Graduate Certificate in Obstetric Infection Control Measures
Improve your skills in obstetric infection control with our Graduate Certificate program, enhancing patient safety and reducing hospital-acquired infections, learn more today
Obstetric Infection Control Measures is designed for healthcare professionals who want to enhance their knowledge in preventing and managing infections in pregnant women.
Delivered online by London School of International Business, the school behind Healthcare Courses. Ofqual-regulated qualifications with flexible payment plans and admissions support seven days a week.
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Why enrol on this course?
Obstetric Infection Control Measures
is designed for healthcare professionals who want to enhance their knowledge in preventing and managing infections in pregnant women.Some of the key areas of focus include infection prevention, maternal and neonatal sepsis, and guidelines for infection control in obstetrics.
This graduate certificate program is ideal for midwives, nurses, and doctors who work in obstetric settings and want to stay up-to-date with the latest evidence-based practices.
By completing this program, learners will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of infection control in obstetrics and be able to apply this knowledge in their daily practice.
Take the first step towards improving patient outcomes and explore the Graduate Certificate in Obstetric Infection Control Measures today.
About this course
Who is this course for?
| Ideal Audience for Graduate Certificate in Obstetric Infection Control Measures | Healthcare professionals working in maternity units, particularly midwives, obstetricians, and nurses, are the primary target audience for this course. |
| Key characteristics: | Professionals with a minimum of 2 years' experience in obstetric care, preferably with a background in infection control, are ideal candidates. In the UK, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends that all maternity units implement infection control measures to reduce the risk of maternal and neonatal infections. |
| Secondary keywords: | obstetric infection control, infection prevention, maternal and neonatal infections, NICE guidelines, UK healthcare system. |
| Benefits: | Graduates of this course will gain the knowledge and skills to implement effective infection control measures, reducing the risk of maternal and neonatal infections and improving patient outcomes. In the UK, this course will also help professionals meet the NICE guidelines and contribute to the improvement of the UK healthcare system. |
Key facts
The Graduate Certificate in Obstetric Infection Control Measures is a specialized program designed for healthcare professionals who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in preventing and controlling infections in obstetric settings.
This graduate certificate program typically takes one year to complete and consists of four core subjects, including infection control principles, maternal and fetal infection prevention, and obstetric infection control practices. Students will also learn about the latest research and evidence-based guidelines in obstetric infection control.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to develop and implement effective infection control measures in obstetric settings, reducing the risk of maternal and fetal infections. The program is highly relevant to the healthcare industry, particularly in hospitals and birthing centers where obstetric care is provided.
The Graduate Certificate in Obstetric Infection Control Measures is an excellent career advancement opportunity for registered nurses, midwives, and other healthcare professionals who want to specialize in obstetric infection control. The program is also suitable for those who want to transition into a leadership role in infection control or public health.
The program's learning outcomes include the ability to assess and mitigate the risk of maternal and fetal infections, develop and implement evidence-based infection control policies and procedures, and evaluate the effectiveness of infection control measures. Graduates will also be able to communicate effectively with healthcare teams and stakeholders to promote a culture of infection control.
The Graduate Certificate in Obstetric Infection Control Measures is recognized by professional organizations, such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and is aligned with international standards for infection control in healthcare settings.
Why this course?
| Year | Number of Cases |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 844 |
| 2016 | 942 |
| 2017 | 1,044 |
| 2018 | 1,144 |
| 2019 | 1,244 |
| 2020 | 1,444 |
Career path
Course information
Duration
The programme is available in 2 duration modes:
- 1 month
- 2 months
Course delivery
Online
Course content
• Infection Control Measures in Obstetrics: Primary keyword: Obstetric Infection Control, Secondary keywords: Infection Prevention, Maternal Health •
• Principles of Hand Hygiene in Obstetrics: Primary keyword: Hand Hygiene, Secondary keywords: Infection Control, Obstetric Care •
• Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection in Obstetrics: Primary keyword: Environmental Cleaning, Secondary keywords: Disinfection, Infection Control •
• Bloodborne Pathogens in Obstetrics: Primary keyword: Bloodborne Pathogens, Secondary keywords: Infection Control, Obstetric Infection •
• Surgical Site Infection Prevention in Obstetrics: Primary keyword: Surgical Site Infection, Secondary keywords: Infection Control, Obstetric Surgery •
• Antimicrobial Stewardship in Obstetrics: Primary keyword: Antimicrobial Stewardship, Secondary keywords: Antibiotic Resistance, Infection Control •
• Isolation and Quarantine in Obstetrics: Primary keyword: Isolation, Secondary keywords: Quarantine, Infection Control •
• Infection Control in Obstetric Emergencies: Primary keyword: Infection Control, Secondary keywords: Obstetric Emergencies, Infection Prevention •
• Surveillance and Reporting of Obstetric Infections: Primary keyword: Infection Surveillance, Secondary keywords: Obstetric Infections, Infection Control •
• Infection Control Policy Development in Obstetrics: Primary keyword: Infection Control Policy, Secondary keywords: Obstetric Care, Infection Prevention
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
- Graduate Certificate in Obstetric Infection Control Measures
- 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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