Infection Prevention and Control

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Duration

1 Month

Pedagogy

Online

Infection Prevention and Control

The course explores the chain of infection, standard and transmission-based precautions, environmental hygiene, and effective waste management. Learners will gain an understanding of hand hygiene practices, personal protective equipment (PPE), and sterilization techniques. It emphasizes evidence-based infection control measures and national/international guidelines. Special focus is placed on preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and managing outbreaks. Students will also learn how to educate patients, families, and staff on safe infection control practices. This qualification helps enhance patient safety and improve healthcare quality standards.

The course will commence in the first week of November.

 

Accreditation

All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.

Entry requirement

There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be an added advantage to understanding the content of the course.

The certificate is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and get updated on current ideas in their respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience:

  • Infection Control Officer
  • Infection Prevention Nurse
  • Healthcare Assistant
  • Public Health Worker
  • Hospital Hygiene Specialist
  • Environmental Health Officer
  • Community Health Worker
  • Occupational Health Assistant
  • Clinical Support Worker
  • Patient Safety Coordinator

 

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What you'll learn

Module 1

Infection Prevention And Control

The Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control equips learners with the knowledge and skills to reduce the risk of infections in healthcare and community settings. It covers principles of microbiology, modes of transmission, and evidence-based practices to prevent infection. Students explore hygiene protocols, sterilization, waste management, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE). The course emphasizes outbreak management, surveillance, and the role of staff in maintaining safe environments. Practical scenarios develop critical thinking for applying policies and guidelines in real-life contexts. Graduates will be able to safeguard patient, staff, and community health through effective infection control measures.

3 Lectures

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