30-Hours Infection Prevention and Control
Credit hours
3
Learn how infections spread and how to stop them, starting with microorganisms and routes of transmission. Units cover PPE and hygiene, infection control in healthcare, home care and community settings, antimicrobial resistance, and outbreak management and surveillance. Legal and ethical considerations are also included, suiting health and care workers in a range of settings.
What you'll cover
- 01Introduction to Infection Prevention and Control
- 02Microorganisms and Modes of Transmission
- 03Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Hygiene Practices
- 04Infection Control in Healthcare Settings
- 05Antimicrobial Stewardship and Resistance
- 06Infection Control in Home Care and Community Settings
- 07Outbreak Management and Surveillance
- 08Legal and Ethical Considerations in Infection Control
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