TQUK Level 2 Award in Prevention and Control of Infection
Qualification reference: 601/3486/0
Level: TQUK Level 2
- Learn about the chain of infection and examine how infection is caused
- Be awarded the TQUK Level 2 Award in Prevention and Control of Infection* – a nationally recognised qualification, regulated by Ofqual in England
- Available to study online via the EQUAL platform
You can study this course from the comfort of your own home; in your own time and at your own pace; with helpful support and encouragement.
Course overview
This qualification is designed to equip you with the knowledge to handle infection outbreaks in hospitals and healthcare settings. It covers the various causes of infections, how they spread, and effective control methods.In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, implementing prevention and control measures through best practices has become crucial. This course will focus on infection prevention and control in health and social care, exploring the causes and spread of infection, as well as healthcare infection control procedures.
Syllabus
Practical training
No practical training is required to complete this course.
Prerequisites
You do not need to have any additional qualifications before studying this course.
Learners should be at least 16 to undertake this qualification.
Level
On successful completion of this course you will achieve TQUK Level 2 Award in Prevention and Control of Infection qualification.
The TQUK Level 2 Award in Prevention and Control of Infection is a regulated qualification. This means it is a nationally recognised qualification, regulated by Ofqual in England.
This qualification will help you gain deeper understanding of good personal hygiene and maintaining a clean environment.
Certification
Successfully complete this course and you will:
- Achieve the TQUK Award in Prevention and Control of Infection* at Level 2
*TQUK registration fee of £33.00 applies
You can complete this course from the comfort of your own home; in your own time and at your own pace; with helpful support and encouragement from our friendly tutors.
At the end of each unit there will be an assignment, which is submitted to your tutor for feedback. To achieve the qualification, you will need to successfully complete all units in the course.
If you have any questions, or would like feedback or encouragement about your course or your studies then you can contact our friendly advisors by phone or email. You can also message your tutor using the in-platform messaging service.
This course is delivered online:
Online study
Your course units can be accessed and your assignments completed via our online learning platform.
You will be able to progress through your course whenever and wherever you wish – all you need is access to the internet, and a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone.
*TQUK registration fee applies – See Level and Qualifications
