Infection Control (Level 3 Diploma)

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • Class hours

    200h

  • Duration

    12 Months

This course is aimed at those who are seeking to establish a career which involves infection control, health care workers, managers involved in care settings, or those who may be carers themselves and wish to understand the principles and practice of infection control.

It is a subject and related activity which is no longer just confined to the hospital or medical domain. Even in our own homes we are now expected to have knowledge of antibacterial products, processes and practices.

Important information

Price for Emagister users: We are offering students a 20% discount this month if you enrol online and pay in full.

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About this course

Key Topics

The Level 3 Infection Control course is divided into ten comprehensive modules:

Module 1: Infection control: past and present
Module 2: Anatomy and physiology relevant to infection control
Module 3: Cause and spread of infection
Module 4: The prevention and control of infection
Module 5: Healthcare associated infection
Modules 6 and 7: Antimicrobial resistance
Module 8: Legislation
Module 9: Risk assessment
Module 10: Collection and transportation of samples in infection control

All Students must be 16 years of age or above. 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 Infection Control 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.

Level 3 Diploma in Infection Control

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  • IT
  • Infection
  • Healthcare

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Course programme

Infection Control (Level 3 Diploma)

How is this course structured?
The Level 3 Infection Control course is divided into ten comprehensive modules:

Module 1 : Infection control: past and present
In this module we will look at the historical origins of infection control and tract the progress of practices to the present day. The module will also explain exactly what is meant by infection control and contextualise it within various settings and environments.

We will also examine the current strategies and plans for the future of infection control and look at how it affects the lives of individuals.

Module 2 : Anatomy and physiology relevant to infection control
Inevitably we must consider anatomy and physiology relevant to how the human body reacts to infection and copes with it. In this module we look at the structure and function of the immune system, together with the pathogenesis of infection.

There will be an opportunity for students to see how different systems within the body react to infection and we will look at the pathways of infection.

Module 3 : Cause and spread of infection
This module looks at what causes infection and how it spreads. In order to understand these concepts better we will be looking at the microscopic structure and function of viruses and bacteria.

Module 4 : The prevention and control of infection
Here we will examine the principles of basic hygiene and personal protection used in infection control. The module will also look at barrier and isolation nursing, together with safe practice within care situations. Accompanying these topics will be the safe disposal of hazardous material and decontamination techniques.

Module 5 : Healthcare associated infection
This module will specifically address infections associated with hospital in patient stays, care home residence and other infection which is typically seen in healthcare environments. Examples such as surgical wound infection, hospital acquired pneumonia and bloodstream infections will be examined in detail, together with the relevant anatomy and physiology.

Modules 6 and 7 : Antimicrobial resistance
In these two modules we look at the historic origins of antibiotics and how they are produced. We will also look at the principles of treatment with antibiotics and some common uses. Some specific infections will be examined in detail such as MRSA, E.Coli, C-difficile, HIV, Salmonella, TB, and others. Within this module there will be a lot of microbiology but all terminology will be explained within the context of the course.

Module 8 : Legislation
There is a mass of legislation within the UK governing infection control practices. In this module we will look at this legislation and how it is interpreted within specific environments and contexts.

We will also look at organisational policies and procedures, together with example roles and responsibilities of individuals.

Module 9 : Risk assessment
Here we look at how to identify hazards and assess the ensuing risks. Then we will look at how the risks are recorded, addressed and reviewed in order to comply with the relevant legislation and codes of practice.

Module 10 : Collection and transportation of samples in infection control
In order to establish whether any infection is present samples must first be collected and analysed. In this module we look at these processes in detail and then relate the outcomes to specific practices


COURSE ASSESSMENT

When you have completed the programme, your tutor needs to verify that you have worked through all parts of any Workbooks, Activities and Exercises successfully.

100% of the final mark is made up of an online multiple choice exam.

Upon verification of the activities, exercises and assignments, you will be awarded your diploma by ABC Awards 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 3 Diploma in Infection Control home study course is £456.25, though for a limited time we are offering you the opportunity to pay only £365 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 £91.25 and then 4 equal payments of £91.25 per month. The first instalment is paid about a month after you receive your course.

Online Version : £365
Online & Paper Version : £430


Additional information

POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS

Adult Nurse, Occupational Health Nurse, Childrens Nurse & District Nurse

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Infection Control (Level 3 Diploma)

£ 365 VAT inc.