Booking options
£15
£15
On-Demand course
3 hours
All levels
Infection Control is crucial in healthcare settings to prevent the spread of infections among patients and healthcare workers. Without proper infection control measures, hospitals and clinics can become hotspots for infectious diseases, endangering the lives of patients and staff.
Learning outcomes:
Understand the basics of infection control, including the role of microorganisms in causing infections.
Identify the body's defence mechanisms against infections and how they can be supported.
Recognize common bloodborne pathogens and understand how to prevent their transmission.
Learn techniques for controlling infections, including the use of personal protective equipment and isolation precautions.
Understand the principles of decontamination, disinfection, and sterilisation to prevent the spread of infections.
Learn about hygiene practices to prevent infections in healthcare settings.
The Infection Control course provides a comprehensive overview of infection control practices for healthcare workers. The course covers the basics of microbiology, the body's defence mechanisms, and common bloodborne pathogens. It also includes techniques for controlling infections, such as isolation precautions and the use of personal protective equipment, as well as decontamination, disinfection, and sterilisation principles. Additionally, the course covers hygiene practices that can help prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings.
Upon completion of this course, learners will have a thorough understanding of infection control practices and be able to apply this knowledge in their workplace. This course is ideal for healthcare workers, including nurses, doctors, dentists, and medical assistants.
Certification
Upon completion of the course, learners can obtain a certificate as proof of their achievement. You can receive a £4.99 PDF Certificate sent via email, a £9.99 Printed Hardcopy Certificate for delivery in the UK, or a £19.99 Printed Hardcopy Certificate for international delivery. Each option depends on individual preferences and locations.
10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
Healthcare professionals who want to learn about infection control practices.
Individuals who want to work in the healthcare industry.
Students studying healthcare-related subjects.
Anyone who wants to learn about preventing infections.
Infection control nurse: £25,000 - £50,000 per year
Hospital infection control specialist: £25,000 - £50,000 per year
Healthcare facility infection control officer: £25,000 - £50,000 per year
Environmental health officer: £20,000 - £40,000 per year
Public health educator: £25,000 - £50,000 per year
Microbiologist: £25,000 - £45,000 per year
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