Frequently Asked Questions
To start, you must have your CNO license and liability insurance ready. Then, reach out to us for more details!
Absolutely. Registering for both Theory and Clinical with us will result in faster clinical bookings and a discount.
Students can request a payment plan to meet their needs. WeRPN and RPNAO offer nurse education initiatives and you can be eligible to receive up to $1500 back! You will need to complete the program and submit your receipt as well as your certificate of completion to apply.
We have experienced mentors in Brantford, Barrie, Marmora, Port Hope, Stirling, Kingston, Napanee, Iroquois Falls, Sault St. Marie and Howick.
Registration is ongoing and dependent on location. For Ottawa, we have set dates that you can inquire about. For outside of Ottawa, the student plans dates with their mentor.
Currently there is no certification process for nursing foot care in Canada. However, developing the certification process for Canadian foot care nurses is a goal for Soft Soles and Foot Canada Training.

Explore What You’ll Learn Online

Introduction to Nursing Foot Care

This module builds the foundation for your in-person clinical training. Students are introduced to common foot care conditions and learn how to recognize, describe, and discuss relevant anatomy, pathology, and causes using appropriate foot care terminology.

You’ll also develop clear, professional written and verbal communication skills to support confident, informed patient care.

Policies and Procedures

This module includes four online sections that guide you through the key components of a policy and procedure manual, including how to review and update it over time.

You’ll explore the resources needed to develop your manual, along with the checklists, directives, and best-practice guidelines that support safe, consistent care. The module also includes Medical Device Reprocessing in the Community Health Care Setting.

Podiatry Drills - Advanced Skills

This online training program meets the basic educational needs of the nurses and other medical professionals working in different clinical settings. This course provides an initial overview about environmental considerations for the use of podiatry drills, their safe and effective use. Discussion on the use and differences in burrs and when and how to apply them. The course develops theoretical skills prior to hands-on experience needed to use podiatry drills professionally.

Compression Therapy - Advanced Skills

This online training program meets the basic educational needs of the nurses and other medical professionals working in different clinical settings. This course provides an initial overview about considerations for the use of compression therapy and therapeutic goals. Discussion on the use and differences in compression and The theoretical understanding prior to hands-on experience needed to use compression therapy professionally. Course participation will increase the knowledge, skills, ability and confidence of the attendees leading to improved patient outcomes.

Nail Bracing and Packing

Having a good understanding of the etiology and pathologies of the nail will be important additional training before taking this course on nail bracing. You can take the Introduction to nursing foot care to review course information.

This self-paced online training course provides theory, principles and practical information about the use of packing and nail bracing in clinical practice.

Study the process for assessment, application, and troubleshooting, We explore different styles and different methods for using nail bracing and nail packing to resolve ingrown nail and and involuted and concerns.

Silicone Moulding

Having a good understanding of the etiology and pathologies of the nail will be important additional training before taking this course on Silicone Moulding. You can take the Introduction to nursing foot care for additional training.

This self-paced online training course provides theory, principles and practical information about the use of offloading using silicone mould in clinical practice.

The course reviews the process for assessment, application , and troubleshooting, We explore different styles and different methods for using silicone moulds to resolve pressure and friction.