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  • Schedule & Booking
  • Courses
    • Manual Handling
    • Infection Control
    • Assist Clients with Medication
    • First Aid & CPR Courses
    • Fire and Evacution Training
    • PEG & Nasogastric Feeding
    • Advanced Diabetes & Subcutaneous Injection
    • Oral Suctioning
    • Advanced Epilepsy & Midazolam
    • Advanced Bowel Care (Stoma)
    • Wound Care / Infection Control
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    • Nursing Observations
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Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures

 

Nationally Accredited (HLTINF001) OR

Competency Based Training Certificaiton

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Overview

Protecting Health and Preventing the Spread of Infection in Care Environments

Infection prevention and control is a critical responsibility in any health or care setting. The Fundamentals of Infection Control Principles course equips Support Workers with the knowledge and practical skills required to minimize the risk of infection and maintain a safe environment for clients, colleagues, and themselves.

This unit focuses on understanding and applying both standard and transmission-based precautions, identifying infection risks, and responding effectively to infection hazards—ensuring adherence to organizational protocols and national standards.

Participants who successfully complete this training will demonstrate a clear understanding of essential infection control responsibilities and procedures, and the ability to implement them confidently in everyday practice.

Topics Covered

 

• Following standard and additional precautions for infection prevention and control
• Identifying infection hazards and assessing risk in the care environment
• Managing risks associated with specific hazards and exposure
• Correct use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• Hand hygiene, environmental cleanliness, waste management
• Application of transmission-based precautions (contact, droplet, airborne)
• Maintaining safe documentation and incident reporting procedures

Need more information?

Is it Face-to-Face, Online or Combined?

Generally, all courses are 100% face to face - however, if you require a nationally recognised certification there may be an online component - call us to check - 0431 641 497

What is the Cost?

If not requiring an accredited certificate, the course is $85. If needing the nationally acreddited version it's $110, please inquire by calling 0431 641 497. You may book in for this course by clicking HERE.

How do I Book?

For competency based training, you can book in for an upcoming course HERE. Or call us on 0431 641 497 to book in for the nationally accredited version. 

Are you an RTO?

We are a training provider that works in partnership with:

Healthcorp - RTO 91222

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Explain what infection prevention and control is, and apply strategies to prevent the spread of infection
• Identify and apply the nine standard precautions to reduce cross-contamination
• Understand and implement transmission-based precautions based on mode of infection spread
• Recognize their role in promoting a culture of safety and hygiene
• Ensure all documentation, reporting, and policies are followed accurately 

Upcoming Dates

Please call or email us to receive our training schedule.

0431 641 497 | info@icaretraining.com.au

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iCare Training

by

Judy Bartlett

Registered Nurse

Owner and Trainer

 

In partnership w/- HealthCorp (91222)

Contact us

judy@icaretraining.com.au

0431 641 497

 

29 Maud Street, Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast, QLD, 4558