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Hands‑On Certification

IV Therapy Certification

Master safe initiation, maintenance, and discontinuation of IV therapy with evidence‑based practice and supervised skills lab.
Duration
1 Day (8 Hours)
Format
In‑Person + Skills Lab
Audience
RNs, RPNs, Nursing Students
Certificate
VICE Certificate of Completion
Tuition
$250 CAD
Location
GTA Campuses
Learning Outcomes
Explain principles of IV therapy & fluid/electrolyte balance
Explain principles of IV therapy & fluid/electrolyte balance
Initiate, maintain, and discontinue peripheral IV lines
Prevent, recognize, and manage complications (infiltration, phlebitis, infection)
Apply aseptic technique & infusion safety standards
Included Hands‑On Skills
Catheter insertion on task trainers
Securing lines & flow regulation
Primary/secondary IV setup & pump basics
Flushing, labelling, and documentation
IV removal & post‑care

Course Syllabus

Scope of practice, consent, documentation, patient identification, medication safety frameworks.
Vascular structures, site selection criteria, vein health, contraindications.
Hand hygiene, PPE, skin prep, line maintenance bundles, sharps safety.
Catheter types/gauges, tubing, add‑ons, isotonic/hypotonic/hypertonic fluids, compatibility.
Insertion steps, securing, assessing patency, troubleshooting, discontinuation protocol.
Infiltration/extravasation, phlebitis, infection, air embolism: recognition & response.
Scenario‑based practice, competency checklists, instructor feedback and remediation.
Prerequisites
Current RN, RPN, or Nursing Student
Basic anatomy & aseptic technique awareness
Basic anatomy & aseptic technique awareness
What’s Included
Instructor‑led theory & skills lab
Practice supplies & task trainers
Competency checklist & feedback
VICE Certificate of Completion

Upcoming Dates — Greater Toronto Area

Date Time Campus Seats
Nov 10 9:00–17:00 Brampton 12 Register
Nov 16 9:00–17:00 Etobicoke 8 Register
Nov 23 9:00–17:00 North York 10 Register
Certification

Upon successful completion, learners receive a Certificate of Completion from VIVI Institute of Clinical Education. Curriculum aligns with CNO expectations and VICE Clinical Competency Standards.

Refund & Cancellation
Changes ≥ 5 days before class: permitted (admin fee may apply)
No refunds within 120 hours of class start
Blended modules: online keys are non‑refundable once issued

FAQs

Yes. Foundational theory is covered before supervised hands‑on practice.
No. Experience helps, but the skills lab is designed for all levels.
Certificates are issued after competency sign‑off, typically same day.

Ready to book your IV Therapy training?

Small groups • Supervised skills lab • VICE Certificate of Completion
Tuition
$250 CAD
Format
In‑Person
Duration
1 Day
Seats
Limited per cohort
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