Certificate in Infection Control Compliance Standards and Guidelines
-- viewing nowThe Certificate in Infection Control Compliance Standards and Guidelines course is a comprehensive program designed to equip learners with the essential skills needed to maintain a safe and infection-free environment in the healthcare industry. This course is vital in the current climate, where infection control is a top priority for healthcare providers worldwide.
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Here are the essential units for a Certificate in Infection Control Compliance Standards and Guidelines:
• Introduction to Infection Control: This unit covers the basics of infection control, including the definition, modes of transmission, and importance of infection prevention and control.
• Compliance Standards and Guidelines: This unit covers the key compliance standards and guidelines that apply to infection control in various settings, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, and OSHA regulations.
• Hand Hygiene: This unit covers the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the spread of infections, as well as the recommended techniques and products for effective hand cleaning and sanitizing.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): This unit covers the different types of PPE used in infection control, such as gloves, masks, and gowns, and the proper procedures for donning, doffing, and disposing of PPE.
• Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection: This unit covers the principles of environmental cleaning and disinfection, including the selection and use of cleaning products, and the importance of proper surface cleaning and disinfection.
• Waste Management: This unit covers the proper handling, transport, and disposal of infectious waste, as well as the regulations and standards that apply to waste management.
• Sharps Safety: This unit covers the risks associated with sharps injuries, and the procedures for safe handling, transport, and disposal of sharps.
• Immunization and Vaccination: This unit covers the importance of immunization and vaccination in preventing the spread of infectious diseases, as well as the recommended vaccines for healthcare workers and the procedures for vaccine administration and tracking.
• Surveillance and Reporting: This unit covers the principles
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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