INFECTION CONTROL FOR GP PRACTICES
Infection control is one of the Care Quality Commission’s Essential Standards. This course will give staff and clinicians the knowledge and practical skills required to ensure that patients experience care in a clean environment and are protected from acquiring infections.
Course info
Course Name
Infection Control for GP Practices
Onsite price
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Duration
1.5-2 Hours
Group size
Up to 12 delegates (please contact us for more than 12 delegates)
What will I learn?
​The content of this course has been designed to build knowledge and confidence. It will teach you to recognise and treat various illnesses and incidents correctly and efficiently.
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​Topics covered in the Infection Control for GP Practices course:
​​​​Risk factors in GP Practices
Your role in infection control
Infection Control measures
Practical hand hygiene exercise
Asepsis
Handling Waste
Understanding and managing: MRSA, CDI, Norovirus, TB and Influenza
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Pre-requisites
​The practical elements of this course are essential, as they provide you with vital hands-on experience.
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​Assessment and Certification
​You will be continually assessed throughout the course by one of our qualified trainers. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate of attendance, valid for 2 years.
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On-site training room requirements
​It is recommended that the room size should be approximately 20 x 30 feet for a full 12-person course. The room should be large enough to seat all candidates comfortably in a semicircle formation. The floor space in the centre should be clean and uncluttered, as this will be used for the practical parts of the course. The trainer will also require a flip chart, if one is available.
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