This 3 hour course provides knowledge on infection control for healthcare workers. It covers topics such as common pathogens like MRSA, C. difficile, and E. coli; methods of transmission; standard precautions; hand hygiene; personal protective equipment; isolation procedures; legislation; and waste management. The course aims to educate staff on preventing and controlling infections according to health and safety standards. Participants will be assessed and receive a certificate upon completion.

1. Infection Control
Course Description:
This is a theory course that aims to provide the delegate with the knowledge and skills required
to control and prevent the transmission of infection and contamination in a care environment
and designed for anyone who works within a healthcare setting.
This course is in line with the standards of Health & Social Care 2010. All personnel working
within a healthcare setting should have a sound knowledge of Infection Control. Preventing
and controlling infections is of significant importance in a health and social care environment.
Infection Control is clearly highlighted within the essential standards making this course an
absolute must for all levels of care staff.
Course Outline:
Introduction to Infection Control
What is an infection (HCAI) / Reasons behind infection control / Barriers to infection / Ways in
which pathogens spread / At risk groups
Micro-Organisms and Disease
Bacteria / Meticillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA ) / Clostridium Difficile (C-Diff ) /
Escherichia Coli
(E-Coli) 0157 / Factors required for multiplication / Viruses / Norovirus / Hepatitis B (HBV)
Reducing the Risk of Infection
Personal hygiene / Hand hygiene (decontamination technique) / Standard Infection Control
Precautions (SICPs) / Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) / Individual Factors
The Law & Guidelines
Different legislation / Reportable diseases and infections / Individuals responsibilities
Cleaning and Disinfection
Management of blood and body fluids / Management of care equipment / Environmental
control / Safe handling and disposal of sharps / Management of healthcare waste / Safe handling
and transport of linen / additional
factors to consider
Isolation
Purpose of isolation / Factors to consider
Course Duration:
3hrs / 6hrs
Assessment:
The trainer will carry out an on-going assessment during the course
Certification:
All delegates will receive a certificate of attendance
Location:
The course can be delivered at locations to suit the client or at one of our training venues
Maximum number of delegates per trainer is 15
Telephone: 0845 468 0870 Web: www.pathwaygroup.co.uk
Pathway College
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Birmingham: 0121 369 0100 Email: caretraining@pathwaygroup.co.uk