Duration: 6-9 Hour Course

Overview

Who is it for? The Level 2 National Award in Infection Control is aimed at anyone needing to develop the underpinning knowledge of how to control the spread of infection in their workplace or home environment. This includes giving an increased understanding of the causes of infections, the conditions in which they thrive and the ways that they can be spread. It also covers suitable methods of cleaning and waste disposal that help prevent the spread of infection, along with the personal protective equipment they can use for their own safety.

Course Objectives By the end of the course the delegates will be able to:

Know common diseases and the chain of infection
Understand standard infection control procedures
Know how to apply standard infection control procedures
Know the correct management of spills
Know how to manage waste correctly
Understand roles and responsibilities in preventing infection

Topics Covered

Common Diseases
Chain of Infection
Spreading of Infections
Direct and Indirect Spread
Infection Control Precautions
PPE
Handwashing
Management of Spills
Management of Waste
Preventing Infections

Assessment

Delegates will be assessed at the end of the course by completing a 30-question multiple-choice examination, the duration of which is 1 hour. Successful delegates must achieve a score of at least 20 out of 30, in order to qualify and receive a certificate.

Progression Progression and further learning routes include:

Level 2 Award in the Prevention and Control of Infection (QCF)
Level 2 and 3 S/NVQs in Health and Social Care
Apprenticeships in Health and Social Care

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