Care Certificate Standard 15 – Infection Prevention and Control Course
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Care Certificate Standard 15 - Infection Prevention and Control Online Training Overview
This Infection Prevention and Control Level 1 online course will give an overview of prevention and control of healthcare-associated infection, how they are spread, and the impact these infections have on patients and your duty of care.
Duration: 2 Hour CPD Points: 2
What You will learn?
Care Certificate Standard 15 - Infection Prevention and Control Course Learning Objectives
At the end of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Describe and explain the consequences of infection and how infections are spread in a healthcare setting
- Describe the impact of infections on patients and your duty of care to your patients
- Understand how personal protective equipment, hand hygiene, management of blood, body fluids, shares, the environment, and care equipment can help prevent the spread of infection
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Course Content
- Care Certificate Standard 15 -Infection Prevention and Control – Course Introduction
- Introduction
- Overview
- Knowledge Check – How are HCAIs Spread?
- What are HCAIs?
- Common HCAIs
- Use of Antibiotics
- Types of HCAIs
- How HCAIs Spread
- Illnesses Cause by HCAIs
- Patient Experiences
- Knowledge Check – Who is Responsible?
- Appearance and Hygiene
- Duty of Care
- Caring for Your Health
- Bloodborne Viruses
- Skin Condition
- Are You Fit to Work
- Prevent the Spread
- Managing Infection Prevention and Control
- The Chain of Infection
- Knowledge Check – Chain of Infection
- Standard Principles
- Types of Hand Cleaning
- Proper Hand Hygiene
- Using Alcohol-Based Handrubs
- Hand Washing
- Knowledge Check – Hand Hygiene
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Types of Gloves
- Types of Aprons
- Face Protection
- Knowledge Check – Gloves
- Responsibilities
- Managing the Environment
- Knowledge Check – Dust Danger
- Cleaning Schedules
- Storing Cleaning Equipment
- National Colour Scheme for Cleaning Materials
- Blood and Body Fluid Spillage
- Spillage Kits
- Safe Handling and Disposal
- Types of Sharps
- Sharps Disposal Containers
- Sharps Injuries
- Handling Linen
- Linen Classification
- Separating Linen
- Safe Linen Handling
- Healthcare Waste Disposal
- Hazardous Waste
- Waste Streams
- Disposing of Medicines
- Hazardous Waste Bags
- Anatomical Waste
- Non-Hazardous Waste
Who is this for?
Who is this Infection Prevention and Control training course for?
This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes
- Refresher training
- Inductions
- Awareness
- Knowledge enhancement
- Care Certificate
Care Certificate Standard 15 – Infection Prevention and Control Training: Who Is It For?
The Care Certificate Standard 15 – Infection Prevention and Control training course in the UK is specifically targeted towards individuals working in healthcare and social care settings who play a critical role in preventing the spread of infections and ensuring a safe environment for service users and colleagues. This course is essential for a diverse range of professionals who are responsible for implementing effective infection control measures. Key participants who would greatly benefit from this course include:
Healthcare Workers: Including nurses, doctors, healthcare assistants, and therapists who provide direct care to patients and are at the forefront of infection prevention and control practices.
Care Home Staff: Those working in residential care homes and nursing homes who support elderly residents, individuals with disabilities, or others in a vulnerable state and require knowledge of infection prevention protocols.
Community Healthcare Workers: Professionals providing care in patients’ homes, such as district nurses or community health visitors, who need to maintain infection control standards outside of healthcare facilities.
Domiciliary Care Workers: Individuals delivering personal care and support in clients’ homes, who must adhere to infection prevention practices to minimize the risk of spreading infections between clients.
Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians: First responders and ambulance staff who come into contact with infectious agents while providing emergency medical care and transportation.
Caregivers for Vulnerable Populations: Those working with children, elderly individuals, individuals with disabilities, or individuals with compromised immune systems who are at a higher risk of infections and require careful infection control measures.
Support Staff and Janitorial Services: Individuals responsible for cleaning and maintaining healthcare facilities, including hospitals, care homes, and clinics, to ensure a clean and hygienic environment that supports infection prevention efforts.
Participants of the Care Certificate Standard 15 – Infection Prevention and Control training course will gain knowledge on topics such as the chain of infection, standard precautions, hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE), environmental cleaning, waste management, and outbreak management. By completing this training, participants will be equipped with the necessary skills to identify infection risks, implement control measures, and promote a culture of infection prevention within their workplace.
This course is essential for empowering healthcare and social care professionals to protect themselves, service users, and colleagues from the risks of acquiring and transmitting infections. By adhering to best practices in infection prevention and control, participants contribute to creating a safe and hygienic environment that supports the well-being and recovery of those in their care.
In summary, the Care Certificate Standard 15 – Infection Prevention and Control training course is vital for healthcare workers, care home staff, community healthcare workers, domiciliary care workers, paramedics, caregivers for vulnerable populations, support staff, and janitorial services working within healthcare and social care settings in the UK. By engaging in this training, participants play a pivotal role in safeguarding the health and safety of individuals under their care and promoting a culture of infection prevention within their workplace.
Care Certificate Standard 15 – Infection Prevention and Control FAQ
Care Certificate Standard 15 – Infection Prevention and Control Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, the Care Certificate Standard 15 – Infection Prevention and Control course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.
Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited Care Certificate Standard 15 – Infection Prevention and Control course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.
Yes, the Care Certificate Standard 15 – Infection Prevention and Control course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes
Yes, the Care Certificate Standard 15 – Infection Prevention and Control will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.
We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner's course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.
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