This course will introduce you to national and local policies in relation to infection prevention and control and explain employer and employee responsibilities in this area. You will gain an understanding of how procedures and risk assessment can help minimise the risk of an outbreak of infection. You will also gain an understanding of how to use PPE correctly and the importance of good personal hygiene. During the course, you will be asked to complete 6 tasks to achieve your qualification.
Course aim
The aim of this course is to increase your learners understanding of the principles of infection prevention and control in the workplace.
Do I need any particular skills or experience?
By the end of the course I should be able to:
- Identify the legislative/ policy framework and my roles and responsibilities in the prevention and control of infections
- recognise systems and procedures relating to the prevention and control of infections
- appreciate the importance of risk assessment in relation to the prevention and control of infections
- outline the importance of using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the prevention and control of infections
- outline the importance of good personal hygiene in the prevention and control of infections.
What else do I need to know?
- What you need: You will need an internet connection, speakers, a microphone and a webcam so that you can use our video learning platform, Zoom. If you’d like to understand more Zoom please visit: http://bit.ly/ZoomSpec - You will also need access to the internet outside of your sessions. You could do this using a smart phone, tablet, laptop or a desktop computer (at home or through a library etc.). - You will need a personal email address to join the WEA’s digital learning platform, Canvas so that you can receive resources, record your progress and achievement and to work with others and share ideas. If you want to understand more about our digital learning platform please visit: http://bit.ly/WEAonline
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