Hand Hygiene

Top Rated5(6 reviews)

This course is designed for all health and social care staff, both clinical and non-clinical, to help ensure safe and effective infection prevention in everyday practice (excluding surgical hand hygiene). It explains the importance of proper hand hygiene, when it should be carried out, and how to perform it correctly in line with the WHO 5 Moments framework World Health Organization, while also covering how to maintain good hand care to protect both staff and the people they support.

4 Modules1 hour
€169€0
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Hand Hygiene

Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

  • Understand the importance of hand hygiene in preventing infection and ensuring safety.
  • Identify the appropriate times to perform hand hygiene in care settings.
  • Demonstrate correct hand hygiene technique in line with the WHO 5 Moments framework.
  • Recognise the importance of maintaining healthy skin and proper hand care practices.

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Atinuke

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5

Very Explanatory.

Posted on 29/06/2026

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Juhi

User fromcare-learning

5

Nice

Posted on 02/07/2026

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Ryan

User fromcare-learning

5

Absolutely excellent recommendation

Posted on 03/07/2026

AT

Atinuke

User fromcare-learning

5

Very Explanatory.

Posted on 29/06/2026

JU

Juhi

User fromcare-learning

5

Nice

Posted on 02/07/2026

RY

Ryan

User fromcare-learning

5

Absolutely excellent recommendation

Posted on 03/07/2026

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Frequently asked questions

The course covers infection prevention, healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs), WHO 5 Moments for hand hygiene, correct handwashing and alcohol rub techniques, glove use, and hand care practices.

Yes, you will receive a certification upon successful completion of the Hand Hygiene course.

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Yes, it is suitable for all health and social care staff, including clinical and non-clinical workers in healthcare and community care settings.