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Infection Prevention & Control (FETAC Level 5)

  • Course Fee: Special Offer price Now only: €249.50
  • Was: €499
  • FETAC Level 5 component Certificate: Infection Prevention & Control (N22816).
  • Distance learning/eLearning home study course leading to a FETAC award.
  • There are no lectures to attend, and all course materials are provided.
  • Students can complete this course within 3 months which is ample time and can start it at any time of the year that is convenient. If students need to extend this period for any reason during or near the end of the course they can request an extension through the college.

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Who should complete this course?

  • Students who wish to gain a FETAC credit in Infection Prevention & Control at Level 5.

Learners who successfully complete this course will:

  • understand what the area of Infection Control means and its
  • importance for every member of the Healthcare team
  • have a better understanding of the basic principles of infection control and be able to apply standard precautions in relation to infection control
  • be aware of the importance of infection prevention and control in providing a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors
  • be aware of healthcare-associated infection
  • understand their own role in the prevention of the spread of infection.

This distance learning, FETAC accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at any convenient place and time, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification.

Students receive a comprehensive Course Manual, Assignments, Efficient Studyguide, and unlimited one-to-one Tutor Support for the course duration. The course documentation for this FETAC certified course is detailed and easy to read. If students require extra time to complete the course they can apply for an extension. Assignments may be emailed or posted  to the College whichever is more convenient.

Topics Covered:

Unit 1: Basic Microbiology

  • micro-organisms
  • the infection process
  • the chain of infection.

Unit 2: Principles of Infection Control: Standard Precautions and Transmission-Based Precautions

  • standard precautions & transmission based precautions
  • personal protective equipment
  • hand hygiene
  • decontamination
  • principles of hygiene
  • terminal cleaning
  • single – use medical devices
  • safe handling of body fluids
  • linen segregation
  • segregation of waste.

Unit 3: Healthcare-Associated Infections

  • healthcare associated infections
  • MRSA
  • NOROVIRUS
  • CLOSTRIDIUM DIFFICLE 
  • blood borne pathogens.

Unit 4: Health Management: Corporate and Individual Responsibility in relation to Infection Prevention and Control

  • the health information and quality authority
  • national standards
  • infection prevention policies
  • role of the infection control team
  • needle and sharps prevention and management
  • first aid management if injury occurs.

Preferred entry level:

  • Level 4 Certificate or Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences.

Programme Entry Requirements:

  • If you take this course by distance learning the course material will be posted to you. You can complete and return assignments/projects which must be typed rather than handwritten either by post or by email.
  • As part of the assessment criteria for this module learners will be required to carry out practical demonstrations, with this in mind learners will need to be involved or be able to identify a work placement where they will be able to carry out these tasks.
    Alternatively if you are unable to find a work placement The Open College can offer learners at no extra cost a half day training course in Dublin or Louth in order to carry out the Skills demonstration assessment as part of this course. Dates and times will be confirmed once learners indicate requirements.

Progression to further Studies:

  • This course leads to a level 5 award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Learners can use this credit towards completing a FETAC Major award in any of the following areas:

    BSMSX

    6

    Supervisory Management Skills

    Major

    3.1.8 Management

    DCHSN

    5

    Nursing Studies

    Major

    6.2.6 Nursing – Allied Skills

    DHSSX

    5

    Health Service Skills

    Major

    6.2.7 Health Care Support

    DHSXX

    5

    Healthcare Support

    Major

    6.2.7 Health Care Support

    BSMSX

    6

    Supervisory Management Skills

    Major

    3.1.8 Management

    DCHSN

    5

    Nursing Studies

    Major

    6.2.6 Nursing – Allied Skills

    DHSSX

    5

    Health Service Skills

    Major

    6.2.7 Health Care Support

    DHSXX

    5

    Healthcare Support

    Major

    6.2.7 Health Care Support

Assessment:

Learner Record 50%
Examination 30%
Skills Demonstration 20%

Learner Record: A personal Learner Record will be completed by each candidate. It will take the form of a workbook which will be completed over a period of time and will be signed off by both the Assessor and the Workplace Line Manager.

Examination: Students will sit a one-hour, multiple-choice examination consisting of 20 questions. They will be required to answer any 15.

Skills Demonstration: Candidates will be observed carrying out a Hand Hygiene related to specific learning outcomes.

Grading:

Pass 50 – 64%
Merit 65 – 79%
Distinction 80 – 100%

Please note all exams will take place at our offices in Dublin or in a location in Louth and will incur a €50.00 examination fee.

Accreditation:

  • Following successful completion you will receive a FETAC Level 5 component Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control (N22816).
  • The Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. The Open College is registered with FETAC to offer programmes leading to FETAC awards in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland. Click here for details of the National Framework of Qualifications.
  • Click here for more detailed Accreditation information.
  • There is a €85.00 registration fee payable to include administration, moderation and FETAC accreditation.

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