An understanding of how to effectively prevent and control the spread of infection is crucial in ensuring that individuals do not unknowingly cause their family, friends, colleagues, and any other people that they come into contact with, to become unwell.

By completing this course, you will be equipped with a greater understanding of how to prevent and control the spread of infection in the workplace, and this can also be applied in your personal life. You will also gain knowledge of how to identify infections as well as the different types of infection.

This course is ideal for anyone who wishes to gain an understanding of how to prevent and control the spread of infection in both the workplace and their personal life.

What you will study
This course is split into three manageable units:
- Causes and spread of infection
- The principles of infection prevention and control
- Cleaning, decontamination and waste management
Entry Requirements
To qualify for a FREE online learning course, you must:
- be aged 19 years or over
- have lived in the UK for the last three years, or be able to prove your residency status, for example, indefinite leave to remain, settled status or you are an Asylum seeker who has been in the UK for more than 6 months
Assessment

Studying online means you can choose when and where you study. We ensure you get all the support you need throughout your course in the form of a personal Tutor and a Learner Support Advisor.
Duration

12 weeks
Delivery

online
Benefits
Benefits include:
- Fully online course
- Study from anywhere, at any time
- Gain an accredited level 2 qualification
- Nationally recognised
- Access to an e-learning platform
- Perfect for beginners
- No hidden costs
- Study will enhance both personal skills and professional development
- Personal tutors are assigned to each individual learner to ensure they have the necessary support needed to be successful.
- Establish an understanding of infection prevention and control methods

Prevention and Control of Infection - Award