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Course details
Principles of Infection Prevention and ControlOverview
Explore the essentials of infection control, covering fundamental concepts, protective measures, legal standards, and disease transmission dynamics. This course equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge to minimize risks and maintain safety.
Learning Outcomes
- Define infection and the importance of infection control.
- Identify key infection control legislation and policies.
- Analyze infection risks and devise management strategies.
- Describe different types of PPE and their functions.
- Demonstrate proper use and disposal of PPE.
- Understand the mechanisms of person-to-person disease spread.
- Apply infection control principles in various healthcare settings.
- Develop infection prevention protocols.
- Recognize the role of healthcare workers in controlling infection.
- Educate others about the practices of infection prevention.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is designed for healthcare professionals, including nurses, laboratory technicians, public health workers, and hospital administrators, aiming to enhance their infection control knowledge. It's also valuable for individuals pursuing a career in healthcare settings where understanding and implementing infection control protocols are critical.
Why Choose Us?
- Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials.
- Tutorial videos/materials from the industry-leading experts.
- Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform.
- Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result.
- The UK & internationally recognized accredited qualification.
- Access to course content on a mobile, tablet, or desktop from anywhere, anytime.
- The benefit of career advancement opportunities.
- 24/7 student support via email.
Career Path
A career in infection prevention and control is crucial in healthcare settings, offering roles ranging from coordinators to specialists who ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. Professionals progress from executing day-to-day infection control measures to developing and managing entire infection prevention programs, potentially advancing to roles in public health or as consultants for healthcare organizations.
Course Curriculum
Principles of Infection Prevention and Control
Module 01: Introduction to Infection and Infection Control
Module 02: Legislation and Policies
Module 03: Infection Risk & Management
Module 04: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Module 05: PPE Practical Uses
Module 06: Understanding person-to-person spread of disease
Updated on 15 November, 2023
Eligibility / Requirements
Candidates should have a background in healthcare or a related field, with a minimum of a diploma or associate degree in nursing, medical technology, or public health. Prior experience in a healthcare setting is beneficial but not mandatory for enrollment. A commitment to public safety and patient care is essential.
Job roles this course is suitable for:
Infection Control Nurse , Epidemiologist , Public Health Advisor , Infection Preventionist , Clinical Microbiologist , Healthcare Quality Coordinator , Sanitation Manager , Hospital Epidemiologist , Infection Control Data Analyst , Hygiene SpecialistAbout Alpha Academy
Alpha Academy is an online learning platform that provides one of the best e-learning experience that you can think of. With a large variety of training courses to choose from, you are bound to find something to suit you. Whether it be to improve your current expertise or develop new skills, we can facilitate your goal. On top of our provision of professionally accredited courses, we also provide a free CV review for you within 24 hours of submission.
Why Choose Us:
- On top of our provision of professionally accredited courses, we also provide a free CV review for you within 24 hours of submission.
- This is perfect for you if you want to add the experience to your CV/Resumé or hang it on your wall.
Assessment and Certification
At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful. After you have successfully passed the final exam, you will be able to order an Accredited Certificate of Achievement at an additional cost of £19 for a PDF copy and £29 for an original print copy sent to you by post or for both £39.
