Infection Control and Prevention

Infection Control and Prevention
Available on: E-Learning & As part of our Mandatory Courses

This comprehensive Infection Control and Prevention course equips healthcare professionals with essential knowledge to prevent and manage infections in clinical settings. Participants learn effective hand hygiene techniques, personal protective equipment protocols, and environmental cleaning practices. The training covers chain of infection principles, antimicrobial resistance, isolation procedures, aseptic techniques, and outbreak management strategies. Professionals will develop confidence in implementing robust infection control measures, maintaining compliance with relevant guidelines, and creating safer environments for vulnerable patients across healthcare settings.

Course Benefits:
  • Reduces healthcare-associated infection rates through improved preventive practices
  • Enhances patient safety through effective infection control measures
  • Develops confidence in managing potential outbreaks professionally
  • Creates safer clinical environments through systematic preventative approaches
CQC Recommendations:
  • Essential for meeting Regulation 12 (Safe Care and Treatment)
  • Supports compliance with infection prevention and control requirements
  • Demonstrates commitment to maintaining safe, clean environments
NICE Guidelines (CG134):
  • Aligns with NICE quality standards on infection prevention and control (QS61)
  • Supports implementation of evidence-based infection control practices
  • Promotes antimicrobial stewardship and resistance prevention strategies
VAAD Certification:
  • CPD Standards Office accredited course exceeding regulatory standards
  • Certificate verification available via our website
  • Certification complies with all relevant healthcare standards
  • Provides documented evidence of professional development


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