Hi, my name is Joanne, owner of Blackfords Footcare.

Blackfords Footcare was established in 2024 to be able to offer quality and accessible footcare in my local area.
I found as a carer that there was a shortage of mobile footcare services within the region that could offer a personalised treatment package with a relaxed, friendly service in your own home.
This led me on my educational path to train, become qualified, and share this service to the district.

Education:
I am a current BSc (Hons) Podiatry Student at Wolverhampton University, having completed two out of my four years towards my degree to be registered as a Podiatrist. This currently means that I have a recognised equivalency qualification as a Foot Health Care Practitioner Diploma Level 4, allowing me to practice independently.
I am also a member of the Royal College of Podiatry and as such I complete many additional training modules to ensure that the skills that I learn and practice are not only current but are also approved and tested.
In addition to this I have completed both my emergency first aid and British Life Support training, as well as holding a TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions, TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care and TQUK Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings.

I have strong links to the local NHS trust Podiatry services and will recommend a referral if needed to issues that fall outside of my scope of practice to ensure that you receive the best care possible.