INFECTION CONTROL IN HEALTH CARE SETTINGS - LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE (RQF) COURSE
NVQ
Distance
Description
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Type
NVQ Level 2
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Class hours
120h
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Duration
12 Months
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Start date
Different dates available
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
There are many reasons why the prevention and control of infection are important, not least is the legal responsibility with the duty of care for patients and clients. By completing this course, students will increase their awareness and knowledge of infection risks in the healthcare environment and develop skills in minimising risks.
There are four units in this qualification and each looks at different aspects of infection prevention and control, and working in a safe manner. You are required to complete the activities for each unit to gain the qualification.
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About this course
The Infection Control in Health Care Settings - Level 2 (RQF) Certificate Course is designed for those involved in any work associated with the prevention and control of infection. The qualification aims to give everyone the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to the prevention and control of infection.
There is no prior learning knowledge or experience required to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone wishing to learn more about the principles of infection control.
On successful completion of this course students will receive a Level 2 Certificate Qualification listed on the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) with 15 credits.
The Qualification is gained from your coursework so there is no exam to complete. On successful completion of this course students will be awarded a Level 2 Infection Control in Health Care Settings Certificate Qualification.
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Subjects
- Infection
- Risk
- IT
- Contamination
- Healthcare1
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- IT risk
- Infection Control
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Course programme
The Course covers the following Units:-
Unit 1 - Principles of the causes and spread of infection in health care settings (3 Credits)
In this unit learners will know how infection is caused and understand how it can be spread in a health care setting.
Unit 2 - Principles of the importance of personal hygiene and health in the prevention and control of infection in health care settings (2 Credits)
In this unit learners will gain an understanding of the importance of personal hygiene and health in preventing infection in a healthcare setting.
Unit 3 - Principles of decontamination, cleaning and waste management in health care settings (5 Credits)
In this unit learners will understand the importance of cleaning, decontamination and waste management to prevent infection in a healthcare setting.
Unit 4 - Principles of infection prevention and control in a health care setting (5 Credits)
In this unit learners will understand the purpose of infection control. They will also understand the policy, roles and responsibilities relating to infection control.Additional information
2-3 Working Days (Royal Mail Recorderd Delivery)INFECTION CONTROL IN HEALTH CARE SETTINGS - LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE (RQF) COURSE
£ 405 VAT inc. - Accredited
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