Certified Specialist Programme in Hand Hygiene Improvement Strategies
Improve hand hygiene in healthcare with our Certified Specialist Programme, enhancing patient safety and reducing infection rates, learn more today
Hand Hygiene is a critical aspect of infection control in healthcare settings. Improving hand hygiene is essential for preventing the spread of infections and promoting patient safety.
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Why enrol on this course?
Hand Hygiene
is a critical aspect of infection control in healthcare settings.Improving hand hygiene is essential for preventing the spread of infections and promoting patient safety.
This Certified Specialist Programme in Hand Hygiene Improvement Strategies is designed for healthcare professionals who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in implementing effective hand hygiene practices.
Developing and implementing hand hygiene improvement strategies requires a comprehensive understanding of the latest evidence-based guidelines and best practices.
Through this programme, learners will gain the knowledge and confidence to improve hand hygiene compliance and reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections.
Join us to explore the latest strategies and techniques for improving hand hygiene in your healthcare setting.
About this course
Who is this course for?
| Ideal Audience for Certified Specialist Programme in Hand Hygiene Improvement Strategies | Healthcare professionals, particularly those in the UK, who are responsible for implementing hand hygiene improvement strategies in their institutions, such as: |
| NHS trusts and hospitals | Infection prevention and control specialists, infection control nurses, and healthcare managers |
| Staff members in long-term care facilities and community health settings | Individuals who have a significant impact on hand hygiene compliance, such as ward sisters, doctors, and allied health professionals |
| Those who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in hand hygiene improvement strategies, particularly in the context of the UK's National Health Service (NHS) and its guidelines for hand hygiene | Individuals who are committed to improving hand hygiene compliance and reducing healthcare-associated infections in the UK healthcare setting |
Key facts
Through this program, participants will learn about the importance of hand hygiene in preventing healthcare-associated infections, the current challenges and barriers to hand hygiene compliance, and the strategies and interventions that can be implemented to improve hand hygiene practices.
The program covers a range of topics, including the World Health Organization's (WHO) Hand Hygiene Guidelines, the role of leadership and management in promoting hand hygiene, and the use of technology and innovation to support hand hygiene improvement.
Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in hand hygiene improvement strategies, including the ability to assess and improve hand hygiene practices, develop and implement hand hygiene policies and procedures, and evaluate the effectiveness of hand hygiene interventions.
The program is designed to be completed in a short duration of 6-8 months, with a combination of online and in-person training sessions, and is relevant to the healthcare industry as a whole, including hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.
The Certified Specialist Programme in Hand Hygiene Improvement Strategies is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals who want to improve hand hygiene practices and reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections, and is recognized by the International Society for Infectious Diseases (ISID) and the World Health Organization (WHO).
The program is also relevant to the broader healthcare industry, as hand hygiene is a critical component of infection prevention and control, and effective hand hygiene practices are essential for maintaining patient safety and reducing healthcare-associated infections.
The Certified Specialist Programme in Hand Hygiene Improvement Strategies is a unique and valuable resource for healthcare professionals who want to improve hand hygiene practices and reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections, and is a testament to the importance of hand hygiene in preventing infections and promoting patient safety.
Why this course?
| Year | Improvement in Hand Hygiene Compliance |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 45% |
| 2016 | 52% |
| 2017 | 58% |
| 2018 | 63% |
| 2019 | 71% |
Career path
Course information
Duration
The programme is available in 2 duration modes:
- 1 month
- 2 months
Course delivery
Online
Course content
• Hand Hygiene Policy Development
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• Hand Hygiene Audit and Feedback
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• Hand Hygiene Education and Training
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• Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection
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• Hand Hygiene Compliance and Enforcement
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• Hand Hygiene in Specific Settings
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• Hand Hygiene in Emergency Situations
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• Hand Hygiene and Infection Control
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• Hand Hygiene and Patient Safety
Assessment
Assessment is via assignment submission.
Fee structure
The fee for the programme is as follows:
- 1 month — Accelerated mode @ GBP £140
- 2 months — Standard mode @ GBP £90
Accreditation
Who delivers this course
- Qualification
- Certified Specialist Programme in Hand Hygiene Improvement Strategies
- Delivered by
- London School of International Business (LSIB) · UKPRN 10062390
- Awarded by
- an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
- Assessment
- Written assignments, no exams
- Support
- Admissions team, 7 days a week
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