QQI Level 5 (course code: 5N3734)
This course is designed for:
- Professionals working in a healthcare setting
- Those planning a career in a healthcare setting
General Aims:
- Understand what the area of Infection Control means and its importance for every member of the Healthcare team
- Have a better understanding of the basic principles of infection control and be able to apply standard precautions in relation to infection control
- Be aware of the importance of infection prevention and control in providing a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors
- Be aware of healthcare-associated infection
- Understand their role in the prevention of the spread of infection
Overview:
- Basic Microbiology
- Principles of Infection Control: standard Precautions and transmission-based Precautions
- Healthcare-Associated Infections
- Health Management: Corporate and Individual Responsibility in relation to Infection Prevention and Control
Assessment:
The assessment for this course will be split between a theory-based examination and two assignments which will require students to demonstrate their understanding and application of knowledge acquired during their course.
Duration:
The course will be delivered over four days. Students will also be required to carry out work experience and will receive additional support from a nursing tutor in order to successfully complete the course and satisfy the assessment criteria.
Cost:
€250
Certification:
Having successfully completed this course, students will have acheived one of the 8 modules that lead to a QQI level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support 5M4339 and Nursing Studies 5M4325. Infection Prevention and Control 5N3734 is an optional module in the Major Awards 5M4339 and 5M4325.
Related/ Additional Training:
- Safety and Health at Work 5N1794
- Nursing Theory and Practice 5N4325
- Occupational First Aid 5N1207
- Heathcare Support (Major Award) 5M4339
- Nursing Studies ( Major Award) 5M4325
Irish Ambulance Training Institute
