Infection Prevention and Control + New COVID-19 Module

Infection Prevention and Control is a practical solution, based on a scientific approach, to prevent the harm caused by infection to both patients and health workers. Infections and infectious diseases are a major cause of illness and death. Infectious diseases can spread. As with all illnesses, prevention is better than cure.

Topics Covered

• Pathogenic microorganisms
• Chain of infection
• Consequences of infection
• Factors that increase the risk of infection
• Breaking the chain
• Control measures
• Health and hygiene
• Hand hygiene
• PPE
• Safe handling of waste
• Environmental contamination
• Legislation
• Employers’ and employees’ responsibilities

The COVID-19 Module covers:

• the differences between a virus and bacteria
• how our bodies respond to viruses
• what COVID-19 is
• how the virus spreads
• the symptoms of COVID-19
• how we can protect ourselves
• where to stay informed

Our e-learning is available to use on multiple platforms such as tablets, PCs and laptops. All you need is an internet connection. Learners simply log on to the Learner Management System (LMS) and work their way through the course, along with the scenarios that provide them with real-life context.

Learners are assessed at the end of the course by multiple-choice questions and will receive a Highfield e-learning completion certificate, which is downloadable upon successfully finishing the course.