Hand Hygiene – Course Introduction

Course Description:

This course will give an overview of the implications of not using proper hand hygiene, how to perform proper hand hygiene, and when to use proper hand hygiene.

Course Learning Objectives:

At the end of this course, the learner will be able to:

• Identify reasons why hand hygiene is important
• Describe who should be concerned with hand hygiene
• Describe the steps to proper hand hygiene
• Identify the 5 moments for hand hygiene

Target Audience:

Health and social care workers

Course Requirements:

Participants must complete all learning modules and pass the multiple-choice course assessment.

Core Clinical Framework:

This course meets the outcomes of the framework.