Hand Hygiene

What is it?

A method of hand washing that is designed to minimise the spread of disease

What do I need?

Follow the directive from your placement staff

How long will it take?

15 minutes

Any students required to do this check must successfully complete the Hand Hygiene for Clinical Healthcare Workers online learning module (yearly).

Go to the NHHI Learning Management System register your details and select "Hand hygiene for clinical healthcare workers". The completed certificate must be uploaded to the Sonia Portal prior to placements with sufficient time allowed for Check clearance. This needs to be done annually while enrolled.

This is a free process. Please note, deadlines to complete this check will vary by course and it is essential that you follow the instructions provided by your placement staff.

Further information on the National Hand Hygiene Initiative can be found here.