Assist with basic foot hygiene

Close-up of a woman applying first aid spray to an injured foot indoors.

Welcome to the workshop – Assist with basic foot hygiene.

This workshop describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with basic foot hygiene under the direction of a podiatrist, including skin and nail care and applying dressings, padding and cushioning.

This workshop applies to allied health assistants and should be performed under the direction and supervision (direct, indirect or remote) of an allied health professional.

Workshop outcomes:

  • Prepare for basic foot hygiene
  • Perform basic foot hygiene
  • Apply padding and cushioning as prescribed by the supervising podiatrist
  • Comply with supervisory requirements
  • Clean and store equipment
  • Document client information

Course Content

Assist with basic foot hygiene
1 Workshop Quiz
Assist with basic foot hygiene – Final Quiz
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