Overview

This CPD Certified eLearning course has been designed to provide the learner with an understanding of The Care Certificate Standard 15, which covers infection control within the health and social care sector. The course can be undertaken in any order and the learner must successfully pass the knowledge check to gain certification. The Care Certificate eLearning modules are designed to help you demonstrate knowledge and collect evidence required to complete the Care Certificate. These standards are the foundation of knowledge you need before you can work alone with the clients you will be supporting. Some information included in this course has been sourced from Skills for Care.

Aims

By the successful completion of this course, the learner will have gained an understanding and awareness of The Care Certificate Standard 15, which covers infection control within the health and social care sector.

Learning Outcomes

• To gain an understanding of the types of infection
• To gain an understanding of the chain of infection and how to break it
• To gain an understanding of how to prevent the spread of infection
• To gain an understanding of personal protective equipment and waste handling

Who should take this course

This course is designed for those working within the Health and Social Care sector who require certification for The Care Certificate - Standard 15: Infection Prevention and Control.