Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) in Healthcare Environments

Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) is a critical part of patient safety and quality healthcare. It helps reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and protects both patients and healthcare workers. Without strong IPC practices, hospitals and clinics become high-risk areas for infection spread.

This training is designed to equip healthcare workers with the knowledge and practical tools needed to apply safe and effective infection control measures. It covers core IPC principles, hygiene practices, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), environmental safety, and outbreak response. With simplified lessons, real examples, and interactive tools, this training prepares teams to implement international IPC standards effectively in any healthcare setting.

Section 1: Introduction to IPC

• What is infection prevention and control?
• Why IPC matters for patient safety.
• Common healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
• Global guidelines and standards.

Section 2: Understanding Infection Transmission

• Modes of transmission: contact, droplet, airborne.
• Chain of infection.
• Factors increasing infection risk in hospitals.

Section 3: Standard Precautions in Daily Practice

• Hand hygiene: steps and timing.
• Respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette.
• Safe injection practices.
• Proper cleaning of medical equipment.

Section 4: Transmission-Based Precautions

• Contact, droplet, and airborne precautions.
• Isolation room procedures.
• Managing exposure and preventing cross-contamination.

Section 5: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Types of PPE and when to use them.
• Correct steps for putting on and removing PPE.
• Disposal and re-use guidelines.
• Common mistakes to avoid.

Section 6: Environmental Hygiene

• Cleaning and disinfection protocols.
• Zoning in hospital wards.
• Waste segregation and safe disposal.
• Managing linen and reusable items.

Section 7: Outbreak Preparedness and Response

• Recognizing early signs of outbreaks.
• Contact tracing and reporting.
• Staff protection during pandemics.
• Communication with patients and families.

Upon successful completion of this training course, delegates will be awarded a Holistique Training Certificate of Completion. For those who attend and complete the online training course, a Holistique Training e-Certificate will be provided.

Holistique Training Certificates are accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC) and The CPD Certification Service (CPD), and are certified under ISO 9001, ISO 21001, and ISO 29993 standards.

CPD credits for this course are granted by our Certificates and will be reflected on the Holistique Training Certificate of Completion. In accordance with the standards of The CPD Certification Service, one CPD credit is awarded per hour of course attendance. A maximum of 50 CPD credits can be claimed for any single course we currently offer.