Respiratory Examination and Chest Auscultation (Certified) - Spring 2026 - Date: 28 May 2026

PLEASE REGISTER INTEREST

Venue: NI Hospice Education Building, C.S. Lewis Room, 74 Somerton Road Belfast BT15 3LH

The day will start at 9.15 am finishing approximately 4.15 pm.

About this course

This is a one-day facilitated session suitable for all Health Care Professionals who wish to gain or update their skills in chest auscultation. The session will be led by an experienced facilitator who is a clinical specialist in primary care.  This course can be delivered online to groups of 10 or more. Please contact for more information . When completing a registration form, payment should be made at the same time to secure your place and allow access to the course materials.

This course will take place face to face. Tea/coffee/scones will be provided for break and there is an opportunity for students to purchase lunch or you can bring your own lunch.

Venue/location:

The day will cover:

1. Revision
   1. Landmarks on the chest - how to locate findings
   2. Lobes of the lungs - where we listen to
   3. The control of breathing
2. Examination of the respiratory system
   1. Inspection
   2. Palpation
   3. Percussion
   4. Auscultation - listening to various chest sounds and their meaning

Please note: lunch may be purchased depending on location/venue or bring your own pack lunch.