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Wednesday 13 December 2017

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This is an all day event.

Times: 09:15 - 16:30

Course Overview

This one day session will provide evidence based advise and understanding regarding infection control and prevention. This will be tailored specifically for both clinical and non-clinical staff working across primary and community care settings. Participants will be able to develop an understanding of micro-organisms, and how they cause disease, as well as identifying their individual role in relation to preventing infections within this unique setting.

Course Content

• Understanding microorganisms
• How microbes cause disease
• Identification of the immune system and how the body protects itself
• Understanding the microbiology of bacteria and their differentiation
• Healthcare Acquired Infection
• Infection prevention and infection control measures - how we can protect our patients/clients
• Increased incidence of infection and outbreak management
• Management of exposure to blood bourne infections
• Safe handling of specimens
• Demonstration of good practice guidelines (NICE guidelines), national initiatives

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If you have any communication or mobility needs that the event organisers need to be aware of please contact them in advance of the course to let them know.