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An Introduction to Infection Prevention and Control
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Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Duration
0.4 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
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Overview

Welcome to "An Introduction to Infection Prevention and Control," an online course designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices that form the foundation of effective infection prevention and control. Infections can have a significant impact on individuals, healthcare settings, and communities. This course aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent and manage infections effectively.

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Curriculum

1
section
13
lectures
0h 24m
total

    • 1: 1.Introduction to Infection Prevention and Contro 01:48
    • 2: 3.Hand Hygiene and Personal Protective Equipment 02:38
    • 3: 2.2 The chain of infection 00:51
    • 4: 2.3 Breaking the chain of infection 00:51
    • 5: 2.4 Types of infection 01:20
    • 6: 3.1 Risk assessments 00:53
    • 7: 3.2 Control of Substances Hazardous to Health ( 01:32
    • 8: 3.3 Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangero 01:42
    • 9: 3.4 Effective cleaning practices 02:05
    • 10: 3.5 Spill kits and their uses 01:53
    • 11: 3.7 Managing COVID-19 risks 02:15
    • 12: 3.Controlling the Risks 02:09
    • 13: 9_Quality Assurance and Improvement 03:26

Description

**Week 1: Introduction to Infection Prevention and Control**

- Understanding the significance of infection prevention

- Historical perspective

- Legal and ethical considerations

**Week 2: Microbiology and Infection Spread**

- Basics of microbiology

- Modes of transmission

- The chain of infection

**Week 3: Pathogens and Diseases**

- Common pathogens

- Associated diseases

- Emerging infectious diseases

**Week 4: Hand Hygiene and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)**

- The importance of hand hygiene

- Proper handwashing techniques

- Use of PPE in infection control

**Week 5: Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs)**

- Types and examples of HAIs

- Strategies for prevention

- Surveillance and reporting

**Week 6: Vaccines, Antimicrobial Resistance, and Public Health**

- The role of vaccines in infection prevention

- Understanding antimicrobial resistance

Who is this course for?

  • Ideally, This Infection Control, Prevention and Management course suits healthcare experts or those aspiring to join the healthcare sector, including nurses, doctors, medical students, healthcare assistants, and care home staff. However, it also benefits those working in roles requiring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, such as food service workers, cleaners, and childcare workers. Additionally, individuals interested in microbiology, infection control, and public health may find this course intriguing and beneficial.

Requirements

  • No prior medical or healthcare experience is required.

  • A willingness to learn and apply infection control measures.

  • Access to a computer or mobile device with an internet connection for online learning materials and assessments.

Career path

Unlock diverse career opportunities with our Infection Control, Prevention and Management course. Explore these lucrative paths:

  • Registered Nurse - £23K to £35K/year
  • Medical Laboratory Technician - £21K to £30K/year
  • Clinical Microbiologist - £31K to £51K/year
  • Infection Control Nurse - £25K to £38K/year
  • Infection Prevention Manager - £40K to £60K/year
  • Healthcare Hygienist - £20K to £32K/year

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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