This is a self-taught course delivered through an interactive training site designed to inform and equip the dental team with the necessary knowledge and leadership traits required to take on the critical role of Decontamination Lead. This course supports the professional development of dental hygienists and nurses, helping them create a safe, compliant, and patient-focused environment. It covers essential decontamination protocols, equipment validation, infection control standards, and leadership responsibilities to ensure effective infection prevention across the practice.

This course acts as a professional reminder to promote team responsibility in cross-contamination control, understand HTM 01-05 compliance, enhance communication surrounding decontamination processes, and prepare the team for CQC and NHS inspections. It also addresses practical strategies to maintain high hygiene standards, manage documentation, identify lapses in protocol, and ensure adherence to best practices for patient and staff safety.

By completing this course, dental practices aim to strengthen internal systems, ensure regulatory compliance, and improve patient care by fostering a well-informed and efficient team.

Upon booking, you will receive a confirmation email and be prompted to create login details. If you run in to any issues please contact a member of staff at  admissions@spadelearningacademy.co.uk.

If you have any outstanding concerns or queries, email us at generalenquiries@spadelearningacademy.co.uk with your booking number.

This course will likely take 46 hours to be completed if fast tracked. Multiple assignments must be completed to demonstrate the individual comprehension before receiving the certificate. Upon the completion of all assignment and quiz please allow us any where up to 5-10 working days for the work to be verified by our internal assessor. The certificate will be produced with the option of digital access or printed distribution for an additional fee of £6.00.

Course Content:

Understanding the Role and Responsibilities of a Decontamination Lead
•          HTM 01-05 Compliance and Best Practices
•          Effective Decontamination Workflow and Zoning
•          Instrument Decontamination: Manual and Automated Processes
•          Sterilisation Equipment Maintenance and Validation
•          Audit Preparation for CQC and NHS Inspections
•          Managing and Monitoring Infection Control Policies
•          Record Keeping and Legal Requirements
•          Leadership and Communication in Infection Control
•          Training Team Members on Updated Protocols 

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To receive your CPD certificate, you must complete a quiz at the end of the course to demonstrate understanding. Certificates are issued within 2–3 working days of successfully passing the assessment.

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