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Microsuction Earwax Removal Training Course In UK

This hands on microsuction procedure allows our delegates to develop the skills required to learn the microsuction and irrigation procedure through closely supervised practice Training on real patients is carried out under direct supervision by HCPC-registered tutors and, all appropriate volunteers consent and are carefully case-selected to support safe learning.

WHY TRAIN WITH US

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MICROSUCTION TRAINING · CPD CERTIFIED

Why healthcare professionals
choose our microsuction course

Structured one-day course

8 hours of CPD online learning is provided before your practical day. The focused one-day format combines essential supervised practice, so you learn and 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

Practise in clinical settings on real patients, seeing ear canals of different shapes and sizes.

Experienced HCPC-registered trainers

NHS-connected audiologists, each with a minimum of 10 years’ microsuction experience.

Safety & red-flag awareness

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

Clinic setup & governance support

Advice on organising and managing your clinic, and referring correctly to meet UK healthcare standards.

Certification, CPD & governance

Complies with CPD guidelines and comes with a Certificate of Training showing clear accreditation details.

Marketing
expertise

A business-in-a-box: website build, PPC, 15 years of digital experience and a post-course strategy call.

Who should attend this microsuction course

The microsuction ear wax removal training is designed 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.

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

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

Visualisation systems

Training focuses on head loupes — the most suitable method for a beginner starting out in ear wax removal.

Otoscopy & documentation

Standard otoscopes and video devices for examining the canal and drum, plus case histories recorded in line with NICE/BSA guidelines.

Essential single-use consumables

Disposable specula, fine suction tubes and Zoellner suction pens, with emphasis on infection control, correct sizing and safe handling.

Equipment standards & vendor considerations

The course reviews core UK expectations for safety, quality assurance and maintenance, with guidance on choosing equipment and consumables. 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 who have been appropriately selected and consented, allowing exposure to different wax textures and ear canal anatomy within a controlled learning environment.

The trainer will demonstrate positioning, depth awareness, and controlled movement. You will learn how to stop immediately if discomfort increases or the view inside the ear canal is compromised. You will practise on several supervised cases and receive feedback before sign off.

  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 micro suction 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.
Our training course is CPD accredited. Successful learners receive a Certificate of Training in Microsuction Ear Wax Removal confirming completion of supervised training.The combined e-learning and supervised clinical hours can be logged for CPD. Competence is assessed through observed procedures and theory application.

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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 centers, please complete the form above and one of our friendly team members will be in touch.

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After The Course You Will Be Able To​

  • 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 includes operational aspects, like 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.

7 Reasons To Choose Ear Wax Specialist
As Your Training Provider?

01

We provide training on microsuction ear wax removal and water irrigation, equipping you with the two core methods in successful ear wax removal.

02

The microsuction course is supported by bespoke online presentations, given to delegates on the day of their training.

03

We can travel to you. If you're unable to reach one of our dedicated training centres, we'll send a regional trainer to your clinic and train the whole team.

04

Multiple training locations and flexible dates to suit you.

05

The course is delivered by experienced microsuction audiologists who see 20,000 ears a year. You can be confident you have the best trainers teaching you.

06

Bespoke one-to-one training. We don't train large groups, because that doesn't give each delegate the time and attention they deserve.

07

Unlike most other providers, you don't just practise on simulation heads with synthetic wax — you also practise on real patients. Every ear canal varies with the case in front of you, so you may perform irrigation, microsuction, or both combined.

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