Foundation for Professional Development

Infection Control in the Healthcare Environment

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Short course

Course type

30 hrs

Study time

Online

Mode of learning

27 CPD points

27 Clinical
(70% average required)

Course overview

Infection prevention and control (IPC) is aimed at providing a safe healthcare environment for patients and staff. This 30 hour short course has been developed as a response to improve health outcomes and prevent morbidity, mortality and to decrease healthcare costs and possible litigation.

The course is specially aimed at healthcare workers working in healthcare facilities and in the community. The purpose of the training is to outline a strategic framework to prevent, reduce and control the development of infections including hospital-acquired infections and anti-microbial resistance, by improving patient safety and health outcomes.

After completing the course participants will be able to describe different microorganisms, explain the chain of infection, explain standard precautions for infection prevention and control, understand waste management in healthcare, and discuss environmental controls. The course includes 5 modules and learning is assessed through modular quizzes. The course is accredited for 30 CPD points with the HPCSA. 

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Who is this course for?

South African healthcare workers & healthcare professionals

Required qualification

None

Course level

 Beginner

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Why choose this course?

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers all key concepts and skills, ensuring a deep and thorough understanding of the subject.
  • Expert Developers: Learn from industry leaders and academic experts with years of real-world experience and insight.
  • Flexible Learning Options: Our online courses provide the flexibility and convenience of learning in your own time, from the comfort of your home or office.

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.

580 000+
Students 

27
Years

110
countries

FPD contact info

  shortprog@foundation.co.za
  +27 12345678

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Course Lessons

  • Certificate included

    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.

Course developer 

Prof
Annali Botha
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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Student testimonials

FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
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