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After completion of the theoretical training in the colleges and the
written examination, three months supervised practical work is supported
by the group advisors. Their final written report is evaluated as part of the
practical examination.
Harrow has three group advisors, each one working in close liaison
with one of the colleges. All group advisors have been trained in first line
management and take responsibility in the introduction of the work of the
health visitor appointments in the area. Each group advisor has a link with
one-third of the geographical area of Harrow in a supporting role to all
staff members. Regular meetings are arranged to discuss the problems in
small groups.
One fieldwork instructor has been seconded for social work training in
social administration for a two year course at the London School of
Economics. A further fieldwork instructor has been trained to refill this
post.
The training of fieldwork instructors is a period of six weeks with an
examination and a certificate at the end of the training.
Refresher Courses
Health visitors attend refresher courses every five years to keep up-todate
with new trends in the work. During 1970, three health visitors
attended refresher courses, one health visitor attended a health education
course and one health visitor attended a geriatric course. All courses
proved to be instructive and stimulating.
Clinic Nurses
All ten health clinics in Harrow have a state registered nurse attached
to assist the health visitor team with clinic duties and allow the health
visitor more time for her specialised work in the community. They are in
charge of minor ailment sessions for school children, immunisation and
toddlers clinics, cytology clinics, school hygiene inspections for head
infestations, foot inspections, treatment of verruca, and routine medical
examinations at school. Vision testing with the Keystone Telebinocular
screener have been carried out by the clinic nurses. They have also assisted
with routine visiting of the elderly under the supervision of the health
visitor.
Home Nursing
Establishment
The total establishment of home nurses at 31st December 1970, was
as follows
Superintendent
Deputy Superintment
Home Nurse whole-time equivalent) 26