The Vascular Module is an online postgraduate module run by the Royal College of Podiatry over a 3-week period. The module is delivered virtually via TALUS (the Royal College's learning management system), and concludes with an in-person practical day.

This module is for registered clinicians interested in gaining greater understanding of the assessment, diagnosis and management of foot and lower limb related complications associated with vascular disease.

The course is based on the Capability Framework 2019 Statement 5 (Peripheral arterial disease) and will focus on capabilities up to Level D (Specialist clinician) and E (Advanced clinician) knowledge, skills and behaviours, giving delegates opportunity to explore both the basic and specialised approaches to peripheral arterial assessment, diagnosis and referral / treatment decision-making. It is closely linked to the NICE Guidance on PAD (CG 147) and other key international PAD guidance.

Content will include; relevant anatomy & physiology review and knowledge, pathophysiology of PAD with a focus on modifiable vascular risks, effective clinical assessments and non-invasive diagnostic tools, stratifying presence & severity of disease including critical limb ischaemia (CLI), communicating diagnosis & prognosis, facilitating appropriate treatments & referrals, negotiating health behaviour changes and considering the impact of PAD on other podiatric treatments, such as nail surgery, wound care or treatment of the high risk foot.

Each session is led by experts in the field, including the Royal College's Vascular Specialist Advisory Group, and will offer attendees the chance to explore and discuss the theory and practice of each dimension.

This exciting module is always well subscribed and is a great way to learn and network with colleagues from across the country.

(17 CPD Points)

Vascular Module: (London, November 2025)