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Level 2 Infection Prevention and Control Course Online

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Prevention and Control of Infection in Health and Social Care Settings Course. Study online at your own pace. Funding may be available for this course, though fees may apply depending on your circumstances. You'll learn how infections are caused and spread, how personal hygiene and protective equipment reduce risk, and how to manage decontamination and waste safely. The course takes around 12 weeks and covers both workplace and home settings. You'll complete an initial assessment before enrolling to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

An understanding of how to effectively prevent and control the spread of infection is crucial in ensuring that individuals do not unknowingly cause their family, friends, colleagues and any other people that they come into contact with to become unwell.

By completing this course, you will be equipped with a greater understanding of how to prevent and control the spread of infection, both in the workplace and in the home. You will also gain knowledge of how to identify infections, as well as the different types of infection.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements but you must be aged 19+.

Please note: All students will need to complete an Initial Assessment before being enrolled onto the course.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the chain of infection and how infections are caused and spread in healthcare settings.
  • You'll learn the principles of personal hygiene and effective hand washing to reduce infection risk.
  • You'll understand how to use personal protective equipment correctly.
  • You'll learn the principles of decontamination, cleaning, and waste management in healthcare settings.
  • You'll identify different types of infection and how to recognise them.
  • You'll understand how to prevent the spread of infection both at work and at home.

How you will learn

You study online and work through three units covering infection causes, personal hygiene, and decontamination. Learning is self-paced, so you can fit it around your commitments. Assessment is based on the unit content you complete online. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to make sure the course is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

Nottingham College will confirm anything you need before you start. You'll need access to a device with an internet connection to study online.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant. Support people in care homes or in their own homes.
  • Healthcare support worker. Assist clinical staff in hospitals or community settings.
  • Home care worker. Provide personal care and support to people at home.
  • Domiciliary care worker. Deliver care visits and support daily living.
  • Residential support worker. Work with adults or young people in residential settings.
  • Nursing home assistant. Support residents with daily care needs.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Care. A broader qualification covering the full range of skills needed for a career in adult social care. Many employers look for this for permanent care roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care. The next step if you want to move into a senior care or team leader role.
  • Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering. Useful if your care role involves food preparation for the people you support.
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