QNUK
Level 2
QN: 603/6401/4
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QNUK Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection (Health and Social Care) (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by QNUK. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 121 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
QNUK
Syllabus Units
4 Units
Guided Hours
121 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Understand how Cleaning, Disinfecting and Sterilising Supports the Prevention and Control of Infection
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand roles and responsibilities in relation to cleaning, disinfecting and sterilising
- Understand the process for decontamination
- Know how to clean, disinfect and sterilise a range of surfaces
- Understand the process of controlling potentially infectious waste
- Understand the safe handling of sharps
2
Understand how to Control the Risk of Infection in Health and Social Care Settings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the principles of legislation, regulations and codes of practice relating to the prevention and control of infection in Health and Social Care settings
- Understand the role of risk assessment in relation to infection control in Health and Social Care settings
- Understand the risks associated with Healthcare Associated Infections (HCAIs)4.
- Understand how to safely handle contaminated laundry in Health and Social Care settings
3
Understand the Cause and Spread of Infection
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand terminology relating to ‘infection
- Know how infections are caused
- Understand the chain of infection
- Know how the chain of infection can be broken
4
Understand the Importance of Personal Health and Hygiene Relating to the Prevention and Control of Infection
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand why maintaining good personal hygiene can reduce the risk of infections spreading
- Understand the importance of effective hand hygiene in reducing the risk of infection
- Understand how personal protective equipment/respiratory protective equipment (PPE/RPE) can help control the risk of infection
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/6401/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- QNUK
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Nov 2020