Level 2 Award in the Prevention and Control of Infection

Understanding how to effectively prevent ad control the spread of infection is crucial, ensuring that individuals do not unknowingly cause their family, friends, colleagues, and any other people that they come into contact with to become unwell.

By completing this course, learners will be equipped with a greater understanding of how to prevent and control the spread of infection in the workplace, which is crucial for any business where work activities could put employers at risk of contracting and passing on an infection.

This course is ideal for anyone who wishes to understand how to prevent and control the spread of infection in both the workplace and their personal life.

Studying via distance learning means you can choose when and where you study. We ensure you get all of the support you need throughout your course in the form of a personal tutor.

This course is available online.

The course is split into three manageable units:

Unit 1: Understand the causes of infection

Unit 2: Understand the transmission of infection

Unit 3: Cleaning, Decontamination, and Waste Management

This course is delivered via distance learning, allowing you to choose when and where you study. You will study with an Ofsted rated outstanding provider.

As a student at Riverside College, you will be at the centre of everything we do. We have a simple ambition: We want you to reach your full potential during your valuable time with us.

We aim to provide t he very best teaching; personal tutors and teachers who really care for you; a wide range of enrichment activities from sport to trips, visits, and student clubs; additional support for those students who require extra help with their studies; a friendly, caring and safe environment with high standards at all times.

We have made significant investments in creating a state of the art vocational facilities. This ensures that you develop skills using the latest technology and equipment essential for today’s job market.