Preventing and Managing Infections in Childcare and Pre-school

Overview

Microbes live everywhere, especially in childcare settings where children play together at close quarters. They come in all shapes and sizes – and not all are harmful.

Key facts:

On Preventing and Managing Infections in Childcare and Pre-school at British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy by FutureLearn , you’ll discover what germs are and how they spread, looking at simple ways of stopping infections spreading.

 You’ll learn practical tips on keeping early years settings safe.You’ll reflect on the importance of antibiotics and identify what antibiotic resistance is and how we can prevent it, exploring the ways you can protect children from infectious diseases – including proper use of antibiotics and vaccinations.