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Level 3 Certificate in British Cleaning & Housekeeping - CPD Accredited

5 Star Rated | 2 in 1 CPD Accredited Course | 2 Free PDF Certificates | Instant Certificate After Completion


Thames College

Summary

Price
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£12 inc VAT (was £12.99)
Offer ends 31 August 2025
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
4.5 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • CPD Accredited PDF Certificate - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
  • CPD Accredited Hardcopy Certificate - £8.99
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Cleaning plays a direct role in maintaining public health, safety, and workplace efficiency. In homes, offices, hospitals, and factories, the standard of Cleaning directly influences well-being, hygiene, and compliance with health regulations.

This British Cleaning Course is carefully designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to work in a wide range of Cleaning environments. Whether it’s basic domestic Cleaning or advanced hospital sanitation, this course prepares you with the right methods, equipment handling, safety measures, and industry awareness to carry out Cleaning tasks responsibly and professionally.

We're giving away a course as a special gift:

  • Free Course: Housekeeping

Whether you're looking to start a new job, formalise existing experience, or move into more technical or supervisory cleaning roles, this course helps you build the essential skills and knowledge needed in the UK cleaning sector.

Additional perks of selecting course from Thames College:

This course offers you the benefit of —

  • Learn with an engaging voiceover and visual elements.
  • Lifetime access to the course.
  • Participate in quick assessments and get instant feedback on your course progress.
  • Study on your own schedule.

Certificates

CPD Accredited PDF Certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

CPD Accredited Hardcopy Certificate

Hard copy certificate - £8.99

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

2
sections
15
lectures
4h 29m
total
    • 1: Module 1: Introduction to Cleaning Preview 15:06
    • 2: Module 2: Tools, Products, and Equipment 25:11
    • 3: Module 3: Domestic Cleaning Techniques 26:30
    • 4: Module 4: Commercial and Office Cleaning 13:59
    • 5: Module 5: Healthcare and Clinical Cleaning 21:03
    • 6: Module 6: Industrial and Specialised Cleaning 21:32
    • 7: Module 7: Waste Management and Environmental Practices 20:39
    • 8: Module 8: Health and Safety for Cleaning Professionals 21:25
    • 9: CPD Quality Standard Certificate (Optional) 01:00
    • 10: Module 1: Introduction to Housekeeping 18:25
    • 11: Module 2: Bedroom Housekeeping 21:09
    • 12: Module 3: Bathroom and Washroom Cleaning 17:52
    • 13: Module 4: Kitchen and Pantry Housekeeping 23:21
    • 14: Module 5: Laundry Operations 20:06
    • 15: CPD Quality Standard Certificate (Optional) 01:00

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Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction - Topics Covered:

  • History and Evolution of Cleaning Practices
  • The Role of Cleanliness in Public and Private Spaces
  • Types of Cleaning Jobs and Work Environments

Module 2: Tools, Products, and Equipment - Topics Covered:

  • Common Manual Tools and Their Use
  • Types of Cleaning Chemicals and Their Applications
  • Safe Handling and Storage of Cleaning Products
  • Introduction to Cleaning Machines and Technology
  • Selecting the Right Equipment for Each Task

Module 3: Domestic Cleaning Techniques - Topics Covered:

  • Kitchen Cleaning and Food Area Safety
  • Bathroom and Toilet Sanitation Methods
  • Living Area and Bedroom Dusting and Vacuuming
  • Carpet, Upholstery, and Curtain Cleaning
  • Hard Surface and Floor Maintenance

Module 4: Commercial and Office Cleaning - Topics Covered:

  • Daily Office Cleaning Tasks and Schedules
  • High-Traffic Area Maintenance
  • Cleaning Protocols for Meeting Rooms and Staff Areas

Module 5: Healthcare and Clinical Cleaning - Topics Covered:

  • Infection Control and Cross-Contamination Prevention
  • Colour-Coded Cleaning Systems in Healthcare
  • Cleaning Hospital Wards and Clinical Rooms
  • Managing Biohazards and Sharps

Module 6: Industrial and Specialised Cleaning - Topics Covered:

  • Cleaning in Manufacturing and Warehousing Environments
  • Heavy-Duty Cleaning Methods and Equipment
  • High-Level and Confined Space Cleaning
  • Spill Response and Chemical Cleanup

Module 7: Waste Management and Environmental Practices - Topics Covered:

  • Identifying and Sorting Waste Types
  • Recycling and Disposal Regulations in the UK
  • Reducing Waste During Cleaning Operations
  • Handling Hazardous and Clinical Waste

Module 8: Health and Safety for Cleaning Professionals - Topics Covered:

  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • COSHH Regulations and Risk Assessments
  • Manual Handling and Safe Lifting Techniques
  • Slips, Trips and Fall Prevention

Who is this course for?

  • Anyone seeking to start a career in the relevant industry.
  • Self-employed cleaners or business owners needing structured knowledge.
  • Care home, school, and hospitality staff.
  • Temporary or agency workers.
  • Workers looking to meet UK Cleaning safety and compliance standards.

Requirements

No previous experience or qualifications are required to enroll in our course. This course is designed for anyone eager to learn, whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out.

Join us and take the first step on this exciting path!

Career path

  • Domestic Cleaner – £21,000 per year
  • Office Cleaner – £22,500 per year
  • Healthcare Cleaner – £23,000 per year
  • School Cleaner – £20,000 per year
  • Industrial Cleaner – £26,000 per year
  • Waste Disposal and Cleaning Technician – £27,500 per year

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