This Course at a Glance
* Define infection prevention and control and know what constitutes the best
practice of it
* Learn about the key legislations that govern infection prevention and control
* Understand the impact of bad and good infection prevention control on
patients, staff and employees
* Learn about various microorganisms and what causes it to grow
* Acquire knowledge about the prevalent methods of transmission of bacteria
* Learn about the chain of infection and know how to break or interrupt the
chain
* Know what steps should be taken to control and prevent infection
* Learn about the various methods of cleaning and decontamination products to
prevent the spread of infection
INFECTION CONTROL TRAINING COURSE OVERVIEW
Employers owe a duty of care, by law, to their healthcare employees, and they
must provide appropriate and sufficient training to them to verify that they are
capable of maintaining proper infection control in workplaces. Regardless of
whose service they work in, the primary goal of a healthcare worker is to
prevent infections. This Infection Control Training Course emphasises the
effects of both good and bad infection control as well the impact of infection
on people. It then goes into detail regarding infection control legislation,
different types of germs, how bacteria are transferred and provides a detailed
analysis of the infection chain.
The estimated incidence of healthcare-associated infections in acute care
hospitals in the UK is reported to be 0.047. Approximately 3.5 per cent of
patients who contract healthcare-associated infections die as a result of this
infection, despite the fact that these infections related deaths are preventable
and curable. These infections might arise as a direct result of medical
interventions or as a result of coming into touch with a healthcare setting that
is exposed to such infections. Therefore, Infection Control Training is a vital
aspect of ensuring the safety of vulnerable people residing in any care setting
or workplace.
Upon successful completion of this Infection Control Training Course, you will
be able to acquire proper infection prevention skills and knowledge relevant to
the industry you work in.
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE?
This Infection Control Training Course is aimed at:
* Healthcare worker
* Care assistants
* Laboratory workers
* Veterinary and farm workers
* Cleaners
* Nurse
* Public health professionals
Whether you are a healthcare professional exposed to the risk of infection
depending on the work you do or simply looking to implement such infection
control procedures at workplaces to ensure the safety of your patients, this
course will set you up with the appropriate credentials to contribute in
creating a safe workplace for yourself and others.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
* There are no academic entry requirements for this Infection Control Training
Course Online course, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds.
* However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a
good internet connection.
ASSESSMENT METHOD
This Infection Control Training Course assesses learners through multiple choice
questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of each module, learners must
answer MCQs to step into the next module. Through the MCQs it is measured how
much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is
75%.
COURSE CURRICULUM
Module 1: The course structure
Module 2: Infection prevention and control, and the impact of infection
Module 3: The different microorganisms
Module 4: How bacteria are transmitted
Module 5: The Chain of Infection
Module 6: The control and prevention of infection
Module 7: Cleaning & Decontamination
RECOGNISED ACCREDITATION
CPD CERTIFICATION SERVICE
This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK
is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic
institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value
towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD certificates are accepted by
thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and
around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements,
which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in
your respective field.
QUALITY LICENCE SCHEME ENDORSED
The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a
leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational
qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive
advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and
employees.
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
ENDORSED CERTIFICATE FROM QUALITY LICENCE SCHEME
After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order the
Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a
brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding
organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide
range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career,
making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. There is a Quality
Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65.
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT FROM LEAD ACADEMY
After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order your
certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of
achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully
finished a course with Lead Academy. Certificate can be obtained in PDF version
at a cost of £12, and there is an additional fee to obtain a printed copy
certificate which is £35.
FAQS
IS CPD A RECOGNISED QUALIFICATION IN THE UK?
CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic
intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value
towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are
accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in
the UK and around the world.
ARE QLS COURSES RECOGNISED?
Although QLS courses are not subject to Ofqual regulation, they must adhere to
an extremely high level that is set and regulated independently across the
globe. A course that has been approved by the Quality Licence Scheme simply
indicates that it has been examined and evaluated in terms of quality and
fulfils the predetermined quality standards.
WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY CERTIFICATE?
For CPD accredited PDF certificate it will take 24 hours, however for the
hardcopy CPD certificate takes 5-7 business days and for the Quality License
Scheme certificate it will take 7-9 business days.
CAN I PAY BY INVOICE?
Yes, you can pay via Invoice or Purchase Order, please contact us at
info@lead-academy.org for invoice payment.
CAN I PAY VIA INSTALMENT?
Yes, you can pay via instalments at checkout.
HOW TO TAKE ONLINE CLASSES FROM HOME?
Our platform provides easy and comfortable access for all learners; all you need
is a stable internet connection and a device such as a laptop, desktop PC,
tablet, or mobile phone. The learning site is accessible 24/7, allowing you to
take the course at your own pace while relaxing in the privacy of your home or
workplace.
DOES AGE MATTER IN ONLINE LEARNING?
No, there is no age limit for online learning. Online learning is accessible to
people of all ages and requires no age-specific criteria to pursue a course of
interest. As opposed to degrees pursued at university, online courses are
designed to break the barriers of age limitation that aim to limit the learner's
ability to learn new things, diversify their skills, and expand their horizons.
WHEN I WILL GET THE LOGIN DETAILS FOR MY COURSE?
After successfully purchasing the course, you will receive an email within 24
hours with the login details of your course. Kindly check your inbox, junk or
spam folder, or you can contact our client success team via
info@lead-academy.org