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Infection Prevention and Control Tier 2

This learning provides a comprehensive programme designed for healthcare professionals, providing essential knowledge to prevent and manage infections.

£30.00 Excl. VAT

  • 45 minutes

Course summary

This learning provides a comprehensive programme designed for healthcare professionals, providing essential knowledge and skills to prevent and manage infections in diverse settings. Participants gain insights into best practices, hygiene protocols and effective measures to safeguard public health.

 

Applicable audience

This learning is suitable for health and care professionals.

Pre-requisites

There are no pre-requisites required for this learning.

Delivery method

This learning is delivered by an eLearning package.

Duration

This learning will take approximately 45 minutes to complete.

Materials and resources required

Learners should have access to a computer, tablet or smart phone with an internet connection.

Refresher

It is recommended that this learning should be completed every year.

The aim of this learning is to provide an understanding on infection prevention and control strategies. Participants acquire advanced knowledge and skills essential for maintaining a sterile environment, ensuring patient safety and upholding healthcare standards.

Learners will be able to:
  • Recognising the standard infection control precautions
  • Explaining how to prevent infection
  • Differentiating alert organisms and conditions that pose risk
  • Defining transmission-based precautions
  • Discussing how and when to seek support
  • Implementing evidence based guidance
  • Executing appropriate policies when handling specimens
  • Describing symptoms for an infection
  • Identifying antimicrobial stewardship principles and good practice
  • Defining antimicrobial resistance and antibiotics

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