Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection (Level 2)
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Course
Distance
Description
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Type
Course
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Level
Intermediate
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Class hours
70h
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Duration
12 Months
This NCFE nationally accredited distance learning qualification in the Control of Infection is designed to increase awareness of the importance of the prevention and control of infection whilst providing you with an appreciation and understanding of current legislation and best practise.
This home study course covers a wide range of topics including the principles of infection prevention and control, the causes and spread of infection and the importance of correct cleaning procedures, decontamination and waste management.
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About this course
Key Topics
The NCFE Level 2 Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection course is divided into manageable units. These are :
Unit 1: Principles of the causes and spread of infection in health care settings
Unit 2: Principles of the importance of personal hygiene and health in the prevention and control of infection in health care settings
Unit 3: Principles of decontamination, cleaning and waste management in health care settings
Unit 4: Principles of infection prevention and control in a health care setting
The good news is that no prior learning knowledge or experience is essential to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone wishing to learn more about Principles of Prevention and Control of Infection and would like to take part in a highly rewarding home study course. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and study further, so we try to keep our entry requirements to a minimum.
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Prevention and Control of Infection
Qualification Code 500/4296/8
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I found the course to be very good and I hope it will allow me to progress in my accounting career. My tutor has been very helpful and gave excellent feedback and encouragement through the duration of the course.
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I have not answered the bottom two points as I have only just finished the course this morning! I feel like I have learnt a lot from the course and from my tutor. She has been a fantastic help both with the assignments and my new business.
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Course rating
Recommended
Centre rating
C T Williams
Laura Cooksey
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Subjects
- Hygiene
- Healthcare
- Infection Control
- Infection
Teachers and trainers (1)
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Support Advisor
Course programme
Prevention and Control of Infection (Level 2 Certificate)
How is the course structured?The NCFE Level 2 Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection course is divided into manageable units. These are :
Unit 1: Principles of the causes and spread of infection in health care settings
Learners will gain an understanding of the chain of infection and look at how infection is caused and how it can spread.
Unit 2: Principles of the importance of personal hygiene and health in the prevention and control of infection in health care settings
This unit explores the importance of personal hygiene and effective hand washing and the principles of using personal protective equipment.
Unit 3: Principles of decontamination, cleaning and waste management in health care settings
Learners will gain an understanding of how important cleaning, decontamination, sterilisation and waste management is within the healthcare setting.
Unit 4: Principles of infection prevention and control in a health care setting
This unit will explain the purpose of infection control and look in detail at the regulations, policies, procedures, risk assessments and roles and responsibilities in relation to infection control.
ASSESSMENT
This course is marked through a process of continuous assessment guided by your tutor following NCFE guidelines. This means that your qualification will be awarded according to your performance on assessments rather than by taking an exam.
Upon verification of the activities, exercises and assignments, a certificate of achievement will be awarded by NCFE, as confirmation that your written work has met all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the programme
COURSE FEES
Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available, therefore any registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you. The enrolment fee for the Level 2 Principles of Prevention and Control of Infection home study course is £412.5, though for a limited time we are offering you the opportunity to pay only £330 which is a 20% discount if you enrol online and pay in full.
You can also opt for our Easy Payment Plan and enrol online today by paying a deposit of £82.5 and then 4 equal payments of £82.5 per month. The first instalment is paid about a month after you receive your course.
A registration fee of £41.00 is due within four weeks of enrolment if you wish to receive an NCFE certificate on successful completion of your course.
Please note that certificates are issued 3 times per year.
Additional information
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Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection (Level 2)