Level 2 Accredited Certificate: Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Lead
Next start date
Monday 07 September 2026
Price
£180 or £65 p/m
Schedule
Flexible
Location
Online Course
Overview
Train with the leading provider of IPC lead training and earn an accredited certificate in IPC leadership. This comprehensive accredited course ensures your practice meets all infection control regulations and enhances your career prospects.
The course addresses the CQC requirement: "There should be an IPC lead with overall responsibility for infection prevention and control."
Learners gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills, making you confident, competent, and highly knowledgeable in areas including:
- Sterilisation processes and best practice standards
- IPC file content (audits, spot-checks) and IPC documentation management
- Current infection control guidelines
- Leadership and team training in compliance
The course suits both newcomers to the IPC lead role and experienced practitioners seeking current guideline updates.
Benefits
- Flexible Completion Time: Learners have up to three months to complete the course, with fast-track completion available within one month.
- Outstanding Support: One-to-one tutor support is easily accessible by email, telephone, or Zoom. Optional drop-in support session classes available.
- Accreditation: Level 2 Accredited Infection Prevention and Control Lead Certificate, awarded upon successful completion.
Course Summary
- Format: online, self-paced
- Average completion time: 3 months
- Number of Learning Units: 12
- CPD Hours: 12
- Guided Learning Hours: Average of 24 hours
Module 1:
- Unit 1: Introduction to IPC and CIC
- Unit 2: IPC Lead
- Unit 3: Introduction to HTM 01-05
- Unit 4: IPC Policy and Annual Statement
Module 2:
- Unit 1: PPE and Hand Hygiene
- Unit 2: Zoning
- Unit 3: Decontamination and Sterilisation
- Unit 4: Water Lines in Dental Practice
- Unit 5: Waste Management
Module 3:
- Unit 1: IPC Folder
- Unit 2: Audits
- Unit 3: Team Meetings, Inductions, Basic Team Training
Course Assessments
- Unit Quiz: One multiple choice quiz per unit
- Final Assessment: Includes short-answer questions
Support
- Drop-In Sessions: Optional drop-in support session classes available.
- One-to-One Support: One-to-one tutor support is easily accessible by email, telephone, or Zoom.
Meet Your Tutor: Stephanie Carter
Stephanie Carter brings a unique blend of experience, knowledge, and dedication to her role as a course tutor.
- Extensive Experience: Over 18 years in the dental industry.
- Leadership and Management Expertise: Holds a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management.
- Educational Excellence: Holds a Level 5 Diploma in Education.
Professional Affiliations: Member of the Faculty of Dental Trainers, Edinburgh.
Key Qualifications:
- Dental Hygienist and Therapist
- Dental Nurse
- Level 4 Quality Assurance
- Level 3 Assessor
- Diploma in Mentorship and Coaching
Course Assessors
The role of the assessor is to mark your assessments and give you feedback.
Hilary Urry
- Registered Dental Nurse
- Level 2 and 3 Certificate in IPC Leadership
- Qualified Tutor and Assessor
Emma Leather
- Registered Dental Nurse
- ILM Decontamination Lead
- Level 7 in Strategic Management and Leadership
- Qualified Tutor, Assessor and Internal Moderator
Next available enrolment dates:
Monday 07 September 2026 - Available | Monday 05 October 2026 - Available
Payment Options
- Full payment: £180 inc. VAT (reduced from £195)
- Payment Plan (total £195.00 inc. VAT): 07 September 2026 £65.00 (Non-refundable deposit), 07 October 2026 £65.00, 07 November 2026 £65.00
- Multiple Applicant Discounts: Two applicants: 5% discount | Three applicants: 10% discount | Four or more applicants: 15% discount
- Multiple Course Discounts: Two courses: 5% discount | Three courses: 10% discount | Four or more courses: 15% discount
- Note: Discounts cannot be applied to payment plans. Your accredited certificate will not be awarded until full payment is made.
Fully accredited
We hold multiple accreditations and have passed every quality audit.
Verifiable CPD
Our certificates meet the GDC’s requirements for verifiable Enhanced CPD.
Dedicated support
Each learner is assigned a support administrator who monitors their progress throughout the course.
Responsive marking
Work is marked promptly and enquiries are answered without delay.
Experienced educators
Taught by highly qualified educators who remain active in the profession.
Beyond the syllabus
We keep you informed of new research and developments through our free webinars.
Book This Course
Apply in two minutes, or ask us anything first — enrolment is confirmed within one working day. Next start date: Monday 07 September 2026.
Level 2 IPC Lead
£180
or spread the cost — £65 p/m payment plan: choose it on the Payment Plan tab.
- Certificate awarded on completion
- Flexible online study
- Tutor assigned within 1 working day
- Only request an invoice if your employer pays
Prefer to talk it through?
0207 193 0584 ·
1. Apply online
Two-minute form — payment options available.
2. We confirm within 1 working day
Enrolment email with full course info and your tutor.
3. Start studying
Flexible online learning from your start date.
FAQs
The course gives dental nurses a thorough grounding in infection prevention and control in the dental practice, from decontamination routines to everyday IPC standards and record keeping.