This Infection Control module delivers key underpinning knowledge to healthcare worker which can be used towards achieving the care certificate.
Who is this course for?
This course is aimed at all staff throughout the health and social care sector, in particular: -
New starters to the organisation
Existing staff as a refresher
Course Content
Healthcare Associated Infections
Dealing with alert organisms
Prevention of Healthcare Associated Infections
Sharps
Spillages
Personal Hygiene
Cleaning
Course Objectives
Describe the main ways an infection can get into the body
Demonstrate effective hand hygiene
Explain how their own health or hygiene might pose a risk to the individuals they support or work with
List common types of personal protective clothing, equipment and procedures and how and when to use them
Explain the principles of safe handling of infected or soiled linen and clinical waste
This activity has been accredited by The CPD Standards office and equates to 2 hours of CPD.
How our Customers rate us:
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Liz Drew
2 weeks ago
Course was really well delivered and pitched at the right level for experienced participants. Louise made it interesting and relevant to us from all areas of health. It's one of the best courses I've attended for a long time.
Joann Davis
3 months ago
A really good and informative day
onyinye akilo
4 months ago
It was a fun and interactive session
Hortense marcele Ngangmo
4 months ago
Great, well organised, I love the activities
Abisola Ajiboye
4 months ago
A very comprehensive training
Babatunde Akinsuyi
4 months ago
Awesome, tutor was very good
Franca Osaghae
4 months ago
The tutoring was impactful,really learnt new things on training
Georgetta Coker
5 months ago
Very informative course leaders, thank you for the experience. I loved this training, very engaging and good vibes all round.