Ruth Ruttan & Assoc.

Course Calendar

Each program we offer can be customized to the needs of your organization. Please contact us for details.

Programs listed below are held in Sharon, ON, Canada see map. All prices are in Canadian dollars.


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Course List

Courses listed are in chronological order

Principles and Application of Padding and Strapping
Outline:Back by popular demand! Graham Curryer, BSc (Hons) Pod Med, DPodM of Curryer Foot Specialists brings this program to you again! It includes principles of tissue stress, associated foot lesions and pathologies, an introduction to various clinical padding materials to alleviate tissue stress on identified foot lesions and contraindications. A practical demonstration of easy, safe and effective clinical padding will be given. Then your turn to practice! Note: Sufficient enrolment required to run this program.
Date:May 28, 2010
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$250.00 (CAD)
Advanced Nursing Footcare
COURSE FULL
Outline:Designed for RN's and RPN's, this 5 day program provides basic through to advanced theoretical and practical instruction in non-invasive footcare. A holistic approach is taken in assessing the client and relating their general health to that of their feet. Students will practice on each other, so please DON'T CUT your toenails for one month prior to start of course! Note: This is an intense program requiring successful completion of a theoretical and practical examination for certification. Full attendance is mandatory. Course fee includes course manual, instruments, lab costs.
Date:September 13, 2010 - September 17, 2010
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$800.00 (CAD)
14th Annual Footcare Conference
Outline:This Conference offers the opportunity for Footcare nurses to participate in interactive learning from experts in a variety of topics related to Footcare. Topics are also selected in support of nursing professionalism. Exhibitors enhance the learning experience through awareness and sale of their products to improve the service offered to clients. The venue is carefully chosen and every effort is made to create an environment conducive to relationship building through sharing professional experiences. An event not to be missed! Additional information will be posted on our conference page as it becomes available.
Date:September 24, 2010
Time:07:30 to 17:00 hrs
Cost:$175.00 (CAD)
Advanced Footcare Refresher
Outline:This program has been extended to provide an offsite clinical component. It is designed for those who have taken Advanced Footcare training but need a review of theory and practical skills. Please save your toenails, callouses etc. Prerequisite - Previous Footcare Training
Date:November 03, 2010 - November 05, 2010
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$350.00 (CAD)
Advanced Nursing Footcare
COURSE FULL
Outline:Designed for RN's and RPN's, this 5 day program provides basic through to advanced theoretical and practical instruction in non-invasive footcare. A holistic approach is taken in assessing the client and relating their general health to that of their feet. Students will practice on each other, so please DON'T CUT your toenails for one month prior to start of course! Note: This is an intense program requiring successful completion of a theoretical and practical examination for certification. Full attendance is mandatory. Course fee includes course manual, instruments, lab costs.
Date:November 08, 2010 - November 12, 2010
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$800.00 (CAD)
Diabetes Footcare
Outline:A brief review of some general updates of diabetes and the impact of the disease on the feet will be covered. Ulcer prevention is emphasized in assessment and footcare management. Prerequisite - Advanced Footcare
Date:November 22, 2010
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$100.00 (CAD)
Entrepreneurship for Footcare Nurses
Outline:This seminar is designed for nurses who are interested in setting up a private practice in footcare. Money saving tips. An interactive and fun session!
Date:November 23, 2010
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$100.00 (CAD)
Corns, Callouses and Warts
Outline:A review of the etiology of each will be discussed. Nursing interventions and client education will be emphasized. There will be a hands-on opportunity to review the use of the credo and scalpel so please save those corns and callouses!
Date:December 09, 2010
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$100.00 (CAD)
Clinical Biomechanics and In Office Orthotic Construction
Outline:Graham Curryer, BSc (Hons) Pod Med, DPodM of Curryer Foot Specialists offers this exciting opportunity to learn the biomechanics of the foot and leg through individual biomechanical assessments of each participant. Participants will learn to identify biomechanical reasons for lesion formation, especially diabetic foot ulcers, which will enhance their first line treatments and how to make informed referrals. Participants will assess and construct their own OTC orthoses under Graham's direction. Note: Sufficient enrolment required to run this program.
Date:December 10, 2010
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$250.00 (CAD)
Advanced Nursing Footcare
Outline:Designed for RN's and RPN's, this 5 day program provides basic through to advanced theoretical and practical instruction in non-invasive footcare. A holistic approach is taken in assessing the client and relating their general health to that of their feet. Students will practice on each other, so please DON'T CUT your toenails for one month prior to start of course! Note: This is an intense program requiring successful completion of a theoretical and practical examination for certification. Full attendance is mandatory. Course fee includes course manual, instruments, lab costs.
Date:January 24, 2011 - January 28, 2011
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$900.00 (CAD)
Footcare Support Workshop
Outline:This program is designed to meet the needs of the relatively new footcare nurse who could benefit from networking, brainstorming and problem solving. Submit your topics for discussion with your registration. An offsite clinical component on Day 2 will reinforce clinical skills. Prerequisite - Advanced Footcare Certificate
Date:March 07, 2011 - March 08, 2011
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$250.00 (CAD)
Advanced Nursing Footcare
Outline:Designed for RN's and RPN's, this 5 day program provides basic through to advanced theoretical and practical instruction in non-invasive footcare. A holistic approach is taken in assessing the client and relating their general health to that of their feet. Students will practice on each other, so please DON'T CUT your toenails for one month prior to start of course! Note: This is an intense program requiring successful completion of theoretical and practical examination for certification. Full attendance is mandatory. Course fee includes course manual, instruments, lab costs.
Date:March 21, 2011 - March 25, 2011
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$900.00 (CAD)
Diabetes Footcare
Outline:A brief review of some general updates of diabetes and the impact of the disease on the feet will be covered. Ulcer prevention is emphasized in assessment and footcare management. Prerequisite - Advanced Footcare
Date:April 19, 2011
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$100.00 (CAD)
Entrepreneurship for Footcare Nurses
Outline:This seminar is designed for nurses who are interested in setting up a private practice in footcare. Money saving tips. An interactive and fun session!
Date:April 20, 2011
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$100.00 (CAD)
Advanced Nursing Footcare
Outline:Designed for RN's and RPN's, this 5 day program provides basic through to advanced theoretical and practical instruction in non-invasive footcare. A holistic approach is taken in assessing the client and relating their general health to that of their feet. Students will practice on each other, so please DON'T CUT your toenails for one month prior to start of course! Note: This is an intense program requiring successful completion of a theoretical and practical examination for cetification. Full attendance is mandatory. Course fee includes course manual, instruments, lab costs.
Date:May 02, 2011 - May 06, 2011
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$900.00 (CAD)
Corns, Callouses and Warts
Outline:A review of the etiology of each will be discussed. Nursing interventions and client education will be emphasized. There will be a hands-on opportunity to review the use of the credo and scalpel so please save those corns and callouses!
Date:May 25, 2011
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$100.00 (CAD)
Nail Pathologies
Outline:A review of various nail pathologies with an emphasis on the ingrown nail will be discussed. We will complete the day with a clinical component and review of various nippers, scissors and the dremel. Please grow your toenails for this class! Prerequisite - Footcare Certificate
Date:May 26, 2011
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$100.00 (CAD)
Advanced Nursing Footcare
Outline:Designed for RN's and RPN's, this 5 day program provides basic through to advanced theoretical and practical instruction in non-invasive footcare. A holistic approach is taken in assessing the client and relating their general health to that of their feet. Students will practice on each other, so please don't cut your toenails for one month prior to start of course! Note: This is an intense program requiring successful completion of a theoretical and practical examination for certification. Full attendance is mandatory. Course fee includes course manual, instruments, lab costs.
Date:June 13, 2011 - June 17, 2011
Time:08:30 to 16:30 hrs
Cost:$900.00 (CAD)