Infection Control Train the Trainer
About Infection Control Train the Trainer – 1 Day
This Train the Trainer course is for those wanting to start training others about infection control. This training course gives learners a basic working knowledge of infection control issues. It also helps them feel confident to answer questions. They will also learn teaching methods and speaking skills to improve their skills as an instructor.
Course Length
Our Infection Control Train the Trainer course is 6 hours long and completed in 1 day. Our courses are structured to allow breaks for learners to eat and rest.
Certificate Validity
The Infection Control Train the Trainer certificate lasts 36 months (3 years). Before expiry, you’ll need to re-enrol to receive a new certificate.
Delivery
Our most popular form of training is held in-house, where we send a trainer out to your premises for a face-to-face session (for groups of up to 6). We also run the Infection Control Train the Trainer course online. Ask about our webinar sessions.
Topics Covered
Please see our course outline here. During this Infection Control Train the Trainer course, you will learn what infection control is, the chain of infection and how people are infected, how to impart your knowledge onto others, and more…
Cost/Pricing
Pricing can vary depending on location, dates, group size (where applicable), and more factors. For a free email quotation, please contact our advisors directly on 0800 781 2041 or leave an enquiry.

How do you get Certified?
This course is available via an in-house group course for up to 6 delegates. Choose for the course to be delivered either face to face or by a blended learning option, at a time and place convenient to you. Alternatively, learn through one of our scheduled courses at centres located across the UK. Upon completion of this course, a certificate will be awarded.
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Infection Control Train the Trainer – 1 Day Course Outline
- What is infection control?
- How do infections occur?
- Different types of germs and infections.
- Health Care-Associated Infections (HCAI).
- The importance of infection control and managing HCAI.
- Correct handwashing technique.
- Personal protective equipment.
- Preventing infection.
- Policy and legislation regarding infection control.
- Train the Trainer Elements (Teaching methods and learning styles, How individuals learn and keep the information, Evaluating and ‘Do’s and don’ts’)
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Infection Control Train the Trainer – 1 Day FAQs
What is infection control?
Infection control is a series of steps that care facilities must take to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
What is a train the trainer course?
A train the trainer course allows the candidate to pass on skills learnt in the session to others in the care home. This course looks at Infection Control.
How much does an infection control nurse make in the UK?
It depends on location and whether it is a private or public facility. On the NHS, an infection control nurse in band 6 could expect £35,000-£44,000 per annum (figures from 2024-2025).
What does an infection control nurse do?
An Infection Control or Prevention Nurse helps prevent the spread of infectious agents, such as bacteria and viruses, in a healthcare environment. Our train the trainer course teaches individual ways to train others in infection control.
Who needs this training?
This course is aimed at care staff who would like to start training other staff in the principles and practices of infection control.
What are the main points covered?
The course covers the definition of infection, the importance of correct handwashing techniques, PPE, policy and legislation regarding infection control and train the trainer elements.






