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Overview
About This Course
HLTINF006 is a nationally recognised infection prevention and control course designed for workers in healthcare, aged care, disability support, and community services. This course provides the practical knowledge and skills required to reduce infection risks, apply safe hygiene practices, and maintain workplace safety in line with Australian standards and guidelines.
Students will learn hand hygiene procedures, PPE use, infection prevention strategies, environmental cleaning, waste handling, and how to respond appropriately to infection control risks and breaches in workplace settings.
Learning Outcomes
What You'll Learn
Understand how infections spread and how to minimise risks
Perform correct hand hygiene procedures safely
Select, apply, and remove PPE correctly
Apply standard and transmission-based precautions
Follow environmental cleaning and disinfection procedures
Safely manage sharps and contaminated waste
Identify and report infection control breaches
Communicate infection control concerns effectively
Course Structure
Modules & Units
01 Module 1
Understanding the chain of infection and transmission methods
02 Module 2
Standard precautions and hand hygiene practices
03 Module 3
PPE types, selection, and safe removal procedures
04 Module 4
Transmission-based precautions and environmental cleaning
05 Module 5
Responding to infection risks and workplace breaches
Career Outcomes
Where This Course Can Take You
Aged Care Worker
Apply infection control practices in aged care facilities and home care settings.
Disability Support Worker
Meet infection control requirements in NDIS and disability support roles.
Healthcare Support Worker
Support safe healthcare practices in clinics and hospitals.
Personal Services Worker
Follow infection prevention standards in beauty or tattoo industries.
Community Services Worker
Maintain safe practices while supporting vulnerable community clients.
Assessments
How You'll Be Assessed
Assessment is competency based and includes both theory and practical activities. Students will complete a written knowledge assessment covering infection risks, standard precautions, PPE selection, workplace hygiene, and reporting procedures. Practical assessment tasks include demonstrating correct hand hygiene techniques, safely applying and removing PPE, and responding appropriately to infection control situations in simulated workplace scenarios. Additional support and reassessment opportunities are available if required.
Requirements
Entry Requirements
- No formal prerequisites are required for this course.
- Students should have basic English language, literacy, and numeracy skills.
- Basic digital literacy is recommended for online learning components.
- Valid photo identification is required for enrolment.
- A Unique Student Identifier (USI) must be provided before certification.
What to Bring
Come Prepared
- Valid photo identification and USI
- Comfortable clothing for practical activities
- Notebook and pen
- Laptop, tablet, or smartphone for online learning
Certification
Your Certification
On successful completion, students will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for HLTINF006 Apply Basic Principles and Practices of Infection Prevention and Control issued through a partner Registered Training Organisation.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should complete this course?
This course is suitable for workers in aged care, disability support, healthcare, community services, and personal services industries where infection prevention is essential.
Is there online study included?
Yes. Students completing blended delivery will complete a short online theory module before attending practical training.
Can this course be delivered for workplace groups?
Yes. Workplace and group bookings are available across Australia.
How long does the certification remain current?
There is no official expiry date, however many employers recommend refresher training every 1–3 years.
