Free Level 2 Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Course. Study online, at your own pace, in around 7 weeks. This principles of the prevention and control of infection in health care settings qualification covers how infections spread, how to reduce risk, and how to apply safe practices in health and social care settings. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone who works in health and social care or wants to gain a better understanding of how to control infection in the workplace.
What you will learn
You'll understand how infections are caused and how they spread in care environments.
You'll learn the roles and responsibilities of workers in preventing and controlling infection.
You'll explore the legislation and policies that govern infection control in health care settings.
You'll understand how to use personal protective equipment correctly.
You'll learn about hand hygiene procedures and why they matter.
You'll understand how to handle, store, and dispose of waste safely.
You'll explore how to manage and report infection risks in the workplace.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online through Learning Curve Courses, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is through online questions and written tasks that test your understanding of infection prevention and control principles. You do not need to attend a classroom or sit a formal exam in person.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Learning Curve Courses will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or community care.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care in people's own homes.
Nursing home worker: support residents' daily care and wellbeing.
School or nursery support worker: roles where infection awareness is required.
Cleaning and domestic services (NHS or care): specialist healthcare environment roles.
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.
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 Health and Safety in the Workplace: useful if you want to build on your knowledge of safe working practices across health and social care.
