UNDERSTANDING MRSA - LEVEL 2 COURSE

NVQ

Distance

£ 320 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    NVQ Level 2

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • Class hours

    80h

  • Duration

    12 Months

  • Start date

    Different dates available

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

The Understanding MRSA – Level 2 Course is designed to give an overview of this important subject and will explore a range of aspects regarding the agents of infection, the transmission of pathogens, infection and control, and much more.

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Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

There is no prior learning knowledge or experience required to take this course, although students do need to be employed within a work environment in order to complete this course.

On successful completion of this course students will receive an accredited Level 2 Certificate Award.

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  • Infection
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Course programme

The course includes the following units:

Unit 1 - Agents of Infection

At the end of this module, you should be able to: Describe the typical structure of bacteria; Explain how bacteria and viruses differ; Understand the conditions needed for the growth of bacteria and viruses; Define what is meant by the term pathogen; Provide examples of common bacterial illnesses and infections; Provide examples of common viral illnesses and infections; Provide examples of other types of pathogens and the illnesses that they may cause; and Understand and explain the terms evolution and mutation in general and with particular reference to MRSA.

Unit 2 - Transmission of Pathogens, Infection and Control

At the end of this module, you should be able to: Describe the different ways that a pathogen may be transmitted; Understand the ways in which pathogens may enter and exit the body; Identify some contagious infections that may be transmitted from animals to humans; Explain how good hand hygiene procedures reduce the risk of infection; Demonstrate the correct six-stage hand wash procedure; Provide examples of when healthcare workers should wash their hands effectively; Describe the personal protective equipment needed to reduce the risk of infection and when it should be used; Describe safe waste handling and disposal procedures that operate within a healthcare organisation; Understand how keeping the environment clean can reduce the risk of infection; List the groups of people that are particularly vulnerable to infection; Identify the person responsible for infection control within your organisation; Understand the infection control policies and procedures within your organisation; and Describe the correct infection control procedures to be followed in the event of the death of a patient.

Unit 3 - Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)

At the end of this module, you should be able to: Understand and describe what MRSA is; Understand what is meant by reservoirs and how these are used by the MRSA bacteria; Describe why MRSA has occurred; Define the term colonisation and how this may lead to clinical infection with MRSA; Explain how to identify the signs of an MRSA infection; Understand why MRSA is a particular problem within healthcare environments; Explain the infection control measures that should be followed in cases of MRSA; State your responsibilities as an employee when dealing with clients/patients with MRSA; Describe how cases of MRSA are identified and reported to the Department of Health.

Additional information

Course Format Paper Based Materials Payment Plan Option Spread the cost over 4 monthly payments. Approximate Self Study Time 80 Hours (Self Study)

UNDERSTANDING MRSA - LEVEL 2 COURSE

£ 320 VAT inc.