Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) - Level 1: Safe Care Starts with You
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Seminar Description
The online course "Infection Prevention and Control Level 1" provides useful knowledge in the field of healthcare, focusing on infection prevention and compliance with the relevant EU and Cyprus legislation. Through training, participants acquire the necessary skills to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and implement best hygiene practices. Suitable for healthcare professionals, the course aims to promote a safer working environment.
What You Will Learn
- Describe the legislation of the European Union and the Republic of Cyprus governing the prevention and control of infections.
- Recognize your role in preventing the transmission of infections in healthcare settings.
- Practice basic precautions for infection prevention and control.
- Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) correctly, in accordance with applicable guidelines.
- Safely manage biological hazard exposure incidents.
Seminar Duration
The seminar has a total duration of 5 hours and is available in an asynchronous training format (self-paced learning), allowing participants to complete the training at any time and from any location, with complete flexibility and according to their personal schedule.
Certification
Certification in the “Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) - Level 1: Safe Care Starts with You” course helps to document the compliance of healthcare organizations with recognized quality and patient safety standards. In addition, it can be an important evidence during quality inspections and accreditation processes conducted by internationally recognized organizations, such as CHKS and Accreditation Canada.
Who is it for?
The educational program is aimed at all healthcare professionals, as well as clinical and support staff working in hospitals, clinics, health centers and other healthcare service delivery structures, where infection prevention and control are an integral part of daily professional practice.