Thank you and Good for you for taking the first step. Not too clued up with BSY. Although I do know that the foot health courses are not accredited, so as long as you're happy with that x x
An honest and fair assessment of Next Generation Foot Health Training. Some of the benefits are that classes are small (4 students per practical course), great reviews from past students, practical training is very hands on and we care about what is delivered and up date the course where required for the better. We also have an amazing and modern training environment.
As a Podiatry Assistant in the NHS, I did all my training in-house in partnership with the Podiatry Association. I was doing about 3 days in clinic / home visits & the other 2 training / studing. It took a year to qualify, with a completed evidence portfolio, practical exam & one to one verbal questioning with the Podiatry Association. After 2 years in my job, I am still learning new things all a time.
I did start with SMAE but found the essays too difficult and I wasn't learning anything. I did my training with BSY which was a good theory course but did feel the practical could have been better. Thankfully I'm interested in CPD so I'll improve my knowledge myself.
Hi Rebecca, that's interesting, just shows one course/training doesn't suit everybody and that it's good to have options. How far did you go with SMAE and the essays? Also never heard of BSY, I'll have to look them up. I'd like to do a video on CPD courses and different places that do it x x
Thanks for this video, very helpful :) a little worried about the essays as I’m looking to train with SMAE but will hopefully be ok. The last comment saying “SMAE are crap” is interesting… some context would be good! 😆
Thanks so much for your response. Must admit after browsing all the schools you mentioned including BSY + mixed reviews am still drawn to SMAE . Unfortunately I live in Manchester can't attend an open day. Want to study podiatry that's the reason I want to do this course.Thanks Jess
I'm doing my course with BSY with the practical training afterwards.this is ideal for me due to personal reasons. I've done courses with them that I found I can do at my own time
Hi my daughter qualified with BSY as a foot care specialist and works with me in my podiatry practice .I felt the practical aspect was not comprehensive enough but she’s been at my side watching me since she was a child so no problem really .
@janetnute1590 thank you for this. I have since passed my theory but unable to so their practical as it used to be local to me but not anymore. Their response when I asked what I can do, they said to come over to Barnstaple like everyone else. Their customer service is not good. So now I'm looking at someplace local to me even if it means redoing the course again. I can't stay overnight anywhere as I look after my grandson a few days a week. I'm looking for a 9-5 training if possible now.
Who did you train with? I was wondering if there was a short course to do first somewhere to see if I want to go further and learn more? It s a big commitment when it might not be for me. Thanks for the video. 😊
I trained with SMAE. I think college of foot health practitioners and smae do a kind of observation sessions where you shadow etc. Worth asking them or looking o their website x x
At first I found it tough, not gonna lie. But after the 1st essay I was fine. Personally I'm very happy and glad I trained with smae. You could always go to an open day (virtual or in-house) if you're unsure. Hope this helps x x
@Jackie Hi Jackie, there should be tutors chat on the website, don't feel embarrassed to ask them for clarity or whatever it is you may be struggling with. The feedback after an essay submission is always helpful too x x
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Hi Chineze Madu, I have no idea when it comes to Canada, have you searched online. From searching there are Foot care Nurse courses in Canada eg. foot Canada Training x x
Hi Marcelle! thanks for reaching out. You being in the Caribbean, i'm unsure to be honest. Hopefully someone in the comments has been in the same situation as you and can help? best of luck xx
It's what I did and I felt ok, although I'm aware10 days is not enough time for some. I believe some establishments offer additional days to continue practicing if confidence is an issue x x
Is it that the uk alone is doing this. I have looked up Canada and you have to become a nurse first and it take years . I did mine in caribbean but i believe uk is fully more information
Different countries do things differently. In some countries there is no such thing as foot health practitioners or foot care nurses, just Podiatrists, so depends. In the UK this is how we do it, there are Podiatry Assistant too which I think is 2 years of study. Then obviously the Podiatry degree which is 3 or 4 years x x
I think it's best you do what I did, search Google see what's out there and what suits you and your vision/goal. Distance doesn't usually matter, as most if not all of the FHP courses are distance learning, you'll only need to attend the 1 or 2 week practical training where you can stay over somewhere local x
Hey! I'm currently training with SMAE and I just really want to know if the essays are marked really hard? I do extremely well on assessments but I worry about my essays. Any advice?
I'm confused. Online you can find a course from 100£ to become a fhp and some are over 1000£ and on this cheap ones are that you can start work as fhp and buy insurance. Is it that the cheap one are only for the certificate and expensive for actual knowledge? 🤔
personally I wouldnt go for the cheap ones. Sought out reputable courses and those who preferably have membership and insurance together. I know some of the cheaper ones only do the theory part, then you have to find somewhere to do a 2 week training, which can prove very difficult x
@Not A Pod being honest... I did my practical and theory courses in Poland (I'm from Poland so I understood everything) and took courses in UK only for the insurance... it a BIG gap between them. I feel like I'm ready after my Polish one but in UK was like a joke 😔😔😔
@pamelangomakambu1752 I don't recommend an online courses. You need a practice first, ask questions etc. We are working with sharp tools so you need to be sure your skills. And there's a lot problems looking similar but actually they are completely different. You need to be able to recognise what problem your client have. It's not easy and cheap online courses will not teach you that.
Brilliant video. I’ve just signed up to study Non Surgical Podiatry with BSY.
Can’t wait to get started.
Thank you 🙏
Thank you and Good for you for taking the first step. Not too clued up with BSY. Although I do know that the foot health courses are not accredited, so as long as you're happy with that x x
An honest and fair assessment of Next Generation Foot Health Training. Some of the benefits are that classes are small (4 students per practical course), great reviews from past students, practical training is very hands on and we care about what is delivered and up date the course where required for the better. We also have an amazing and modern training environment.
Thanks for adding this Chris. 🙂
@@notapod1 Keep up the great work 👍
As a Podiatry Assistant in the NHS, I did all my training in-house in partnership with the Podiatry Association. I was doing about 3 days in clinic / home visits & the other 2 training / studing. It took a year to qualify, with a completed evidence portfolio, practical exam & one to one verbal questioning with the Podiatry Association. After 2 years in my job, I am still learning new things all a time.
That's great, thank you for sharing x x ❤️
I did start with SMAE but found the essays too difficult and I wasn't learning anything. I did my training with BSY which was a good theory course but did feel the practical could have been better. Thankfully I'm interested in CPD so I'll improve my knowledge myself.
Hi Rebecca, that's interesting, just shows one course/training doesn't suit everybody and that it's good to have options. How far did you go with SMAE and the essays? Also never heard of BSY, I'll have to look them up. I'd like to do a video on CPD courses and different places that do it x x
@@notapod1 I got to unit 6, passed all the online assessments no problem but the essays stopped me.
A CPD video would be really helpful 👍
@@rebeccagiles9994 hope this helps but you could get yourself a study partner. I am looking at starting with the same myself.
Thanks for this video, very helpful :) a little worried about the essays as I’m looking to train with SMAE but will hopefully be ok. The last comment saying “SMAE are crap” is interesting… some context would be good! 😆
Don't be worried, they are always there to help. Yes, I don't understand why people would think SMAE is crap, its one of the best places to study x x
Thanks so much for your response. Must admit after browsing all the schools you mentioned including BSY + mixed reviews am still drawn to SMAE . Unfortunately I live in Manchester can't attend an open day. Want to study podiatry that's the reason I want to do this course.Thanks Jess
You're welcome x x
I'm doing my course with BSY with the practical training afterwards.this is ideal for me due to personal reasons. I've done courses with them that I found I can do at my own time
I'll have to check out BSY 😍 I've not heard of them so always nice to know of different providers x x
Hi my daughter qualified with BSY as a foot care specialist and works with me in my podiatry practice .I felt the practical aspect was not comprehensive enough but she’s been at my side watching me since she was a child so no problem really .
@janetnute1590 thank you for this. I have since passed my theory but unable to so their practical as it used to be local to me but not anymore. Their response when I asked what I can do, they said to come over to Barnstaple like everyone else. Their customer service is not good. So now I'm looking at someplace local to me even if it means redoing the course again. I can't stay overnight anywhere as I look after my grandson a few days a week. I'm looking for a 9-5 training if possible now.
Brilliant thank you
You're very welcome x
No mention of the College of Foot Health in South Port? They are accredited to The institute of Chiropodists and Podiatrists.
Great, fab 👌 for letting us know x
I had to pay separately for my kit for Smae! 🤔 Maybe its changed since you qualified. X
Interesting, I never knew that. Yes, must have changed x
Me too
Me too.
@@merim9258 I think I must have got it wrong lol. It was a while ago so I'll double check if I paid separately, maybe i still have baby brain lol x
@@notapod1 😂
Who did you train with?
I was wondering if there was a short course to do first somewhere to see if I want to go further and learn more? It s a big commitment when it might not be for me. Thanks for the video. 😊
I trained with SMAE. I think college of foot health practitioners and smae do a kind of observation sessions where you shadow etc. Worth asking them or looking o their website x x
Hi Jess, how did you find the essays? About to start with SMAE but now afraid 😟 after reading all these comments.
At first I found it tough, not gonna lie. But after the 1st essay I was fine. Personally I'm very happy and glad I trained with smae. You could always go to an open day (virtual or in-house) if you're unsure. Hope this helps x x
@Jackie Hi Jackie, there should be tutors chat on the website, don't feel embarrassed to ask them for clarity or whatever it is you may be struggling with. The feedback after an essay submission is always helpful too x x
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I wonder how one goes about training to start a Foot care business in Canada? Thanks
Hi Chineze Madu, I have no idea when it comes to Canada, have you searched online. From searching there are Foot care Nurse courses in Canada eg. foot Canada Training x x
I am living in the Caribbean
Am RN
Interested in foot care
But wondering where to start
And which training would be best for me
Thanks for the info
Hi Marcelle! thanks for reaching out. You being in the Caribbean, i'm unsure to be honest. Hopefully someone in the comments has been in the same situation as you and can help? best of luck xx
Do you think that 10 days is enough hands on training if your going out on your own once qualified?
It's what I did and I felt ok, although I'm aware10 days is not enough time for some. I believe some establishments offer additional days to continue practicing if confidence is an issue x x
Is it that the uk alone is doing this. I have looked up Canada and you have to become a nurse first and it take years . I did mine in caribbean but i believe uk is fully more information
Different countries do things differently. In some countries there is no such thing as foot health practitioners or foot care nurses, just Podiatrists, so depends. In the UK this is how we do it, there are Podiatry Assistant too which I think is 2 years of study. Then obviously the Podiatry degree which is 3 or 4 years x x
I live in Liverpool could you recommend any place for me please
I think it's best you do what I did, search Google see what's out there and what suits you and your vision/goal. Distance doesn't usually matter, as most if not all of the FHP courses are distance learning, you'll only need to attend the 1 or 2 week practical training where you can stay over somewhere local x
Ok I will do that thank you
Is SMAE's courses online? (Not the practical i know that's in person)
Hey! I'm currently training with SMAE and I just really want to know if the essays are marked really hard? I do extremely well on assessments but I worry about my essays. Any advice?
My advice would be always speak to the tutors, they are there to help you and are supportive x x
I'm confused. Online you can find a course from 100£ to become a fhp and some are over 1000£ and on this cheap ones are that you can start work as fhp and buy insurance. Is it that the cheap one are only for the certificate and expensive for actual knowledge? 🤔
personally I wouldnt go for the cheap ones. Sought out reputable courses and those who preferably have membership and insurance together. I know some of the cheaper ones only do the theory part, then you have to find somewhere to do a 2 week training, which can prove very difficult x
@Not A Pod being honest... I did my practical and theory courses in Poland (I'm from Poland so I understood everything) and took courses in UK only for the insurance... it a BIG gap between them. I feel like I'm ready after my Polish one but in UK was like a joke 😔😔😔
Yes, some are a joke, I have to agree!! But not all. X x
@@sylwiaaa1986which one do you not recommend please if you say it's like a joke?
@pamelangomakambu1752 I don't recommend an online courses. You need a practice first, ask questions etc. We are working with sharp tools so you need to be sure your skills. And there's a lot problems looking similar but actually they are completely different. You need to be able to recognise what problem your client have. It's not easy and cheap online courses will not teach you that.