Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings

Online Course

Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings

This qualification is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for effectively addressing infections in hospital and healthcare environments. It aims to enhance your understanding of the various sources of infection, their modes of transmission, and strategies for infection control.

Join us for an engaging learning experience that will help you take your first steps into understanding the importance of preventive measures in health care settings.

Who is this programme for?

Aged 19+ – no maximum age limit
Have the right to live and work in the UK
Have been a British/EU citizen for the last 3 years

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Overview

Course Level

Level 2

Duration

Up to 12 weeks

Sector

Health & Social Care

Learning method

Online

Location

Remote

Cost

Fully funded

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Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings

Overview

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of preventive measures and adherence to best practices in infection control has never been more critical. This course will comprehensively cover topics such as infection prevention and control within the realm of health and social care, the causes and modes of infection transmission, as well as the infection control procedures specific to healthcare settings.

Modules

What will I learn?

Module 1

Principles of the causes and spread of infection in healthcare settings

Module 2

Principles of the importance of personal hygiene and health in the prevention and control of infection in healthcare settings

Module 3

Principles of decontamination, cleaning and waste management in healthcare settings

Module 4

Principles of infection prevention and control in a healthcare setting

Frequently asked questions

For learners

If you meet the eligibility criteria our online courses are offered fully-funded. There are no hidden costs.

You must be aged 19+ and live in a non-devolved region in England. Our team will complete a full eligibility check prior your enrolment. Our level 3 online courses are fully-funded if you are: 19 or over and do not already have a level 3 qualification; or already have a level 3 qualification or higher but earn below the National Living Wage annually (£20,319 from April 2023); or already have a level 3 qualification or higher but are unemployed.

Enrolling is a straightforward process. Simply find the courses you are interested in, select ‘apply now’, and fill out the necessary information. Our team will then be in touch to guide you through the onboarding process, ensuring a smooth transition into our online learning platform.

Learning is flexible and completed via our online learning platform that allows learners to access self-paced learning anywhere and at any time. Our level 2 online courses take an average of 8 weeks to complete. Learning is completed at the learner’s pace, so they can be completed quicker or take more time if preferred.

Learners receive a full introduction to their course and our support team is also available to address any queries or concerns throughout the learning journey. Our platform tracks progress and provides notifications for assignment submission and marking feedback.

For employers

Our online courses are offered fully-funded to eligible employees. There are no hidden costs.

Employees must be aged 19+ and live in a non-devolved region in England. Our team will complete a full eligibility check prior your enrolment. Our level 3 online courses are fully-funded for: employees 19 or over who do not already have a level 3 qualification; or already have a level 3 qualification or higher and earn below the National Living Wage annually (£20,319 from April 2023); or already have a level 3 qualification or higher but are unemployed.

Enrolling employees is a straightforward process. For a single employee simply find the courses you are interested in, select ‘apply now’, and fill out the necessary information. For multiple employees please contact us via our contact form. Our team will then be in touch to guide you through the onboarding process, ensuring a smooth transition for your employees into our online learning platform.

We provide comprehensive support and tracking mechanisms to monitor your employees’ progress. Learners receive a full introduction to their course and our support team is also available to address any queries or concerns throughout the learning journey. Our platform tracks progress and provides notifications for assignment submission and marking feedback.