Infection Control and Prevention

Infection Control and Prevention course will provide a comprehensive understanding of all scientifically accepted infection control standards. The course provides evidenced-based, latest statistical information and various infection control practices that ensure a safe, healthy working environment for both staff and patients in any healthcare setting. The course will also provide appropriate risk management on the COVID-19 virus infection and with this knowledge, they will be fully capable of safely managing infection risks and ensuring everyone’s wellbeing.

Upon completion of this course, the participants should be able to:

1. Explain and gain knowledge of current, evidence-based information on preventing and controlling the spread of infection.
2. Understand the principles of administrative controls and establish exclusion policies from work and patient contact to prevent infections.
3. Understand the role and implement strategies intended to reduce the risk of preventable diseases in the healthcare setting & hazard in the workplace.

This is a course designed for an audience of Health Care Workers in all Multidisciplinary Health Care Hospitals, Centers, Clinics, and Laboratories including Infection Control Practitioner, health care providers, supervisors of health facilities in medical and nursing, as well as to facility administrators.