Level 2 Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Distance Learning

What Modules will you Study?

This introductory course will focus on the principles of the causes and spread of infection in health care settings. Learners will develop an understanding of the chain of infection and examine how infection is caused and the ways in which it can spread.

This qualification aims to help learners to understand:

• the meaning and importance of infection control
• the causes of infections, the conditions in which they thrive and the ways that they can be spread
• methods used to prevent and control the spread of infection.

Where will I learn?

Channelside Campus

How much will this course cost?

Please refer to the College fees policy, for more information please contact Student.Services@furness.ac.uk

What are the entry requirements?

The course is suitable for anyone who already works in a health care setting and wants to develop their understanding of the many causes of, and the spread of infection. There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this course. However, you may find it helpful if you have already achieved a Level 1 or 2 qualification in a health or social care related area.

What opportunities will this lead to?

TBC