COVID-19 Awareness Course

Description

OVERVIEW

COVID-19 Awareness Course Online Training Overview

This course provides a practical introduction to COVID-19 Awareness, helping learners understand the subject, recognise its workplace relevance and apply appropriate good practice within their role.

Duration: 1.5 Hour     CPD Points: 2

What You will learn?

COVID-19 Awareness Course Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Explain the core principles and terminology associated with COVID-19 Awareness
• Recognise why the subject matters in day-to-day practice
• Identify common risks, concerns or situations relevant to the topic
• Understand individual responsibilities and role boundaries
• Apply appropriate good-practice principles in workplace situations
• Communicate effectively with relevant people when issues arise
• Recognise when advice, reporting or escalation is required
• Use the learning to support safer, more consistent practice

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited COVID-19 Awareness free course certificate.

Lessons

Course Content

Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 3
Unit 1

• COVID-19 Awareness – Course Introduction
• What is COVID-19?
• How is COVID-19 Transmitted?
• Incubation, Infection, and Clinical Recovery
• COVID-19 Symptoms
• Severity of COVID-19
• Higher Risk Groups
• How to Protect Others
• If you Have Symptoms
• Managing Contacts
• Case Definition
• Care Pathways
• Administration Measures for Pathways

Unit 2

• Infection Control
• Aerosol Generating Procedures
• Respiratory Hygiene
• Hand Hygiene
• 5 Moments for Hand Hygiene
• PPE Guidelines
• Types of PPE
• PPE for Low Risk Pathway
• PPE for Medium Risk Pathway
• PPE for High Risk Pathway
• Putting On and Taking Off PPE for Non-AGPs
• Putting On and Taking Off  PPE for AGps
• Who Should Weak Facemasks?
• Cleaning
• Decontamination with Possible/Confirmed Cases

Unit 3

• Screening and Triaging
• Patient Assessment
• Sampling and Testing
• Patient Conveyance
• Patient Placement
• Clinical Improvement Criteria
• Stepdown Infection Control Precautions
• Caring for  the Deceased
• Home Care Provision
• Care Homes

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited COVID-19 Awareness Course free course certificate.

Who is this for?

Who is this COVID-19 Awareness training course for?

This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes

• Refresher training
• Inductions
• Awareness
• Knowledge enhancement

COVID-19 Awareness Training: Who Is It For?

COVID-19 Awareness Training Course Participants in the UK

The COVID-19 Awareness Training Course in the UK is aimed at a wide range of individuals across different sectors who require comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on public health, workplace safety, and community resilience. Specifically, this course is beneficial for:

• Healthcare Professionals: This training is crucial for healthcare workers, including doctors, nurses, paramedics, and healthcare support staff. It provides them with up-to-date information on COVID-19 protocols, infection control measures, personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines, and current best practices for patient care during the pandemic.

• Hospitality and Retail Sector Employees: Individuals working in restaurants, hotels, bars, retail stores, and other customer-facing businesses can benefit from this course as it covers essential topics such as hygiene protocols, social distancing measures, and customer interaction guidelines to ensure a safe and secure environment for their staff and patrons.

• Education Staff and Teachers: With the complexities of managing COVID-19 safety measures in educational settings, this training is valuable for educators, administrative staff, and teaching assistants. It addresses topics such as risk assessments, classroom management strategies, and student welfare considerations to facilitate a safe learning environment in schools and colleges.

• Workplace Safety Officers: Health and safety officers, facilities managers, and human resource professionals responsible for workplace safety and compliance will find this course beneficial in understanding risk assessment methodologies, mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance measures specific to COVID-19 workplace health and safety requirements.

• Community and Voluntary Sector Workers: Employees and volunteers engaged in community support and welfare services can enhance their knowledge of COVID-19 protection measures, vulnerable group considerations, and crisis response protocols through this training, enabling them to better support their communities during the pandemic.

• Transportation and Logistics Personnel: Workers in transportation, logistics, and delivery services can benefit from this course by gaining insights into risk management during transit, hygiene protocols for drivers and handlers, and customer interaction guidelines to ensure the safe movement of goods and people amidst the pandemic.

• Employers and Business Owners: Small business owners, managers, and employers are encouraged to undertake this training to understand their legal responsibilities, duty of care to employees, business continuity planning, and implementation of COVID-19 workplace safety measures in compliance with government guidelines.

The COVID-19 Awareness Training Course in the UK is tailored to provide essential knowledge and guidance for professionals and employees across diverse sectors. By equipping participants with the necessary insights and strategies to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on public health, workplace safety, and community well-being, the course serves as a fundamental resource for promoting informed decision-making and proactive measures during the pandemic.

In summary, the COVID-19 Awareness Training Course is designed for healthcare professionals, hospitality and retail sector employees, education staff and teachers, workplace safety officers, community and voluntary sector workers, transportation and logistics personnel, as well as employers and business owners in the UK. This comprehensive training addresses the unique challenges and considerations relevant to various professional domains, ensuring that participants are well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the pandemic and contribute to the overall resilience of their respective sectors and communities.

COVID-19 Awareness FAQ

COVID-19 Awareness Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my COVID-19 Awareness course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the COVID-19 Awareness course CPD accredited?

Yes, the COVID-19 Awareness course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a COVID-19 Awareness certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited COVID-19 Awareness course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the COVID-19 Awareness course to improve my grade?

Yes, the COVID-19 Awareness course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this COVID-19 Awareness course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the COVID-19 Awareness course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this COVID-19 Awareness course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner’s course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections. 

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