Introduction to Healthcare: Infection Control
Overview
This course is part of a series: Introduction to Healthcare. This two-part module covers Infection Control and provides a general introduction to Microbiology in Part 1 and Asepsis in Part 2. It is intended for entry -level healthcare workers, public health professionals and volunteers in any healthcare setting.
The course delivery strategy includes video presentation and powerpoint material. The module has a MCQ assessment after each part
This Activity for
- Other health care provider
- Respiratory Therapy
- Psychology
- Podiatry
- Physiotherapy
- Optometry
- Clinical Nutrition
- Nursing and Midwifery
- Dentistry and Related Specialties
- Resident / Fellow
- Physician
- Pharmacy
- Occupational Therapy
- Clinical Laboratory Sciences
- Non Health Care Provider
- Healthcare & Hospital Administration
- Health Education
- Health Informatics
- Speech-Language Pathology
What I will learn?
By the end of this course, the student should be able to:
1.Identify the goals of infection control.
2.Understand the history of microbiology.
3.Differentiate between bacteria, viruses, fungi, rickettsia and protozoa.
4.Classify bacteria according to their shape – cocci, rods and spirals.
5.Understand basic methods to identify bacteria in the laboratory.
6.Define asepsis and types of asespsis.
7.Understand the chain of infection and how to break the chain.
8.Understand the standard precautions for healthcare professionals.
9.Compare disinfectant, antiseptic and sterilization.
10.Identify the disease risks to healthcare professionals.
About Organizer
- Virtual Medical Academy
Additional items to the activity
| Optional Details | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Healthcare: Infection Control Certificate | Certificate | Free |