Texas Infection Control & Communicable Disease Training
Infections can be transmitted through direct contact, respiratory droplets, contaminated surfaces, blood, body fluids, and shared household environments. Because many home care clients are older adults or individuals with chronic health conditions, infection prevention is a critical caregiver responsibility.
This course provides Texas caregivers with practical guidance for reducing infection risks in home and community-based settings. Learners will explore how infections spread, how to break the chain of infection, when to use personal protective equipment, how to safely manage contaminated materials, and what steps to take when a communicable disease is suspected.
45 mins
Certificate included
100% online
English
Audio & Captions
Learning Objectives
What you'll learn
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- Explain infection prevention responsibilities in Texas home care settings.
- Describe the chain of infection and methods used to interrupt disease transmission.
- Apply Standard Precautions during routine caregiving activities.
- Demonstrate proper hand hygiene and respiratory hygiene practices.
- Select and use appropriate PPE when exposure risks are present.
- Recognize bloodborne pathogen hazards and exposure risks.
- Apply safe cleaning, laundry, food safety, and waste handling practices.
- Identify common signs and symptoms of communicable diseases.
What's inside
This course includes
How-to instructional videos
Interactive learning activities
Knowledge checks throughout
Audio narration
Closed captions (accessibility)
Certificate of completion
Scenario-based videos
Downloadable checklists
Mobile-friendly access
Progress saving (resume anytime)
