groups, an additional fee of £250 + VAT will apply.