Certificate in Prevention and Control of Infection Level 2

Want to know how infections spread and the best ways to prevent them?

Our NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings helps you understand the causes and transmission of infection, the chain of infection, and the importance of hygiene and safe practices. You’ll learn practical strategies for minimising risks in care and community settings.

With infection prevention more important than ever, this course is essential for anyone working in health or social care, or for those who want to develop awareness of hygiene and safety in everyday life.

What will you learn?

Course title: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings

Course ref: 600/9312/2

This qualification helps you:

• Explain the meaning and importance of infection control in healthcare settings
• Identify the causes of infection, the conditions in which they thrive, and how infections can be spread
• Describe methods used to prevent and control the spread of infection
• Apply knowledge of infection prevention and control to support your role in the workplace
• Recognise opportunities for progression into further qualifications in infection prevention or the wider health and social care sector

Your course is divided into manageable units:

• Unit 1: Principle of the causes and spread of infection in health care settings
• Unit 2: Principles of the importance of personal hygiene and health in prevention and control of infection in health care settings
• Unit 3: Principles of decontamination, cleaning and waste management in health care settings
• Unit 4: Principles of infection prevention and control in a health care setting

No exams required you’ll complete assessment activities that demonstrate your knowledge and skills.

Why learn with us?

• Flexible online learning – study anywhere, anytime, and fit learning around your lifestyle.
• Maximise learning & development budgets – employers can improve retention, morale, and CPD outcomes.
• 80% achievement rate – achieve a nationally recognised NCFE CACHE qualification.
• Dedicated tutor support – expert guidance every step of the way.
• Achieve in as little as 10 weeks - by committing 5–10 hours per week.

What our learners say

“Got a wider knowledge base of infection prevention and control, really great course.’’ Online Course Learner

Where could this qualification lead?

Successful learners often progress to:

• Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
• Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health
• Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care
• Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care

This course is also a great step toward careers in:

• Healthcare Assistant
• Care Support Worker
• Cleaning Operative (Healthcare Settings)
• Infection Control Assistant
• Support Worker
• Volunteer Roles (e.g. charities, ward support volunteer, infection control volunteer, patient companion or community health volunteer).

Course Requirements

This course requires a basic level of English and Mathematics proficiency. By purchasing this course, you confirm that you meet these requirements.

Proof of Identification: Our operations team will contact you directly to request a copy of your identification for the purpose of registering you with the awarding body.