In line with the latest UK healthcare guidelines and protocols, this course emphasises the importance of accurate specimen collection, handling, and transport to ensure reliable test results. Participants will learn about the anatomy relevant to swab collection, the step-by-step procedure, personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, and measures to prevent cross-contamination, enhancing patient safety and worker protection during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
This course provides comprehensive training on the correct procedures for throat and nasopharyngeal swab collection for COVID-19, focusing on safety, accuracy, and infection control practices.
It aligns with the latest UK healthcare guidelines and protocols for COVID-19 testing, ensuring that you are trained according to current standards.
The course is delivered online through our Learning Management System, offering interactive modules, videos, presentations, downloadable resources, and case studies.
Healthcare professionals responsible for COVID-19 specimen collection, including nurses, doctors, and allied health workers, will benefit. This course enhances your professional skills in infection control and specimen collection, critical competencies in the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
