Infection Prevention and Control (Level 2)

Introduction

The Infection Prevention and Control (Level 2) course at DeGesh School of Entrepreneurship is a short professional course designed to help learners understand how infections spread and how they can be prevented in workplaces, learning environments, health and social care settings, childcare, hospitality, community services and everyday practice.

Building on DeGesh School of Entrepreneurship’s commitment to practical, workplace-focused professional development, this course introduces learners to the key principles of infection prevention and control, including hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, safe cleaning, waste disposal, respiratory hygiene, safe handling of body fluids, and the importance of reporting infection risks.

The course is suitable for adults, employees, support workers, volunteers, carers, childcare workers, hospitality staff, cleaners, education support staff, and learners preparing for roles where hygiene, safety and duty of care are important. It supports learners to recognise infection risks, follow safe procedures, protect themselves and others, and contribute to safer working and learning environments.

At Level 2, learners are expected to develop a stronger understanding of infection control responsibilities and apply this knowledge to realistic workplace situations. The course does not replace specialist clinical training or employer-specific infection control policies, but it provides essential awareness and practical knowledge for reducing the risk of infection and promoting good health and safety practice.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the meaning and importance of infection prevention and control in workplace, learning, care and community settings.
• Explain how infections can spread through direct contact, indirect contact, body fluids, contaminated surfaces, respiratory droplets and poor hygiene practice.
• Identify common sources of infection, including people, equipment, surfaces, waste, bodily fluids, food handling areas and shared facilities.
• Understand the chain of infection and explain how breaking the chain can reduce the risk of infection transmission.
• Demonstrate awareness of effective hand hygiene, including when hands should be washed or sanitised and why hand hygiene is one of the most important infection-control measures.
• Understand the purpose and correct use of personal protective equipment, including gloves, aprons, face coverings and eye protection where required.
• Recognise the importance of respiratory hygiene, including covering coughs and sneezes, disposing of tissues safely and staying away from others when infectious.
• Explain safe procedures for cleaning and disinfecting equipment, surfaces and work areas to reduce contamination.

Admission Session

Admission for the Infection Prevention and Control (Level 2) course is open throughout the year. Learners may enrol during available intake periods, subject to course schedule, trainer availability, and minimum learner numbers. Flexible study options may be available, including online, classroom-based, or blended delivery, depending on learner needs and institutional arrangements.

Course Assessment

Assessment for this course is designed to check learners’ understanding of basic first aid principles and their ability to respond appropriately to common emergency situations. Assessment method contains quizzes where practical demonstrations and case scenarios are examined.

Learners are expected to engage with the course content, participate in learning activities, and demonstrate awareness of safe and responsible first aid practice.

Fee

The course fee is £10. Payment must be completed according to the school’s fee policy before the commencement of the course.