Stoma Care

Stoma care training is essential for nurses, carers, and healthcare staff who support individuals living with a stoma. This course equips participants with the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills needed to provide safe, dignified, and person‑centred stoma care, helping to maintain comfort, hygiene, and overall wellbeing.

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The session explores the reasons why a stoma may be formed, the day‑to‑day considerations for individuals with a colostomy, and the best‑practice approaches that ensure high‑quality care. By the end of the course, attendees will be better prepared to assess stoma sites, identify concerns, and support individuals in managing their stoma confidently and independently where appropriate.

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This Apex training programme includes:

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• Introduction to colostomy care: Purpose, indications, and key terminology

• Types of colostomies: Ascending, transverse, descending, and sigmoid

• Understanding the stoma: Appearance, function, and normal variations

• Impact on daily life: How a colostomy may affect work, social activities, clothing, bathing, exercise, travel, sexual health, and diet

• Dietary considerations: How food choices can help manage gas, odour, diarrhoea, and constipation

• Medication and the colostomy: How medicines may affect stoma output and overall management

• Selecting the appropriate colostomy bag: Types of appliances and factors influencing choice

• Assessing the stoma and surrounding skin: Identifying complications and when to escalate concerns

• When to call a doctor: Recognising red flags and ensuring timely intervention

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Who is this course for?​

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• Suitable for: Nurses, HCA'S

• Delivery method: Face-to-face / Virtual training

• Course length: ½ day

• Max attendees: 15 delegates