Free Level 2 Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Course. Study online. You can work through the material at your own pace, fitting study around your other commitments. The course covers how infections spread, the chain of infection, personal hygiene, decontamination, and waste management in care settings. It also supports Standard 15 of the Care Certificate. The course typically takes 10 weeks. Completing this free principles of the prevention and control of infection in health care settings course earns you the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings.
Who this course is for
Our Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings course will protect you and others from the spread of infection. It will support reducing infectious disease transmission, ensuring people stay healthy, in any caring environment. Prevention and management of infection control is the responsibility of all who care for others. If you work in a Health and Social Care setting, completion of this course will help you achieve Standard 15 in the Care Certificate - “Infection Control".
Entry requirements
Aged 19+ as of 31st August 2024. Lived in the EU for 3 years. Available fully funded. Do not hold the same qualification.
What you will learn
You'll explain the causes of infection and the conditions in which infections thrive.
You'll describe how infections spread and how the chain of infection can be broken.
You'll apply principles of personal hygiene and health to prevent and control infection.
You'll understand decontamination, cleaning methods, and safe waste management in care settings.
You'll identify practical strategies for minimising infection risks in health and social care environments.
You'll recognise your responsibilities for infection prevention and control in a caring role.
How you will learn
There are no exams. You'll complete assessment activities across four units that demonstrate your knowledge and understanding. The units cover the causes and spread of infection, personal hygiene, decontamination and waste management, and infection prevention and control in health care settings. All study and assessment takes place online.
What you will need to bring
CT Skills will confirm anything you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supports people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assists clinical staff in hospitals or community care.
Domiciliary care worker: provides personal care in people's own homes.
Residential support worker: works with adults or young people in care homes.
Community health support worker: delivers care and support in community settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care: broadens your knowledge across the wider care sector.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the qualification many care workers pursue to move into senior or supervisory roles.
Level 3 Award in Infection Prevention and Control: a more specialist qualification for those focusing on infection control responsibilities within a health or care setting.
