Prevention & Control of Infection QCF Level 2

Course Description

There are many people working in a paid or voluntary role who may be at risk of contracting or spreading infection due to the nature of the job they are undertaking. Infection control is essential knowledge for all those working in any hospital, nursing and care setting; in fact it is also often now considered relevant for those working in other types of group settings where there may be similar risks of infection spreading such as prisons, schools and hostels.

There are many reasons why we must try to control the spread of infection, not least because it is our legal responsibility with the duty of care for our patients/clients. The Control of Infection and Contamination Programme is designed to complement the work you carry out in the work place by supporting your practice with underpinning knowledge, whether you are experienced or new to your role.

The aim of this course is to enable students:

• To understand the different causes of infection
• To understand how infections are transmitted
• To outline the possible methods of the control and prevention of cross-infection.

The Distance Learning Prevention & Control of Infection course concentrates on an important aspect of Infection Control. By undertaking and completing this course, you will increase your knowledge of the risk of infection in the healthcare environment and develop your skills in minimising these risks. On successful completion of this course you will gain a qualification in infection control that is mapped to the Skills for Health Infection Control workplace competencies, certificated by a nationally recognised Awarding Body.

Previous Knowledge Required

You do not need any prior learning knowledge or experience to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone who wishes to take part in a highly rewarding home study course, although you would be expected to have a reasonable standard of literacy.

You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with the full support of your Tutor.

Support

You will receive the entire package of course materials in a single dispatch together with dedicated Tutor Support for 12 months.  All assignments are marked by one of our professional Tutors who will offer regular feedback and guide you through your course.

You will be provided with the telephone number for your dedicated Student Support Team who will be available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that you will receive unlimited support for your home study course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.

Assessment

You must successfully complete a series of activities and assessments. Upon verification of the activities, exercises and assignments, a fully nationally recognised qualification listed on the QCF database will be awarded by Ascentis as confirmation that your written work has met all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the programme.  The good news is, there is no final exam.