Foundation for Professional Development
Waste Management for Healthcare Facilities
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Short course
Course type
20 hrs
Study time
Online
Mode of learning
23 CPD Points
Clinical
(70% average required)
(70% average required)
Course Overview
The Waste Management for Healthcare Facilities course is a crucial training program tailored specifically for healthcare professionals. Whether you're a healthcare manager, environmental services staff, or a policy maker, this course equips you with the knowledge and tools to handle waste responsibly and effectively. You will need approximately 23 hours to complete this course.
Throughout the course, participants will learn to define and identify different types of healthcare waste, understand the microorganisms and infectious agents typically associated with such waste, and classify these wastes according to WHO principles. This course not only covers the fundamentals but also dives deep into the legal framework that governs the management of healthcare waste, discussing the myriad of laws and regulations that must be adhered to.
As we progress, the course will guide learners through the principles of effective healthcare waste management, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and the challenges faced during implementation, including those brought on by emerging health crises like COVID-19. Particular focus is placed on worker safety, ensuring that all participants can create environments that prioritise the health and safety of their staff.
To ensure understanding and retention of the material, participants will be assessed through multiple-choice questionnaires at the end of each module.
Throughout the course, participants will learn to define and identify different types of healthcare waste, understand the microorganisms and infectious agents typically associated with such waste, and classify these wastes according to WHO principles. This course not only covers the fundamentals but also dives deep into the legal framework that governs the management of healthcare waste, discussing the myriad of laws and regulations that must be adhered to.
As we progress, the course will guide learners through the principles of effective healthcare waste management, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and the challenges faced during implementation, including those brought on by emerging health crises like COVID-19. Particular focus is placed on worker safety, ensuring that all participants can create environments that prioritise the health and safety of their staff.
To ensure understanding and retention of the material, participants will be assessed through multiple-choice questionnaires at the end of each module.
Who is this Course for?
Healthcare Professionals
Required Qualification
None
Course Level
Beginner
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Why choose this course?
Here are the benefits:
- Learn at your own pace, when it suits you.
- Curriculum crafted by industry experts.
- Interactive online experience, including videos and activities.
- Additional resources to enhance your understanding and engagement.
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Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a certificate of completion from the Foundation for Professional Development, a name synonymous with excellence in professional growth.
About the Academic Institution
Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) is a South African Private Institution of Higher Education established in October 1997 by the South African Medical Association and has been registered with the DHET since 2002.
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Course Developer
Annali Botha is an accomplished professional nurse with a distinguished academic and clinical background. She earned her Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral degrees from the University of Pretoria.
Her journey in healthcare began as a critical care nurse at the Steve Biko Hospital (formerly H. F. Verwoerd), where she spearheaded the establishment of a cardiac rehabilitation programme.
Annali devoted over three decades to teaching and research roles at both Unisa and the University of Pretoria. Initially focusing on Critical Care Nursing, her expertise expanded to encompass Community Health and Public Health. As a mentor and advisor, Annali guided numerous Masters and Doctoral students through their research projects. Her impactful contributions to academia culminated in her retirement as a professor in the Department of Health Studies at Unisa in 2019.
Even in retirement, Annali remains deeply engaged in advancing healthcare education, research, and clinical practice. She continues to lend her expertise to designing innovative learning programs, conducting cutting-edge research, and fulfilling clinical duties, underscoring her enduring commitment to the betterment of healthcare systems and patient outcomes.
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