About the course

 

There are many factors in the spread of HAI including environmental, resourcing and staffing. However one of the major issues is that as healthcare workers we know what to do to avoid spreading infections but, for a variety of reasons, we don’t always do it!

What is it?
The 'MRSA - make a difference' courses are short (approx. one-hour), self-study programmes that can be accessed wherever you are via the Internet.

The courses focus on promoting the correct attitudes and actions of the participants towards HAI and in particular MRSA by reinforcing the need to apply Standard (Universal) Precautions in all circumstances and to ensure local procedures and protocols are adhered to.

It is important to understand that the courses do not replace existing Infection Control training, instructing on the process and procedures of infection control, but compliment them by creating an audience interest in the topic of HAI prevention.

The courses have been designed not only to challenge and inform students, through the use of interactive tools, but to also to incorporate an element of fun!

The courses can either be accessed by students independently or used in group discussion work, where the facilities permit.

Has it been well-authenticated?
Since the launch of the first hospital focused course in September 2004, the courses have and will continue to be reviewed by Infection Control Professionals in over 300 establishments.

Feedback is encouraged to ensure the courses remain effective and have evolved over time as the evidence base and people’s attitudes have changed.

The educational content of the original course was evaluated and approved by the Infection Control Nurses Association (ICNA) andwas certified by the Royal Institute for Public Health (RIPH).

Who is it for?
The 'MRSA - make a difference' courses are designed for use by all healthcare workers who have direct or indirect contact with patients and the general public.

If you are doing this course on a self-study basis and there are aspects of Infection prevention and control practice which are not clear or you would like further clarification on, please discuss these with your line manager or your local infection control team.