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Microsuction Course for Healthcare Professionals

This hands-on microsuction course lets you develop the skills to perform microsuction and irrigation safely, through closely supervised practice. HCPC-registered tutors directly supervise all training on real patients. In addition, all volunteers give their consent, and we carefully select each case to support safe learning.

Accredited by CPD Certification Service
CPD Provider No: 17822

Small training groups also ensure close supervision, with three to four learners per trainer.

From £549 — or 3 monthly payments of £183, 0% interest · One day · Real patients, not mannequins

Who should attend this microsuction course

We designed this microsuction course for UK-registered clinicians, including:

UK registered clinicians

Audiologists

Hearing aid dispensers

Hearing care assistants

Pharmacists

Doctors

Nurses

Advanced nurse practitioners

Other suitable healthcare professionals

* * Attendees must work within their professional scope, governance and indemnity. The aim is to add a structured skill that aligns with UK practice while you continue working within established ENT, primary care and emergency referral pathways.

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What Previous Delegates Say

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Great experience and very knowledgeable tutor. Also Friendly staff. Very professional.
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Excellent training. From enquiry to course material to hands on training with actual patients. The whole day was way better then expected. Thank you
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What an amazing day. Really Informative and the live practice instills a confidence I didn't believe I would find. Manoj's laidback, relaxed way of teaching is excellent. You are made to feel welcome from the moment you arrive. I just cannot praise the staff and the course here enough. If you are looking for a change if career then this is definitely worth a look. You will not be disappointed.
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The training day was really good the experience of training offered was not only visual but practical on live patients The organisers and the trainers We’re very experienced in the field and their knowledge on the subject was excellent Would recommend the training with these guys it’s a really awesome experience and also fun
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A very good study day with lots of Q and A time plus good practical experience, our tutor was clear and had lots of experience in this field which was reassuring and gave you confidence
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Anna Bean
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Attended the microsuction and irrigation ear wax removal training course. It was a great day, very informative and lots of hands on experience!
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Lyn Gregory
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Very thorough professional course at this ear clinic. We practiced on real patients with different varying degrees of wax build up, with microsuction and Irrigation. Highly recommend this course. Thank you so much really enjoyed it, and looking forward to my new venture in ear wax removal. Lyn
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Maria Anderson
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What a wonderful day's training, Mr Chem was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything really clearly. Plenty of clients to train on. The company was very professional and welcoming from the second I stepped into the clinic. I would highly recommend this company for training.
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Mr Chem my trainer made to feel at ease and was easy to talk to. Was extremely knowledgeable and was able to provide me with very practical techniques from practicing in the morning to real patients in the afternoon. I would highly recommend, thank you for a great course.

MICROSUCTION TRAINING · CPD CERTIFIED

Why healthcare professionals
choose our microsuction course

Structured one-day course

We provide 8 hours of CPD online learning before your practical day. Then the focused one-day format adds essential supervised practice, so you learn to perform microsuction and irrigation safely and with confidence at our bespoke hearing centres.

8 hrs online

1 practical day

Small groups

Supervised real-patient practice

You practise in clinical settings on real patients, so you see ear canals of different shapes and sizes.

Experienced HCPC-registered trainers

Our trainers have substantial NHS audiology backgrounds, as well as a minimum of 10 years’ microsuction experience each.

Safety & red-flag awareness

Safe technique, identifying red flags, and knowing when referral is necessary.

Clinic setup & governance support

We also advise on organising and managing your clinic, as well as referring correctly to meet UK healthcare standards.

Certification, CPD & governance

The course complies with CPD guidelines, and it also comes with a Certificate of Training showing clear accreditation details.

Marketing
expertise

You also get a business-in-a-box, including a website build, PPC, 15 years of digital experience and a post-course strategy call.

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AT A GLANCE

Microsuction training course

DURATION1 day, with 8 hours of blended pre-course online learning plus in-person practical teaching.
FORMATE-learning modules, then clinical training on simulation heads and real patients.
LOCATIONUK training centres in Birmingham.
GROUP SIZESmall groups — three to four learners per trainer for close supervision.
ASSESSMENTCompetence sign-off by observation and practical application — you demonstrate all safety protocols for both microsuction and irrigation.

WHAT YOU’LL USE

Microsuction equipment & tools covered

Clinical microsuction units & controls

We use standard clinical machines for ear care, with adjustable suction levels and in-line filtration for safe wax removal. Trainers also cover noise emissions, portability and single-use canisters.

Visualisation systems

Training focuses on head loupes, because they are the most suitable method for a beginner starting out in ear wax removal.

Otoscopy & documentation

You use standard otoscopes and video devices to examine the canal and drum. You also record case histories in line with NICE/BSA guidelines.

Essential single-use consumables

We cover disposable specula, fine suction tubes and Zoellner suction pens, especially infection control, correct sizing and safe handling.

Equipment standards & vendor considerations

The course reviews core UK expectations for safety, quality assurance and maintenance. It also gives guidance on choosing equipment and consumables. In addition, full equipment packages are available to buy from us.

Hands-On Practical Microsuction Training

During the practical day, you start with otoscopy and safe handling of microsuction equipment on training heads.

You then progress to supervised practice with real patients whom we have selected and who have given consent. As a result, you see different wax textures and ear canal anatomy within a controlled learning environment.

First, the trainer demonstrates positioning, depth awareness and controlled movement. You also learn how to stop immediately if discomfort increases or your view inside the ear canal becomes unclear. Finally, you practise on several supervised cases and receive feedback before sign-off.

Hands-On Practical Microsuction Training

What the Microsuction Course Covers

  1. Ear anatomy and physiology
  2. Types of wax, causes of blockages, and when microsuction is suitable or unsuitable.
  3. History taking, consent, record keeping and medico legal duty in ear care clinics.
  4. Red flags and contraindications with guidance on when to stop and refer to ENT or urgent support.
  5. Prevention of infection, personal protective equipment, decontamination, room preparation for routine microsuction clinics.
  6. Risk management, including potential microsuction complications, early recognition of adverse signs, and appropriate steps to stop procedures and escalate care or refer where required.
  7. Clinical governance, integration into existing services and handling referrals or follow up plans.
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Our training course is CPD accredited, so successful learners receive a Certificate of Training in Microsuction Ear Wax Removal confirming completion of supervised training. You can also log the combined e-learning and supervised clinical hours for CPD. We assess competence through observed procedures and theory application.

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What our customers say

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Microsuction course — frequently asked questions

The microsuction course costs £549. This price covers the pre-course e-learning and the practical day, as well as supervised practice on real patients and your CPD-certified certificate. In addition, a 3-month interest-free instalment plan is available for all course and equipment packages.

The course is for UK-registered clinicians, including nurses, advanced nurse practitioners, hearing care assistants, pharmacists, doctors and audiologists. However, you must work within your own professional scope, governance and indemnity.

We provide eight hours of CPD online learning before you attend, followed by one practical day. During the practical day, you start on training heads and then progress to supervised practice on real patients.

Yes — a 3-month interest-free instalment plan is available on all courses and equipment packages, so you can spread the cost as you set up your service. Select the instalment option when booking or call 0121 369 0780.
Three to four learners per trainer, so you get close supervision and enough hands-on cases to be signed off with confidence.

HCPC-registered audiologists teach the course. They have substantial NHS backgrounds, as well as a minimum of ten years of microsuction experience each.

We sign off competence through observation and practical application. Before completion, you also demonstrate all safety protocols for both microsuction and irrigation.

That depends on your professional registration, as well as your employer’s governance arrangements and your indemnity insurance. So please confirm cover with your insurer before you begin practising. We also provide your certificate and syllabus to support that conversation.

Full equipment packages are available to buy from us, and the course covers UK expectations for safety, quality assurance and maintenance when choosing equipment and consumables.
Our Clinic Locations

Earwax Removal Clinics Across
Birmingham And The West Midlands

If you would like to book a course at one of our dedicated ear wax specialist training centres, please complete the form above. Then one of our friendly team members will be in touch.

Birmingham Hearing Care

Sutton Hearing Care

After The Course You Will Be Able To​

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  • Assess the ear and decide if microsuction is suitable or unsafe.
  • Perform microsuction using a stepwise, safety-focused technique with appropriate infection control in place.
  • Recognise and manage complications, and know when to stop and refer.
  • Document procedures and results that meet UK clinical expectations.
  • Explain microsuction benefits and limitations to patients.
  • Support or help set up safe microsuction services where your role and governance allow.

Turning Microsuction Skills Into A New Career

In the UK, the demand for ear microsuction services has been steadily increasing, especially after its removal from the NHS framework in 2018. As a result, more patients are now seeking support from private clinicians, community practitioners, and pharmacies, which have expanded their services to meet this need.

We design this course to assist delegates in confidently setting up and delivering microsuction services within their existing practice. It also includes operational aspects, such as appointment scheduling, templates for clinical records, documentation needs, and how the service can be incorporated into the hearing care or private clinic environment.

We also offer support after the course has been completed through our clinician WhatsApp group, which provides mentorship support as delegates start delivering the service.

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