Aseptic Technique
Aseptic technique training helps your team carry out aseptic procedures competently and consistently, using the non-touch principles that protect the vulnerable sites on the people they care for. Delivered on-site by a registered nurse.
About the course
Carry out aseptic procedures safely and consistently
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Explain why asepsis matters most for the people least able to withstand infection
- Know the regulated duty that aseptic practice is measured against
- Distinguish asepsis, sterility, antisepsis and clean technique
- Identify the Key-Parts and Key-Sites in the procedures they carry out
- Choose between Standard and Surgical-ANTT as a risk assessment, not a habit
- Carry out hand hygiene to the five moments, and select the right method
- Prepare the person, the place and the equipment before opening a pack
- Handle sharps, waste and an inoculation injury safely and report them
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Asepsis in a care home, and what the law requires
- The problem you are solving
- The care home is not a ward
- What the law requires in England
- The duties in the background
- Where to find the detail
The language of asepsis and the ANTT framework
- Getting the terms straight
- Aseptic non touch technique
- Key-parts and key-sites
- Standard or surgical: making the judgement
Hand hygiene and protective equipment
- The five moments
- Soap and water, or alcohol handrub
- Technique and preparation
- Working in someone’s bedroom
- Protective equipment
Preparing: person, place, equipment and yourself
- The person: consent, dignity and comfort
- The place: controlling the environment
- The equipment: checks, and single-use
- Yourself: readiness and competence
The core aseptic sequence
- The sequence that applies to everything
- Preparing skin, and decontaminating hubs
- When a key-part is contaminated
- Afterwards: disposal and recording
Sharps, waste and exposure
- The Sharps Regulations in practice
- If you sustain a sharps injury
- Waste streams and segregation
Free resourcePutting on and taking off PPEThe order for putting on and removing aprons, gowns, masks, eye protection and gloves, from the NHS England manual.Read and download →
Free resourceHand washing in 10 stepsThe correct hand washing technique, step by step. Good to display in staff rooms and clinical areas.Read and download →Keep exploring
Related clinical courses
These subjects sit naturally alongside this course — and we can combine courses into one visit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your service, anywhere in the UK — we come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team.
How long is the Aseptic Technique course?
It runs as a half day – 3 hours course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 15 delegates per session.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes — every delegate receives a certificate on completion. We recommend refreshing every year.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below — we reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit — just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits care & nursing homes, complex home care, special schools & sen settings, children’s complex care, hospitals & clinics, hospices. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
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We bring Aseptic Technique training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our clinical training range. Also explore mandatory training and first aid courses.