CPD-Accredited Clinical Training

Earwax Removal Training Course

Become a Certified Ear Care Specialist in 2 Days

Build the clinical confidence and practical competence to assess ears accurately and remove earwax safely using microsuction, water irrigation and manual techniques. One complete course. Real patients. Expert supervision.
CPD-Accredited Real-Patient Earwax Removal Training

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Select your preferred date and equipment package

Course Overview

Safe earwax removal starts with a clear understanding of ear anatomy and competent otoscopic assessment. Without that foundation, clinical risk rises sharply.

This course brings everything together in one complete pathway, delivered over two days. You will learn to examine the ear correctly, identify contraindications, choose the right removal method, and carry out procedures in line with best practice and governance standards.

Day one covers the theory and clinical knowledge. Day two puts it into practice on real patients, under one-to-one supervision in a working hearing centre. By the end, you are certified and ready to introduce earwax removal into your service.

Who Is This Course For

This course is designed for healthcare professionals who wish to expand their clinical scope and offer earwax removal services safely and professionally. Suitable for:

Audiologists

Audiological Scientists

Hearing Aid Dispensers

General Practitioners

Physician Associates

ENT Specialists

Nurses

Allied Healthcare professionals

Pharmacists

Occupational Health Technicians

Hearing Care Assistants

Foot Care Practitioners

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Course Curriculum

What You'll Learn

A complete two-day programme taking you from theory to supervised clinical practice with real patients.
Day 1
Ear Anatomy, Otoscopy & Wax Theory
  • Outer, middle and inner ear anatomy
  • Safe, structured otoscopic examination and instrument bracing
  • Recognising normal and abnormal findings, contraindications and red flags
  • Cerumen physiology, types of earwax and cerumenolytics
  • The three removal methods: microsuction, water irrigation and manual removal
Day 2
Earwax Removal - Practical Experience
  • Perform earwax removal on real patients
  • One-to-one guidance from experienced clinicians
  • Supervised practice in a busy hearing centre environment
  • Immediate feedback to refine technique and ensure safety
  • Clinical decision-making: choosing the appropriate method

What You Will Gain from This Course

By the end of this programme, you will have:

– A clear understanding of ear anatomy and pathology
– Safe, structured otoscopy technique
– Confidence in identifying contraindications and referral indicators
– Practical competence in microsuction, water irrigation and manual removal
– Clinical readiness to introduce earwax removal into your service
– Training aligned with governance, patient safety and best practice

Ear Anatomy course
Course Investment

Choose Your Package

Secure online booking with flexible payment options available.

2-Day Course Only
£ 998 Exc. VAT | 2 Days In-Person
  • CPD-Accredited Certification
  • Full ear anatomy and otoscopy training
  • Comprehensive earwax removal theory
  • Learn all three removal methods: microsuction, water irrigation and manual
  • Real-patient clinical practice under expert supervision
  • Small groups, maximum 4 delegates
Add Professional Equipment
£ 1402
  • Start practising the day you qualify
  • Standard, Premium or OWL packages
  • Professional equipment bundle to take home
  • Pay-in-3 option available
Most Popular
The OWL Optoscope

OWL Otoscope

OWL Otoscope

We are an official partner of the OWL Otoscope System, a professional-grade diagnostic solution designed for modern ear care practiceDuring your training, you will gain hands-on experience using OWL device within supervised clinical environment. This ensureyou are familiar with high-quality instrumentation before introducing services into your practice.  

The OWL is known for:  

  1. High-definition optical clarity 
  2. Ergonomic, clinician-focused design 
  3. Durability and clinical grading 
  4. Reliable performance for routine ear examination and wax removal  

As official partner, HCPI can also supply OWL otoscope directly to delegates who wish to upgrade their clinical setup. If you would like further information on OWL Otoscope, our team will be happy to advise.  

Equipment Packages

Professional Equipment Available

Choose from our complete equipment packages to start your practice immediately

Standard Earwax Removal Package
– Manual Otoscope
– Standard Video Otoscope
– Loupes
– Microsuction Machine
– 50 x Zoellners
– Irrigation Machine
– Noot Tank
– Metal Speculas
– Crocodile Forcep
– Jobson Hornes
– Olive Oil
Premium Earwax Removal Package
– Manual Otoscope
– OWL Digital Video Otoscope
– Microsuction Machine
– 50 x Zoellners
– 25 x 5.2mm specula
– 25 x 6mm specula
– Irrigation Machine
– Noot Tank
– Crocodile Forcep
– Jobson Hornes
– Olive Oil
OWL Only Package
Includes OWL digital video otoscope
25 x 5.2mm specula
25 x 6mm specula

If you opt out of the equipment package, we’ll provide all training tools, but you must bring your own head loupes and otoscope.

Why Choose Healthcare Professional Institute

At HCPI, we deliver CPD-accredited clinical training designed to build real-world competence, not just theoretical knowledge. 

Our courses are led by experienced clinicians and structured around supervised practical learning, ensuring every delegate develops the confidence and clinical judgement required to practise safely. 

CPD-accredited and governance-aligned

Real patient supervised training

Small group, hands-on learning

Delivered by experienced audiology professionals

Focused on safety, competence and best practice

Real Patient Practice

Real Patient Practice

Expert Supervision

Expert Supervision

Professional Equipment

Professional Equipment

Meet Our Trainer

Learn from an Industry Expert

Training Locations

Professional Training Facilities

Train at our dedicated facilities in Hinckley, Leicestershire

Location & Venue

Day 1 - Headquarters

BHHC
6 New Buildings
Hinckley
Leicestershire
LE10 1HW

Day 2 - Hearing Centre

Hear4U
13 King St
Hinckley
Leicestershire
LE10 1QT

Our training centre and hearing clinic are located within five minutes of each other, allowing a smooth transition from theory to practical application. 

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Ear Anatomy taught before earwax removal?
Understanding ear anatomy and pathology is essential for safe practice. It allows you to identify contraindications, recognise red flags, and avoid serious complications before you ever attempt a removal. Skipping this foundation increases clinical risk, which is why we build it into day one.
Safe, competent earwax removal depends on accurate otoscopic assessment and a clear understanding of the ear. Teaching removal techniques without that grounding produces practitioners who can perform a procedure but cannot always judge when not to. Our combined two-day pathway ensures you leave clinically confident, not just trained in a technique.
Yes. Day two is real-patient clinical practice under one-to-one supervision, so you finish with hands-on experience, not just theory. You leave CPD-certified and clinically ready to introduce earwax removal into your service. If you add an equipment package, you can begin practising straight away.
No. The course is structured for professionals who may have had no formal otoscopy training. We start with the fundamentals and build to supervised clinical practice, so you progress at a safe, structured pace.
You can opt out of the equipment package. We provide all training tools on the day, but you will need to bring your own head loupes and otoscope. If you would like to start practising immediately after the course, our Standard, Premium and OWL packages are available as an add-on.

Places are limited on each course date

Ready to Train with Confidence?

If you are serious about delivering safe, professional earwax removal services, this course provides the knowledge, supervised experience and certification to do so.