Microsuction

Rotherham Ear Care Centre provide multi award- winning training courses in all aspects of ear care. Our courses are delivered by a dedicated team of specialist nurses who have extensive clinical and teaching experience. Our courses are well-established and well respected backed by comprehensive protocols which are recognised and recited in the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) Clinical Knowledge Summaries. 

The course dates listed will be delivered at our training centre located at the following address:-

The Ear Care Training Centre

Address: Rotherham Community Health Centre, Greasbrough Road, Rotherham, S60 1RY                                                                                          Email: rgh-tr.earcaretraining@nhs.net                                                                      Phone:  01709 423140

For further details please click on the link -                                                           How To Find Us - Training Centre


To apply please click on the link -                                                                       Ear Care and Audiology Course Booking Form (microsoft.com)

We aim to process applications within 5 working days however, this can vary during busy periods. Following your application, you will receive an email containing your booking confirmation and further course details.    

Full course details including course content, eligibility and costing can be found in the links below. Click here to see what some of our recent course participants said.

Bespoke Training Requests

We are also able to offer training in your workplace or a venue of your choice for a minimum of 6 delegates. If you would like further information regarding this please contact us. 

National Trainers

We have numerous trainers in locations throughout England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Please contact your local trainer for details of the courses they provide.

Click here for a list of National Trainers


Course List

Below you will find details of the courses we provide. Please click on the headings for more information.  

The National Diploma in Primary Ear Care for Practitioners (Face-to-Face Delivery, 9.30am-4.30pm approx.)

A 5-day diploma level course for registered healthcare professionals. This intensive course aims to equip delegates with the knowledge and clinical skills to enable them to provide holistic care for patients with various ear problems.


Infections & Treatments and Management Half-day (Face-to-Face Delivery, 9am-1.30pm approx.)

This session is a half day training course which aims to provide practitioners with a foundation of knowledge on which to base clinical decisions when providing care to patients with ear infections. It is suitable for any health care professional who is required to assess, diagnose or treat individuals with ear infections.


Ear Irrigation & Instrumentation Course (Face-to-Face Delivery, 9.30am-4.30pm approx.)

This is a one-day course suitable for all healthcare workers including nurses, HCA’s, audiologists and other healthcare practitioners. This study day will provide the practitioner with knowledge and practical experience of ear irrigation and instrumentation underpinned by an understanding of the basic anatomy and physiology of the ear and the need for preventative care, including patient education and advice. 


Ear Irrigation & Instrumentation Half-Day Up-Date (Delivered via Microsoft Teams, 9am-1.30pm approx.)

This is a half-day session that allows delegates to refresh their knowledge of ear anatomy and the irrigation and instrumentation procedure. It will also include procedural updates in line with NICE guidelines. This course is suitable for all healthcare workers who have previously attended the Ear Care Diploma or an Irrigation and Instrumentation course.


Microsuction Course (Face-to-Face Delivery, 9.30am-4.30pm approx.) 

This is a one-day course suitable for all healthcare workers including nurses, HCA’s, audiologists and other healthcare practitioners. This study day will provide the practitioner with knowledge and practical experience of aural microsuction underpinned by an understanding of the basic anatomy and physiology of the ear and the need for preventative care, including patient education and advice. 


Microsuction Half-Day Up-Date (Delivered via Microsoft Teams, 9am-1.30pm approx.)

This is a half-day session that allows delegates to refresh their knowledge of ear anatomy and the microsuction procedure. It will also include procedural updates in line with NICE guidelines. This course is suitable for all healthcare workers who have previously attended the Ear Care Diploma or a Microsuction course.


Microsuction, Irrigation & Instrumentation Combined Up-Date

(Delivered via Microsoft Teams, 9am - 2pm approx.)

This session allows delegates to refresh their knowledge of ear anatomy and the microsuction, irrigation and instrumentation procedures. It will also include procedural updates in line with NICE guidelines. This course is suitable for all healthcare workers who have previously attended the full day course for these particular procedures or completed the Ear Care Diploma. 

Our next up and coming course date is 10th April 2025 at a cost of £295 per person.  Please complete the online application in order to reserve a place. 


If you have completed our Diploma Course and are interested in providing ear care training in your area, please get in touch.