Infection Prevention and Control Training (IPC)

This 2-hour workshop has been designed to empower IPC leads, nurses, HCAs, managers, and other clinical staff working in primary care. This workshop addresses critical aspects of IPC, ensuring participants are well-equipped to handle challenges in infection prevention and control within their respective roles.

This engaging session is facilitated by experts with significant hands-on experience in primary care IPC, ensuring a practical and immersive learning experience. As a bonus, we offer a deep dive IPC health check and assessment, encompassing all workshop areas and providing a tailored action plan for implementation. Be prepared for CQC assessments with enhanced knowledge and practical tools from our Infection Prevention and Control Training.

Workshop Outcomes

By the end of this workshop, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of IPC principles and practical skills to navigate key challenges in infection prevention within their clinical roles. The specific objectives include:

• Master IPC Fundamentals.
• Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards related to IPC, fostering preparedness for regulatory assessments.
• Equip IPC leads with the specific roles and responsibilities needed to effectively lead and manage IPC initiatives within their healthcare teams.
• Gain proficiency in conducting audits and implementing change management processes to enhance IPC practices and adapt to evolving healthcare environments.
• Understand and apply operational requirements for IPC, including proper cleaning procedures, waste management, premises maintenance, and other essential operational considerations.

• Recognise the significance of ongoing staff training in IPC and implement strategies to ensure healthcare professionals are well-informed and compliant with IPC protocols.
• Navigate the intersection of employment responsibilities and IPC, understanding the implications for both staff members and organisational compliance.
• Explore the role of occupational health services in supporting IPC measures and enhancing the overall well-being of healthcare professionals.
• Apply gained knowledge and skills to real-life scenarios through case studies and discussions, ensuring practical application and relevance to daily healthcare practices.
• Evaluate and assess IPC practices, utilising the provided IPC health check and assessment to tailor an action plan for implementation and improvement.
• Be well-prepared for CQC assessments by integrating advanced knowledge and practical tools acquired from the IPC Training.

This workshop is designed to equip participants with practical tools and insights, enabling them to navigate challenges in Infection Prevention and Control, ensuring a safe and compliant healthcare environment in their respective roles.