This online micro-credential provides the novice health practitioner an introduction to the goal of aseptic technique and to recognise the importance of infection prevention in the clinical health setting. It also introduces key sites, parts, and principles of an aseptic framework in clinical practice.

This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Career Opportunities

Undertaking this micro-credential enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the micro-credential, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the aim of aseptic technique
2. Identify risk reduction behaviours of Hospital Acquired Infections
3. Recall aseptic non-touch techniques principles.

Assessment

Online Quiz

Award

Digital Badge via Credly

Students can also download a Certificate of Completion, share to social media or add to a professional portfolio.