Infection Control Training
Develop essential infection prevention and control knowledge through practical, face-to-face training designed to reduce infection risks, promote safer working practices and protect individuals in the workplace.
About This Course
Our Infection Control training helps learners understand how infections spread and how effective prevention measures can protect staff, service users and the wider community.
First, our experienced trainers introduce the principles of infection prevention and control.
They explain how microorganisms spread and why good hygiene practices play an essential role in reducing infection risks.
Next, learners explore practical ways to prevent cross-contamination, maintain clean environments and follow appropriate workplace procedures.
Throughout the course, participants examine their responsibilities for protecting themselves and others.
In addition, realistic workplace examples encourage learners to identify infection risks and develop safer working practices.
Who Is This Course For?
This course suits employees who need to understand infection prevention and control as part of their everyday responsibilities.
It is particularly relevant to:
● Health and social care workers
● Care home and nursing home employees
● Domiciliary care and support workers
● Healthcare assistants and clinical support staff
● Early years and childcare professionals
● Catering and hospitality employees
● Cleaning and facilities management staff
● Workplace supervisors and managers
The training also supports new employees who need to develop essential infection control knowledge. Furthermore, experienced staff can use the course to refresh their understanding of safe working practices.
What Will You Learn?
During the course, learners explore the following essential areas:
● Understanding infection prevention and control
● Recognising common types of microorganisms
● Understanding how infections develop and spread
● Exploring the chain of infectionIdentifying routes of transmission and cross-contamination
● Applying effective hand hygiene techniques
● Understanding standard infection control precautions
● Recognising appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
● Maintaining clean and hygienic working environments
● Understanding cleaning and disinfection procedures
● Following safe waste management practices
● Understanding respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette
● Recognising the importance of safe handling of contaminated materials
●Identifying infection risks and applying appropriate precautions
● Understanding workplace infection control policies and procedures
● Recognising signs of infection and reporting concerns appropriately
● Understanding responsibilities during suspected outbreaks
● Promoting a culture of infection prevention and personal responsibility
How Is This Course Delivered?
Learners explore realistic situations and consider how infections can spread through everyday activities.
Where appropriate, trainers demonstrate effective hand hygiene, PPE use and other infection prevention techniques.
In addition, group discussions encourage learners to identify workplace risks and consider how they can improve infection control practices.
We can arrange group training at your workplace or another suitable venue. Before the session, we will confirm the course duration, group size and delivery arrangements.
Assessment and Certification
Throughout the course, our trainers use practical activities, demonstrations and discussions, where appropriate, to support learning and check understanding.
Learners also receive feedback to help strengthen their knowledge and confidence in applying infection prevention measures.
Upon successful completion of the training, each learner will receive a certificate issued by Magpie Training Ltd.
Employers can then use these certificates as evidence of completed staff training. They can also support continuing professional development (CPD) records.
Book Infection Control Training
Help your team reduce infection risks, maintain safer working environments and protect the people they support.
We offer flexible training arrangements for workplace groups. Furthermore, we can tailor the sessions to suit your organisation’s needs.
To discuss available dates, group bookings and course prices, contact Magpie Training today.