CIEH Level 2 Award in Hygiene in Health and Social Care
In the UK over a million people are employed as carers and millions more provide informal care and support for relatives and friends. The Department of Health has drawn up a code of practice acknowledging that everyone involved in care provision needs training to tackle the risk of Health Care Acquired Infection (HCAI).
Who needs this qualification?
All employees in the health and social care sector, including those in the private and voluntary healthcare sectors, to play their part in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Subjects Covered
The qualification covers the following topics:
- Hygiene hazards
- Personal hygiene
- Cleaning
Outcomes
Successful completion of the training programme and assessment will enable candidates to understand the:
- Terminology used in good hygiene practice.
- Relationship of hazard and risk in prioritising action.
- Relevant legislation relating to hygiene practice.
- Concepts of hygiene hazards and infection control.
- Importance of good personal hygiene.
- Need for high standards of cleanliness to help prevent infection.
COURSE INFORMATION
Duration: 3 hours
Assessment: Multiple-choice examination
QCA Accredited: Accreditation being sought
Prerequisite: None
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