An understanding of how to effectively prevent and control the spread of infection is crucial in ensuring that individuals do not unknowingly cause their family, friends, colleagues and any other people that they come into contact with to become unwell.
By completing this course, you will be equipped with a greater understanding of how to prevent and control the spread of infection, both in the workplace and in the home. You will also gain knowledge of how to identify infections, as well as the different types of infection.
Course content:
Section 1: Introduction to infection control
Section 2: Identifying infections
Section 3: How to reduce the risk of infection in the workplace and the home
Section 4: The importance of hand washing
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