Enemas
Enemas training helps your team provide effective bowel care and understand how enemas are administered. Delivered on-site by our experienced clinical trainers, with practical work wherever the subject allows.
Why this training matters
Poor bowel care is a real NHS burden: unplanned admissions from constipation cost the NHS around £71 million in 2017/18, part of £162 million spent treating constipation that year — much of it avoidable with good proactive bowel care.
Source: Bowel Interest Group / Bladder & Bowel Community · 2017/18
About the course
Provide effective bowel care and understand enema administration
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Know the anatomy and function of the bowel
- Understand how injury can affect the bowel
- Understand how to manage the bowel
- Know different stool types and possible meanings
- Understand the Bristol Stool Chart
- Know what constipation is
- Be aware of the causes and treatments of constipation
- Be aware of natural ways to ease constipation
- Know what an enema is
- Recognise some indications for using enemas
- How to Administer an enema
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Function of the Bowel System
- The bowel
- Anatomy of the bowel
Methods of Bowel Management and Care
- Bowel management
- Bowel routine
- Types of stool and their meaning
- Bristol Stool Chart
Constipation
- What is constipation?
- What causes constipation?
- Treating constipation
- Natural ways to ease constipation
- Preventing constipation
Complications
- Complications of constipation
- Haemorrhoids
- Rectal bleeding
Enemas
- What is an enema
- Indications for administering enemas
- How to administer an enema
Please note: successful completion of this course certifies that delegates have demonstrated an appropriate level of competency within a training-room environment only. This is not the same as being competent to perform the procedure on a person. Competency must still be demonstrated in the working environment and signed off by a relevant and competent person in line with your company policies.
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These subjects sit naturally alongside this course — and we can combine courses into one visit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your service, anywhere in the UK — we come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team.
How long is the Enemas course?
It runs as a half day – 3 hours course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 12 delegates per session — we keep practical groups smaller so everyone gets hands-on time.
Is there a practical element?
Yes — delegates practise the techniques hands-on during the course, guided by the trainer. Please note that completion certifies competency within a training-room environment only; competency must still be signed off in the workplace in line with your company policies.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes — every delegate receives a certificate on completion. Certificates are valid for 1 year, so plan refresher training before they expire.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below — we reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit — just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits care & nursing homes, home care (complex packages), hospices, hospitals & clinics, supported living. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Enemas training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our clinical training range. Also explore mandatory training and first aid courses.