Level 3 Certificate: Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) Lead
Next start date
Monday 07 September 2026
Price
£249 or £88 p/m
Schedule
Flexible
Location
Online Course
Overview
The aim of this fully accredited course is to allow those with a Level 2 Certificate in Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) to further develop their knowledge and skills as an IPC Lead including CQC inspections, leadership and team training.
This course is an opportunity for you to further develop and maintain your skills and gain enhanced CPD as an IPC lead.
Benefits
- Flexible Completion Time: Learners have up to four months to complete the course, but fast-track completion is available within one month.
- Outstanding Support: Optional drop-in support session classes available. One-to-one tutor support is easily accessible by email, telephone, or Zoom.
- Accreditation: Level 3 Accredited Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Leadership upon successful completion.
Course Summary
- Format: online, self-paced
- Average completion time: 2 months
- Number of Learning Units: 9
- CPD Hours: 14
- Guided Learning Hours: Average of 30 hours (depending on the learner's speed)
Module 1: Developing the IPC Leadership Role
- Unit 1: Leadership and Management in Dentistry
- Unit 2: Introduction to CQC and Your Role as IPC Lead in Inspections
- Unit 3: Reflective Learning and Identifying Training Needs in Practice
- Unit 4: Team Training Skills
Module 2: IPC Lead
- Unit 1: Setting Up a Compliant CSU
- Unit 2: Audits
- Unit 3: Creating Action Plans and Implementing Them
- Unit 4: RIDDOR and COSHH Requirements
- Unit 5: Management of Epidemics and Pandemics
Course Assessments
- Unit Quiz: One multiple choice quiz per unit
- Final Assessment: Includes a case scenario and a reflective question
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: £249.00 inc. VAT
- Payment Plan (total £264.00 inc. VAT): 07 September 2026 £88.00 (Non-refundable deposit), 07 October 2026 £88.00, 07 November 2026 £88.00
- 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: Your certificate of competence 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 3 IPC Lead
£249
or spread the cost — £88 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
Yes. Every dental practice is expected to have a named infection prevention and control (IPC) lead responsible for standards, audits and keeping the team up to date. This course trains you for that role.