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? 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Enhance Your Practice: Specialising in Mind-Body Fertility Support. For professional hypnotherapists seeking to expand their expertise and offer profound, life-changing support to a growing client base, this comprehensive CPD masterclass provides an in-depth framework for addressing fertility challenges through the powerful lens of mind-body hypnotherapy. With approximately one in seven individuals in the UK facing fertility struggles, and a significant percentage experiencing unexplained infertility, there is a clear demand for specialised, holistic interventions. This course equips you with the advanced skills to meet this need effectively. Course Objectives: Upon completion of this masterclass, participants will be able to: Conduct a comprehensive, holistic intake and assessment for clients experiencing fertility issues, encompassing physical, emotional, and lifestyle factors. Identify and therapeutically address psychological blocks and "psychological contraceptives" that may unconsciously impede conception. Utilise advanced hypnotherapeutic techniques to reduce stress, promote emotional and physiological balance, and influence hormonal equilibrium. Apply targeted interventions for resolving deep-seated fears, past traumas (e.g., miscarriage, birth trauma), and internal conflicts related to parenthood. Guide clients through mental and emotional preparation for conception, pregnancy, birth, and parenting, including specific support for those undergoing IVF or other medical treatments. Integrate male partners into the fertility journey, supporting their mental well-being and addressing factors influencing sperm quality through tailored hypnotherapeutic approaches. Course Modules: The 6 Stages to Holistic Fertility Support This masterclass is structured around a 6-stage framework, providing a systematic approach to fertility hypnotherapy: Stage 1: Comprehensive Client Investigation: Learn advanced assessment techniques to gather detailed information on physical health, menstrual cycles, fertility awareness, emotional landscape, lifestyle factors, and relationship dynamics. Understand how to identify initial psychological blocks and the "story" behind their fertility journey. Skills Developed: Advanced intake, holistic assessment, identifying subconscious patterns. Stage 2: Restore Emotional & Physiological Balance: Master hypnotherapeutic techniques such as 7/11 breathing, self-hypnosis induction, anchoring, and "Apposition of Opposites" to significantly reduce client stress, reframe limiting beliefs, and promote a state of deep relaxation conducive to hormonal equilibrium. Skills Developed: Stress reduction protocols, belief re-patterning, emotional regulation. Stage 3: Resolve Inner Conflicts & Traumas: Acquire specialized methods for identifying and resolving deep-seated fears, past traumas (e.g., miscarriage, terminations, birth trauma), and unconscious psychological contraceptives. Techniques like Free-Floating Regression, Time Line Therapy, and Parts Integration/Negotiation will be explored in depth. Skills Developed: Trauma resolution, inner conflict integration, addressing subconscious resistance. Stage 4: Enhance Natural Fertility & Receptivity: Focus on reconnecting clients with their body’s innate fertility wisdom. This module emphasizes techniques like Primal Imaging to boost confidence in the body's abilities and enhance both physiological and emotional receptivity to conception. Skills Developed: Somatic connection, confidence building, enhancing physiological receptivity. Stage 5: Prepare for Pregnancy, Birth & Parenting: Learn how to mentally and emotionally prepare clients for the entire continuum of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. This includes utilizing powerful visualization and future pacing techniques, alongside practical coping strategies, particularly beneficial for clients undergoing IVF. Skills Developed: Future pacing, visualization for positive outcomes, practical coping mechanisms for medical treatments. Stage 6: Support for Men & Sperm Optimization: Gain the unique skills to involve and support male partners throughout the fertility journey. Address their mental well-being, reduce stress, and explore how hypnotherapeutic interventions can complement lifestyle support to positively influence sperm quality and overall male fertility factors. Skills Developed: Couples work, male-specific stress reduction, holistic male fertility support. Benefits for Your Practice: Expand Your Niche: Become a specialist in a high-demand area of hypnotherapy. Deepen Client Impact: Offer profound, transformational support that addresses the root causes of fertility struggles. Attract New Clients: Position yourself as a trusted expert in holistic fertility solutions. Enhance Client Outcomes: Improve clients' emotional well-being and potentially their conception rates by integrating mind-body techniques. Professional Growth: Add valuable, specialized skills to your therapeutic toolkit, differentiating your practice. Who Should Attend: This CPD course is designed for qualified and practicing hypnotherapists eager to expand their therapeutic offerings and develop specialized expertise in fertility support.
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Aims to Become pelvic floor specialists in exercise and rehabilitation. Become specialists in post-partum physiotherapy and rehabilitation. The pelvic floor exercise program's aim is to deliver comprehensive learning on the anatomy, and physiology of the pelvic floor and how to design treatment protocols for individual patients according to their needs. Learning Objective Understanding of female pelvic anatomy and the importance of the pelvic floor muscles with bladder and bowel function as well as core stability. The most common conditions treated in female pelvic health rehabilitation will be introduced including urinary incontinence, constipation, pelvic organ prolapse, dyspareunia, and pelvic pain. Objective examination skills will be introduced including the fully modified pelvic examination and external assessment strategies for clinicians of all practice areas. Effective patient interventions and proper progression will be outlined. Following completion of the course, clinicians will be able to competently address the most common pelvic health symptoms women experience. The most common conditions treated in female pelvic health rehabilitation will be introduced including urinary incontinence, constipation, pelvic organ prolapse, dyspareunia, and pelvic pain. This course will complete a detailed review of patient presentation, objective findings, tradition, and novel treatment interventions as well as the prognosis/plan of care. This CPD course for women health is targeted to both treating pelvic health clinicians and those beginning a new area of practice. Treatment strategies for clinicians of all areas of practice will be provided as most women have pelvic health symptoms at some point throughout their life. Methods of instruction include lecture presentations, multimedia, and written material. Who Should Enroll Physiotherapist Gynecologist Women Health Specialists Occupational Therapist Nurses CPD Credit Hours 2 Hours Resources 1-Month Access to Learning Resources Downloadable Course Material CPD Certificate Presenter Natalie J. Sebba, PT, DPT, WCS, CLT Presenter Bio: Natalie is a member of the inaugural class of board-certified women’s health specialists, and also holds certifications in pelvic floor physical therapy and lymphedema rehabilitation. Prior to board certification, she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy at Duke University and completed the APTA-credentialed women’s health physical therapy residency at Duke Medicine. Throughout her career, Natalie has served as program coordinator of women’s health and pelvic floor rehabilitation services at several large medical systems across the country. She currently works with the interdisciplinary medical team of Duke Medicine specializing in pelvic health, women's health, and oncology rehabilitation. Dr. Sebba recently completed her position as Chair on the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, Women's Health Specialty Council where she advanced the board certification process and examination for new clinical specialists. She also serves as an active clinical mentor with the Duke Medicine Women's Health Residency program teaching her unique skill set to program residents. Dr. Sebba is an annual lecturer to several programs with Duke Medical School including Physical Therapy and regularly presents at the annual APTA CSM conference.
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