Course Outline​

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This one day on-line course will provide introductory training in Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallow (FEES) and its role as part of comprehensive dysphagia assessment. We start with the historical perspective; introduce the Langmore FEES protocol then bring you up to date with the evidence base and recent developments. We share FEES images to refresh your anatomy skills, familiarise you with the endoscopic view of normal and abnormal swallow function and illustrate the components of the assessment. We will discuss practical issues; how to carry out FEES safely, manage risk and deal with incidental findings. We will review the role of endoscopic assessment in secretion and airway management.

Our training is aligned with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) FEES competency requirements. In addition, our SVS learning and assessment framework will help you to identify your personal training requirements and document your competency development.​

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Course Outcomes

 

By the end of the course delegates will:

 

• Meet FEES referrer competency requirements as set out by RCSLT

• Be familiar with digital imaging systems required to carry out FEES

• Recognise landmarks as viewed endoscopically

• Have a basic skill in FEES interpretation and be able to identify anatomical abnormalities

• Understand need for compliance with local and national policies and procedures necessary for setting up a safe FEES service

• Have an outline plan in place to progress their competencies in FEES in accordance with the RCSLT Competency Framework