Course Description
Infection Prevention and Control QQI Level 5 Online
Forus Training
Are you interested in learning about Infection Prevention and Control? Forus Training’s Level 5 Infection Prevention and Control course is starting on October 7th 2021.
Register today to receive this valuable QQI accredited qualification. This 7 week course will give you the skills to prevent and control infection within the health services area. The course will be delivered through a blend of virtual sessions and self directed learning allowing you to learn at your own pace without compromising on vital trainer support.
Throughout this programme, you will discover how to;
- Explain the basic principles of infection and the application of standard precautions in relation to infection control, to include the significance of an Area of Infection Control
- Summarise the various types of micro organisms, the elements required for the growth, spread and subsequent infection process, to include direct and indirect contact, knowledge of the chain of infection and the need for vigilance and safe practice at all times
- Discuss the role and functions of the local infection control team members, to include local policy in relation to dress, staff health and travel associated infections
- Differentiate between social hand hygiene, antiseptic hand hygiene and surgical hand hygiene to include the correct use of alcohol hand gels and the need for good personal skin care and efficient hand washing
- Apply appropriate management of blood and body fluid spillages, to include policies for dealing with clean and soiled linen, the disposal of sharps and the correct management following inoculation, injury or accidental exposure to blood and body fluids.
Assessment
The course 5N3734 Infection Prevention and Control is assessed in the following ways, with the following weighting;
- Learner Record 20%
- Skills Demonstration 40%
- Examination 40% of marks.
Leaner Record
A learner record is the learner’s self-reported and self-reflective record in which he/she describes specific learning experiences, activities, responses and skills acquired.
Skills Demonstration
A skills demonstration is used to assess a wide range of practical based learning outcomes including practical skills and knowledge. A skills demonstration will require the learner to complete a task or series of tasks that demonstrate a range of skills.
Examination
An examination provides a means of assessing a learner’s ability to recall and apply knowledge, skills and understanding within a set period of time and under clearly specified conditions.A theory-based examination assesses the ability to recall, apply and understand specific theory and knowledge
Tutor Support
At Forus Training, we have many different supports available for your learning.
Learner Pack
- When you enrol on a course, you will receive a printed learner pack from your trainer on the first session of the event.
- This learner pack contains clear assessment instructions and comprehensive material to support you as you complete the course.
- The pack will also include induction information as well as forms that you will complete during and at the end of your course.
Trainer Support
- The trainer provides support to learners, including issuing feedback on draft work you will submit. Expect to wait up to 72 hours for a response by email from your trainer. Many of our trainers have full time jobs as well as training with us this means they will have up-to-date sector specific information, but also means that you need to allow a little time for them to get back to you. Our trainers are current with practice in the sector in which they work.
- Trainers can, by appointment, make time available to you before or after class to answer your queries that cannot be covered in the session. They can also make an appointment with you to discuss your work on a telephone call.
Westmeath, UK
| Course Code | 5N3734 |
| College Name | Forus Training |
| Course Category | Health & Safety |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Course Location | Westmeath, UK |
| Course Start Date | 7th October 2021 |
| Course End Date | 25th November 2021 |
| Course Fee | 250 |
| Course Duration | 7 weeks |
| Course Times | The course is accessible online, with a mixture of virtual sessions and self directed learning. Tutor support is provided throughout the course. |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Title of Awarding | Infection Prevention and Control |
| Entry Requirements | This course is open to anyone interested in doing it provided you fulfil some or one of the following criteria. Have completed the Leaving Certificate. and/or You may also be eligible if you have relevant life and work experience, in this case you may need to speak to the tutor and discuss your previous work experience or furnish the tutor with a CV and work references. |
| Career Path | This course leads to an award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Students who successfully complete this programme may use their credits towards completing a higher level of study in the area of Health and Social Care. Students who successfully complete this Major Award can also use the Certificate as the basis for entry into selected courses in Third Level Colleges and Universities. |
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