1. Module 7: Covid-19 Information And Guidance For Health And Social Care Professionals

    Learning Outcomes After completing this section, you should be able to: Understand the background and nature of COVID-19. Describe how COVID-19 is managed in health and social care settings. Identify the process for reporting notifiable diseases. Recognize important considerations for staff health, vaccination, and infection control.
  2. Module 6: The Code of Practice For Infection Prevention And Control (IPC)

    Learning Outcome By the end of this section, you should be able to: Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Code of Practice for all healthcare and adult social care providers regarding the prevention and control of infections.
  3. Module 3 : Breaking the Chain of Infection

    Upon completing this section, you should be able to: Understand how the chain of infection can be broken Assess an individual’s risk of acquiring or transmitting infection Apply the Hierarchy of Controls in health and care settings to prevent and control infection Recognize the three levels of decontamination and when each is required Identify the significance of alert organisms and conditions that pose infection risks Explain antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and factors contributing to it Describe the principles of antibiotic stewardship and its importance in infection control
  4. Module 1: Introduction

    Upon completion of this section, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of: The aims of infection prevention and control (IPC) training The definition and significance of Healthcare Associated Infections (HCAIs) The meaning and importance of Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICPs) Individual responsibilities under current infection prevention and control legislation How to identify when your personal health or fitness may pose a risk to others The importance of routine staff vaccinations in health and care settings
  5. Module 2: Understanding Infection and Transmission

    Upon completion of this section, you should be able to demonstrate an understanding of: The different ways in which infection can spread How pathogens enter the body The concept of the chain of infection
  6. Brief Description of Infection Prevention and Control

    Learning Objectives Upon completion of this module, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the following key areas: 1. Aim of Infection Prevention and Control Training Understand the purpose and importance of infection prevention and control (IPC) within healthcare and social care environments. Recognize how effective IPC practices protect patients, staff, and the wider community.
  7. Module 07 : CASE STUDIES

    Case Study One Background Bess, a 78-year-old widow, lives with her son and daughter-in-law. She has been diagnosed with dementia and experiences severe hearing loss, which makes communication and understanding information challenging. Her mental capacity fluctuates—some days she can comprehend information more clearly, while on others her understanding is limited, depending on her overall condition and circumstances.
  8. Module 06 : Independent Mental Capacity Advocate (IMCA) Service

    Upon completion of this section, you should be able to demonstrate an understanding of: The purpose and role of the Independent Mental Capacity Advocate (IMCA) service. The organizational responsibilities required to support and implement IMCA procedures effectively.
  9. Module 05 : Consultation and Designated Decision Makers

  10. Module 04 : Making Decisions in a Person’s Best Interests

    Upon completion of this section, you should be able to: Understand the key elements of consultation and development when determining the ‘best interests’ of a person in your care.