University of Sunderland

PgCert Infection Prevention and Control

University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Infection prevention and control (IPC) is fundamental to modern healthcare, and following events like the Covid-19 pandemic have become even more critical. The National Infection Prevention and Control Manual (NIPCM)(opens in new tab) outlines standards required to manage and reduce the risk of current and future events. This short course, developed and aligned to the NIPCM, will support you in gaining knowledge and understanding of core IPC areas.

You'll study two modules – Foundations of Infection Prevention and Control and Contemporary Issues in Infection Prevention and Control – focusing on a range of different topics and creating assessments reflective of IPC practice.

Key highlights

  • Developed and aligned to the National Infection Prevention and Control Manual
  • Two modules covering foundations and contemporary issues in IPC
  • Assessments designed to reflect real infection prevention and control practice
  • Builds knowledge of core infection prevention and control areas

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — or above

Scholarships

  • We Care Postgraduate Bursary

    The We Care Postgraduate Bursary awards £2,500 cash to eligible postgraduate students.

    Up to £2,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Infection Prevention and Control Nurse
  • Infection Prevention and Control Practitioner
  • Infection Prevention and Control Lead
  • Infection Control Specialist Nurse

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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