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Compliance & Risk

Infection Control CPD Certified Online Course

Duration60 minutes
LevelIntermediate
AccessLearn online at your own pace
Course content7 modules
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About this course

What the Infection Control course covers

Everything in Infection Control is delivered online and on demand - no classroom, no cohort, no waiting list. There are 7 modules to work through, and most people give it 60 minutes in total. The pace is entirely yours: sit it in an afternoon or spread it over a month.

Expect to cover The course structure, The different microorganisms, How bacteria are transmitted and The Chain of Infection. Another 3 modules follow, and the Modules tab lists every one of them.

The provider grades it intermediate, so it moves through the fundamentals quickly rather than teaching them. We list 98 Compliance & Risk courses, of which 46 sit at Intermediate. Its study time is about mid-range for the subject. CPD accreditation is included, so the training evidences itself for an appraisal or an inspection.

Worth knowing before you buy: It is not an awareness course: if the subject is completely new to you, something introductory will be better value.

Buyer guide

Is this the right course for you?

Best fit

Infection Control is a sensible shortlist choice when you want a structured route through the published syllabus rather than a general overview of the whole subject. Its 7-module plan starts with The course structure and The different microorganisms, which gives you a clear indication of the assumed starting point. That shape is likely to be most useful for managers, supervisors and the person who ends up owning compliance whose training need matches those topics. It is a weaker fit if you only need one isolated skill, or if an employer has specified a different standard, awarding body or practical assessment. Before buying, compare that requirement with the final modules on The control and prevention of infection and Cleaning & Decontamination as well as the course title.

How to use the syllabus

Treat the module list as a study plan, not just a contents page. Begin with The course structure and The different microorganisms and note any terms or processes you need to revisit. Around the middle, How bacteria are transmitted acts as a useful checkpoint: if you can explain that material without looking back, move on; if not, repeat the preceding section before adding more. The later work on The control and prevention of infection and Cleaning & Decontamination is where you can test whether the earlier ideas connect. After each block, write a short example from your own work or a realistic scenario. That simple retrieval step makes self-paced learning more useful than clicking straight through to completion.

Check before enrolling

The listed study time is 60 minutes; reserve more time if the subject is new to you or you plan to make detailed notes. No fixed access period is stated in the validated course facts; ask us before enrolling if a deadline matters to your plans. A downloadable or printable completion certificate is described, but it records course completion rather than replacing a regulated qualification. The course carries a CPD accreditation reference; still check that your employer or professional body accepts this exact course for the purpose you have in mind.

Full course details from the training provider

Infection Control Online Course

CPD Approved

Course Description

Infection prevention and control measures aim to ensure the protection of those who might be vulnerable to acquiring an infection…. Ok, but why is this important?

Well, every year at least 300,000 people develop a Health Care-Associated Infection. This has a huge impact on the patient, the staff and the institution it occurs in. Whereas if there are good infection prevention and control, patients will have better health and more independence.

This course will start by defining infection prevention and control and explaining the impact of good and bad infection control. It then goes into detail about, the legislation that applies to infection control, the different types of microorganisms, how bacteria are transmitted, the chain of infection, and much more.

DEMO VIDEO

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: The course structure
Module 2: Infection prevention and control, and the impact of infection
Module 3: The different microorganisms
Module 4: How bacteria are transmitted
Module 5: The Chain of Infection
Module 6: The control and prevention of infection
Module 7: Cleaning & Decontamination

Duration: 
60 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).

Recommended System Requirements

  • Browser: Up to date web browser
  • Video: Up to date video drivers
  • Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
  • Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

What is the structure of the course?
The course is broken down into bite-sized modules. You’re free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each section, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

Where / when can I study the course?
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web-based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers and most tablet devices etc. so you can even study while on the move! As long as you have access to the internet, you should be able to study anywhere that’s convenient.

Is there a test at the end of the course?
Once you have completed all the modules there is a multiple-choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken at the time and location of your choosing.

What if I don’t pass the test?
If you don’t pass the test first time then you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

Certificate of Completion: Upon completion of your training course, you will receive a CPD Certified Certificate of Completion displaying your full name, course completed as well as the date of completion. You can print this out or save it digitally to showcase your accomplishment.

When will I receive my certificate?
Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it.

What you will learn

Learning outcomes

  • Module 1: The course structure
  • Module 2: Infection prevention and control, and the impact of infection
  • Module 3: The different microorganisms
  • Module 4: How bacteria are transmitted
  • Module 5: The Chain of Infection
  • Module 6: The control and prevention of infection
  • Module 7: Cleaning & Decontamination
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