About the program
Infection prevention and control is essential for all businesses. They are a set of interventions aimed at preventing the transmission of infections to patients, visitors and staff within health facilities. By understanding the correct steps to take, the risk of their occurrence can be both prevented and controlled. The prevention of infections associated with health care avoids unnecessary illnesses, death, saves money, reduces drugs resistance and is essential to offer a quality of care. Who should take this Course? This training course is suitable for anyone whose working environment and job role exposes them to risk of infection such as healthcare professionals. It may also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about Infection Prevention & Control. The information it provides can help everyone to understand how to work towards a safer working environment for themselves and those around them. Aim of the course By the end of this course, you will understand the Chain of Infection, explain the infection control precautions, understand the differences between viral and bacterial infections, know how to avoid the spread of infection and how select personal protective equipment appropriate to the situation. Certification On successful completion, a customised digital certificate will be issued to you instantly via email on successful completion of the course. This certificate will be personalised with your name, course name and date of completion. This certificate does not have an expiry date.