Prevention and Control of Infection (Online)

Description

Infection prevention and control are more important than ever. Germs spread from person to person through a regular sequence of events. This Prevention and Control of Infection (Online) aims to help people prevent germs from infecting people by breaking the chain of infection. We can prevent infection by breaking a link in the chain. Understanding how to properly prevent and control the spread of infection is essential in ensuring that individuals do not unintentionally cause people they come into contact with to get infected.

The qualification covers the importance of risk assessment and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as well as the causes and transmission of infection, cleaning, proper waste management practices, and decontamination.

By the end of this Prevention and Control of Infection (Online) course, you will have a solid understanding of preventing and controlling the spread of infection in the workplace and at home. You will also learn how to identify infections and their types.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this Prevention and Control of Infection (Online) course, the learner will be able to:

• Understand the responsibilities of healthcare organisations in terms of current infection prevention and control legislation.
• Know how to obtain information about infection prevention and control within the organisation.
• Know the term healthcare-associated infections.
• Understand the chain of infection and how this informs infection prevention and control practice.
• Understand the routes of transmission of microorganisms.
• Understand individual roles and responsibilities for the three levels of decontamination.
• Use single-use items appropriately.
• Conduct a risk assessment in respect of ensuring infection prevention and control.
• Know how to manage patients with specific alert organisms safely.
• Explain different alert organisms and conditions that pose an infection risk.

Why Choose This Prevention and Control of Infection (Online) Course from Us

• Self-paced course, access available from anywhere.
• Easy to understand, high-quality study materials.
• Course developed by industry experts.
• MCQ quiz after each module to assess your learning.
• Automated and instant assessment results.
• 24/7 support via live chat, phone call or email.
• Free PDF certificate as soon as completing the course.

***Others Benefits of this Prevention and Control of Infection (Online) Course

• Free One PDF Certificate
• Access to Content - Lifetime
• Exam Fee - Totally Free
• Unlimited Retake Exam

[ Note: Free PDF certificate as soon as completing the Prevention and Control of Infection (Online) course]

Detailed course curriculum of this Course Prevention and Control of Infection (Online)

Module 01: The Principles of Infection Prevention and Control

• Understand roles and responsibilities in the prevention and control of infections
• Understand legislation and policies relating to prevention and control of infections
• Understand systems and procedures relating to the prevention and control of infections
• Understand the importance of risk assessment in relation to the prevention and control of infections
• Understand the importance of using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the prevention and control of infections
• Understand the importance of good personal hygiene in the prevention and control of infections

Module 02: Causes and Spread of Infection

• Understand the causes of infection
• Understand the transmission of infection

Module 03: Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management

• Understand how to maintain a clean environment to prevent the spread of infection
• Understand the principles and steps of the decontamination process
• Understand the importance of good waste management practice in the prevention of the spread of infection

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Assessment Method

After completing each module of this Prevention and Control of Infection (Online) Course, you will find automated MCQ quizzes. To unlock the next module, you need to complete the quiz task and get at least 60% marks. Once you complete all the modules in this manner, you will be qualified to request your certification.

Certification

After completing the MCQ/Assignment assessment for this Prevention and Control of Infection (Online) course, you will be entitled to a Certificate of Completion from Training Tale. It will act as proof of your extensive professional development. The certificate is in PDF format, which is completely free to download. A printed version is also available upon request. It will also be sent to you through a courier for £13.99.

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