Syringe Driver Training

Course Overview

This practical course introduces the principles of syringe driver use and develops the knowledge, confidence and practical skills required to safely manage subcutaneous continuous infusions (CSCIs).

This Course is For

Health professionals, Nursing Associates and care home staff wishing to develop or refresh their syringe driver knowledge and skills.

Course Capacity & Cost

• 12 places
• Organisational booking: £500
• Individual booking: £50 per person

Indicative Content

• When to commence a Continuous Subcutaneous Infusion (CSCI).
• Reflection on previous clinical experience.
• Policies and guidelines.
• Common first- and second-line CSCI medications.
• Opioid conversion calculations.
• Equipment required.
• Documentation and record keeping.
• Subcutaneous cannulation.
• Setting up a syringe driver.
• Safety checks and monitoring.
• Managing site reactions.
• Recognising common faults and alarms.