Infection Control Essentials in Healthcare Settings

Introduction

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Infection control is a vital component of safe and effective healthcare delivery. This course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practices to minimize the risk of infection transmission within clinical environments. Through clear explanations and practical guidance, participants will gain the confidence to uphold the highest standards of hygiene and safety in their daily work. Whether in hospitals, clinics, or other care settings, mastering infection control is key to protecting both patients and staff.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Define the basic principles of infection control and explain its significance in healthcare settings.
2. Describe the chain of infection and identify practical methods to interrupt it.
3. Apply standard precautions such as hand hygiene, use of PPE, and safe injection practices.
4. Differentiate between contact, droplet, and airborne precautions and know when to apply each.
5. Demonstrate proper procedures for donning and doffing PPE safely.
6. Identify proper techniques for cleaning and disinfecting equipment and patient environments.
7. Explain safe handling and disposal methods for medical waste and sharps.

Main theme

The course is delivered through pre-recorded video clips, designed to be concise and easy to follow. Participants can access the content at their own pace.
Learning will be assessed through a pre- and post-course exam to measure knowledge improvement and understanding of key concepts.
- The materials will be available to watch from 10/10/2025
- Purchase of the course grants you 5 weeks access to all recorded videos.
- Course Language: English

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