Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Level 2

Description

Around 300,000 patients develop an infection in England each year while being treated by the NHS. Protecting people from infection is an essential element of providing high quality care, especially considering the capacity some potentially life-threatening infections have to spread within care environments. This Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Level 2 course is the perfect introduction to control of infection.

In a care career? This The Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Level 2 course covers procedures and regulations surrounding infection control, as well as the importance of maintaining a clean environment.  Protecting people from infection is a really important part of providing high-quality care, especially as some life-threatening infections can spread easily within care environments.

In order to provide safe and effective care, infection control and prevention should be part of everyday practice for anyone working in a health and social care environment, regardless of role. This online qualification also forms part of the UK Care certificate.

You will get:

• Accredited qualification awarded by NCFE CACHE 
• Gain a Level 2 qualification
• Offers an adjustable foundation that can lead to different career options depending on the career path you have chosen.
• CV Review and Professional LinkedIn Profile. (Showcase your new qualifications and unique skills).
• Can be fast tracked to complete in 7 weeks

Course Units

The Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Level 2 course is made up of eight units:

• Understand the purpose and principles of infection control and the procedures
• Understand how regulations inform policy and practice
• Understand roles, responsibilities, principles and processes in relation to cleaning, decontamination and waste management
• Understand the role of risk assessments
• Learn the importance of maintaining a clean environment
• Learn the sterilisation process
• Learn how to safely handle laundry
• Learn how to safely handle sharps

Awarding Body

NCFE CACHE is regulated by OFQUAL in England, and recognised by Qualifications Wales and the Council for the Curriculum, Examinations & Assessment in Northern Ireland.

NCFE (formerly the Northern Council for Further Education) is an awarding organisation and registered educational charity providing qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Working in vocational and technical learning, NCFE is responsible for the design, development and certification of a broad range of qualifications and awards that are nationally recognised.

Qualification Number

You can check this is a real qualification on the OFQUAL Qualification Checker / Register here: QAN: 600/9312/2

Course Assessment

Your tutor will provide you with feedback on your work and let you know what needs to be changed in order to finish that unit.

You will receive text reminders when your work is due. Your work will be marked by the course Tutor and returned within 7 days.

Course Outcome

Upon successful completion of this course, Learners will achieve an NCFE CACHE Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Level 2 qualification. Your certificate will be posted out to your home address.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. It is highly recommended that you possess a proficient command of the English language to successfully finish the course.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Aged over 19+ years
• Lived in UK for 3+ years
• Not on any Apprenticeship
• Have valid ID

Duration

7 weeks. The Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Level 2 course is designed to be flexible and fit around your work, family or home life and commitments. All deadlines for your course will be shown in your online course platform once you are enrolled to help keep you on track.

What Next?

Once the NCFE CACHE Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Level 2 course is successfully completed, you could progress onto a Level 3 course. Alternatively, check out our other fully funded courses.

You can also apply for jobs. Above all, this vocational qualification is important to careers in a variety of settings and industries including:

• • Health Visitor (£32,305 – £45,838)
  • Health Promotion Specialist (£21,000 to £40,000)
  • Occupational Health Nurse (salary £24,000 – £45,000)

Support

In addition to a qualified Tutor you get an Upskill Online UK Personal Mentor and an Accountability Coach to keep you motivated and on track to successfully complete the course. Secondly, guidance and support is offered to help plan the next steps in your personal, academic or professional journey. Finally, you will be provided with a Consultation and a tailored roadmap to success. All in all, you get the complete package in one place at Upskill Online UK, where learning is earning for life.

To speak with us about this course, simply complete the enquiry form and we will contact you shortly. Alternatively you can call us on: 02475 314022.