Health Protection and Epidemiology Training

In-person training day for the Mandatory surveillance of Bacteraemia and CDI

Colindale (NHS), Colindale (private sector) 1 day £ 50 - £ 125

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Book directly online to secure your place on this course. We show latest course dates, locations and prices.*

When you complete an online booking, you will receive a confirmation by email. You will also receive an email from the team confirming your booking and providing locating directions and documents needed on the day.

*If you would like to pay by invoice/cheque or you are UKHSA staff contact the course co-ordinator directly.

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In-person training day for the Mandatory surveillance of Bacteraemia and CDI

This training day is aimed at all those involved in the surveillance and management of the mandated bacteraemias (MRSA, MSSA, Escherichia. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella species), and users of the UKHSA Healthcare Associated Data Capture System (HCAI DCS)

The day covers all essential aspects of the system to ensure that participants are well-equipped, and understand the requirements of the surveillance programme, questions and definitions, and utilisation of the DCS system and its functionalities effectively. The day will also include practical sessions to reinforce learning and facilitate hands-on experience with the system, along with valuable networking opportunities with peers in the field.

Consistent application of the methodology underlying the Mandatory Surveillance Data Capture System is crucial for ensuring the robustness of collected data. This training day serves as a vital platform to bring participants up to speed with the system and requirements of the surveillance programme to ensure good high quality data any recent changes. By participating in this training, delegates will enhance their understanding of surveillance practices, thereby contributing to improved data quality and analysis.

Course Outline

Surveillance system overview
Definitions
Information on Data Items
Reporting Processes
Functionality of the Data Capture System, including how to extract line lists, view reports and dashboards, and utilise the data upload wizard function.

Who should attend?

The training is aimed at staff who are new to HCAIDCS and those who have previously attended the training but would like to attend for a refresher. The delegates should be staff involved in surveillance co-ordination, data collection, data entry and feeding back results, although other members of staff interested in learning about HCAIDCS may also wish to attend.

Programme schedule

The programme for the day begins with log-on from 09:30-09:45 followed training commencing at 09.55am. The last session will finish at 16:00pm. Please ensure you are able to accommodate these start and finish times. It is essential for delegates to participate in the entire training session as each section of the programme to gain a comprehensive understanding of surveillance practices. The participation fee includes snacks and lunch. Please kindly inform us of any dietary requirements/ allergies you may have.

What to do next

Book directly online to secure your place on this course. We show latest course dates, locations and prices.*

When you complete an online booking, you will receive a confirmation by email. You will also receive an email from the Mandatory surveillance team confirming your booking and providing locating directions and documents needed on the day.

*If you would like to pay by invoice/cheque or you are UKHSA staff contact the course co-ordinator directly.

Any questions?

Training course dates

18 June 2025 1 day Colindale (private sector) £ 125	Book course
18 June 2025 1 day Colindale (NHS) £ 50	Book course

Health Protection and Epidemiology Training

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In-person training day for the Mandatory surveillance of Bacteraemia and CDI

Course Outline

Who should attend?

Programme schedule

What to do next

Any questions?

Training course dates