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Level 2 Award in the Prevention and Control of Infection

Course Overview

An understanding of how to effectively prevent and control the spread of infection is crucial in ensuring that individuals do not unknowingly cause their family, friends, colleagues and any other people that they come into contact with to become unwell.

By completing this course, you will be equipped with a greater understanding of how to prevent and control the spread of infection, both in the workplace and in the home. You will also gain knowledge of how to identify infections, as well as the different types of infection.

Key Information

Course Length
8 to 12 weeks on average

Course Level
Level 2

Awarding Body
NCFE/CACHE

Learning Method(s)
Online materials
Online assessment

For Individuals

Cost and Funding Information

Funded Course
Yes

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This course is split into three manageable units:

Unit 1: Causes and spread of infection (8 questions)

Unit 2: The principles of infection prevention and control (18 questions)

Unit 3: Cleaning, decontamination and waste management (10 questions).