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Training, learning and development

Effective IPC education is essential for maintaining safe care environments and reducing the risk of infection transmission. Training is structured across multiple levels to support both clinical and non-clinical staff.

IPC competencies

IPC courses

From introductory courses to full MSc programmes, a wide range of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) training is available.  Choose from local sessions or flexible online modules to suit your schedule and career goals.

Information:

Please note: These are suggested courses and the Hertfordshire and West Essex ICB IPC team does not endorse any provider.

Please also note: Course content and availability may vary; please contact providers directly to confirm details.

Universities offering – Masters Level / Degree / PG Diploma / PG Certificate courses

Solihull College and University Centre

University of Essex

University of West London

Oxford Learning College

Dundee University

Birmingham City University

University of the Highlands and Islands

University of Cork

Bangor University

University of Staffordshire

University of Sunderland

Glasgow Caledonian University

University of Limerick

Other institutions offering IPC programmes and courses

Royal College of Nursing

World Health Organisation (WHO)

E-Learning for Health

Infection Prevention Solutions

Skills for Health (Core Skills)

Other training and resources

Hertfordshire and West Essex (HWE) Training Hub

Hertfordshire Care Providers Association (HCPA)

Prosper (Essex)

IPC Educational Framework

IPC Educational Networking Forum

The IPC Educational Networking Forum (ENF) is a collaborative, education-focused support group for IPC professionals and colleagues across the HWE ICS.

You can access session slides and resources via the IPC ENF Microsoft Teams channel.

ENF membership

To become a member of the Educational Networking Forum, contact the ICB’s Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) team.

Please note: your NHS email address is required. If you are a non-NHS provider, please contact the IPC team for access.

Email
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