Course Details

Gain an understanding on how to prevent and control infections in healthcare settings. Safeguard patient well-being and healthcare worker safety with our Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings course. This Qualification provides a comprehensive understanding of infection transmission, prevention strategies, and control measures in healthcare environments, providing you with the knowledge to protect patients and staff. What will I learn? • Principles of the causes and spread of infection in health care settings. • Principles of the importance of personal hygiene and health in the prevention and control of infection in health care settings. • Principles of decontamination, cleaning and waste management in health care settings. • Principles of infection prevention and control in a health care settings. Who should join this course? This qualification is designed for a wide range of learners who wish to gain an understanding in the prevention and control of infection within healthcare settings. This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above. Entry Requirements Previous level 1 maths and English achievement or demonstrating the ability to work at these levels is recommended Progression Opportunities: • Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care • Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care • Level 3 Certificate for Working in the Health Secto How do I enrol? To apply for this course online at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk and simply click on the 'How to Enrol' button and complete the Enrolment Form and one of our customer service team will be in touch or call to speak to one of our friendly Learning Advisors on 01752 660713. You will be invited to undertake an initial assessment to ascertain your levels of English and maths prior to entry on this course of study. How will the course be delivered? This is an E-Learning course and is exclusively delivered via an online learning, self-study programme. You will be enrolled for an online learning platform and will work independently through the units and materials provided. Will I need to practise outside the classroom? This is an E-learning course, and your study pattern is self-managed. A commitment of 2 - 3 hours per week is suggested to enable successful completion of the course within the timescale of 20 weeks. How will I know I’m making progress? You will receive regular feedback from an assessor following completion and submission of individual units. What will I need? A laptop or desktop computer with internet access is required for completion of coursework and home learning Please note: Most courses attract a subsidy from the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA). It is a requirement of the ESFA that you complete various forms at different stages of your course, further information is available on request. Courses are subject to a minimum number of enrolments and could be cancelled if recruitment is low. In some cases, an alternative class at a different location may be offered. Terms and conditions are available at https://www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk/learner-information/essential-information-for-every-learner Room numbers are subject to change - please check when you arrive at the venue.