Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 Course

Description

Course details

Understanding Infection Prevention and Control: Level 2 Online Training Overview

This course will give an overview of the chain of infection, the principles of asepsis, and proper hand hygiene. Personal protective equipment and cleaning procedures will be discussed.

Duration: 2 Hours     CPD Points: 2

Course Update:
This course was last updated on 9th September 2023

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What You will learn

Understanding Infection Prevention and Control: Level 2 Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, the learner will be able to:

• Describe and explain the consequences of infection and how infections are spread in a healthcare setting
• Describe proper hand hygiene practices
• Understand how personal protective equipment, hand hygiene, management of blood, body fluids, shares, the environment, and care equipment can help prevent the spread of infection

Lessons

Course Content

Unit 1
Unit 1

• Understanding Infection Prevention and Control – Introduction
• The Chain of Infection
• Knowledge Check – Chain of Infection
• Standard Principles
• Principles of Asepsis
• Aseptic Technique
• When to Use Aseptic Techniques
• Sterile Equipment
• Types of Hand Cleaning
• Proper Hand Hygiene
• Using Alcohol-Based Handrubs
• Hand Washing
• Knowledge Check – Hand Hygiene
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Types of Gloves
• Types of Aprons
• Face Protection
• Knowledge Check – Gloves
• Responsibilities
• Managing the Environment
• Knowledge Check – Dust Dangers
• Cleaning Schedules
• Storing Cleaning Equipment
• National Colour Scheme for Cleaning MAterials
• Blood and Body Fluid Spillage
• Spillage Kits
• Dealing With Blood Spillage
• Safe Handling and Disposal
• Types of Sharps
• Sharps Disposal Containers
• Sharps Injuries
• Handling Linen
• Linen Classification
• Separating Linen
• Safe Linen HAndling
• Healthcare Waste Disposal
• Hazardous Waste
• Waste Streams
• Disposing of Medicines
• Hazardous Waste Bags
• Anatomical Waste
• Non-Hazardous Waste

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Infection Prevention and Control: Level 2 Course free course certificate.

Who is this for?

Who is this Understanding Infection Prevention and Control: Level 2 training for?

This online course has been written at an intermediate level 2 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes:

• Refresher training
• Inductions
• Awareness
• Knowledge enhancement

It is suitable for the following:

• Health Care workers including Nurses, Doctors, Ambulance services, clinical and non-clinical workers
• Social Care Workers including Councils, Carers and Care assistants
• Youth workers including activity leaders, passenger transport services and volunteers

Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 FAQ

Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 course CPD accredited?

Yes, the Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 course to improve my grade?

Yes, the Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this Infection Prevention and Control (An Understanding) Level 2 course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner’s course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.