Course details

This module aims to provide the learner with the skills, knowledge and competence to prevent and control infections in the healthcare area.

It is an elective module towards the Level 5 Award in Healthcare Support.

Programme Aim:

At the end of the course the learner will:

  • Create awareness of the importance of infection prevention and control in providing a safe environment for all users of the healthcare setting including patients, staff and visitors
  • Understand their own role in the prevention of the spread of infection.
  • Create awareness of what the area of Infection Control means and its importance for every member of the Healthcare team
  • Better understanding of the basic principles of infection control and be able to apply standard precautions in relation to infection control
  • Develop an awareness of healthcare-associated infection

Entry Requirements

Minimum of Level 4 certificate standard of education. Strong interest in the provision of quality care in a healthcare setting.

Updated on 08 November, 2015

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