An Introduction to Basic Haematology and Biochemistry Investigations: CPD SO Accredited Course
Course code: A67
Course summary
This study day provides a firm foundation for understanding essential blood results. An ideal first course for clinicians who are new to blood results interpretation, have an interest or want a basic review.
Who should attend?
Nurses
Allied Health Professionals
Important notes
All course material, evaluations and certificate of attendance included.
The course runs from 09:00am- 3:30pm and is delivered in Real Time on Zoom.
Completion of this course is not a guarantee of competency. Support and practice in the workplace with an experienced facilitator is required to attain competence level.
Cost
| Course duration | Course CPD | Full price (incl VAT) per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day(s) | 8 hour(s) | £199 |
Discounts
| Dates | Block size | Block discount |
|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2026 | 4 | 10% |
| 01/10/2026 | 4 | 10% |
| 06/01/2027 | 4 | 10% |
Dates / venues
| Location - venue | Dates | No. of people |
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Aims / objectives
- Understand the basic principles of haematology, coagulation and clinical biochemistry tests
- Be familiar with appropriate client care relevant to the tests
- Be aware of what factors can interfere with test results.
- Interpret test results, understanding possible pathological implications of abnormal findings.
- Explore the impact of lifestyle factors such as nutrition and drugs on haematology, biochemistry and metabolic investigations
- Apply theory to practice through case study application.
Course programme
- Haematology
- The full blood count- an overview
- -Red blood cell count/ haemoglobin & anaemia/haematocrit/ platelets/ red cell indices/ESR/
- -White cell count/differential
- -Coagulation tests including prothrombin time, INR and d-dimers
- -Case studies: interpreting the impact of lifestyle factors such as nutrition and drugs on the client's haematology profile.
- Biochemistry
- -U &E's / eGFR
- -Glucose and HbA1c
- -Cardiac enzymes/lipids
- -Liver function tests
- -Case studies: interpreting the impact of lifestyle factors such as nutrition and drugs on the client's biochemical and metabolic profiles.
- Summary and overview of reading resources and study guide
- Evaluation
Led by
TBA
Participant Voices!
NH- "The course was delivered at the most appropriate level and absolutely met my learning needs."
JB- "The course was really informative and pitched at a great level. The tutor has a fantastic clinical knowledge. Thank-you for one of the best courses I have ever been on."
MT- "I found everything helpful and relevant. Excellent day, fantastic tutor and nice group."
EL- "The tutor’s pace was good, with time after each session to reflect and catch up on notes. He explained and demystified blood results, breaking them down in a way that helped me understand and finally grasp biochemistry."
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I be able to do after completing this course?
You’ll be able to confidently understand and interpret common haematology and biochemistry results used in everyday clinical practice.
Does the course explain how different blood tests relate to each other?
Yes. It helps you link investigations such as FBC, U&Es, liver function and glucose to build a clearer clinical picture.
How practical is the learning?
Very practical. The course uses real-world case examples to show how blood results are influenced by lifestyle, diet, and medication.
Will this course help me understand why blood tests are requested?
Yes. It explains the clinical purpose behind common investigations so you can better understand what clinicians are looking for and why.