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This sepsis training will increase delegates knowledge of sepsis and infections.

The course will teach the causes of sepsis and people most at risk.

They will be able to understand the early signs and symptoms of sepsis and have knowledge of the correct treatment required.

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Course Summary

Recognise the Signs and Symptoms of Sepsis Across Patient Groups: Learners will identify early warning signs and red flags for sepsis in adults, children, and neonates, ensuring timely recognition. Practical examples will focus on differentiating symptoms between patient groups and understanding atypical presentations.
Understand the Pathophysiology of Sepsis: Participants will explain the biological processes involved in sepsis, including the systemic inflammatory response and the body's immune reaction to infection. This will be linked to clinical manifestations and the NEWS2 scoring system.
Apply the Sepsis Six Protocol in Clinical Practice: Learners will demonstrate how to implement the Sepsis Six interventions (oxygen therapy, fluid resuscitation, antibiotic administration, blood cultures, lactate monitoring, and urine output measurement) effectively within the first hour of identification.
Identify Patients at High Risk of Sepsis: Learners will evaluate specific patient groups at increased risk, including individuals with chronic illnesses, the immunocompromised, and post-surgical patients, integrating preventative strategies into clinical care.
Promote Sepsis Prevention and Post-Sepsis Care: Participants will outline key measures for preventing sepsis, such as infection control, patient education, and immunisation, and understand long-term care strategies for survivors, including addressing post-sepsis syndrome

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Where Do You Deliver The Sepsis Training?

We can deliver this training at your premises, as long as it's within the UK. Also, we have our own venues in the Midlands if you don't have access to a training room. In addition, we are able to deliver this training virtually using Zoom.

Who Is This Sepsis Training For?

This training is for anyone working within the health and social care sector.

How Many Delegates Can I Have On One Session?

We will deliver this training for a group of up to 12 delegates. Similarly, for larger groups we can either provide multiple trainers on the same day or run multiple days to get everyone trained.

Who Will Conduct The Training?

One of our expert clinical tutors, these are either Nurses or Doctors with an abundance of clinical and complex care experience and knowledge - so you'll be in great hands! Furthermore, we will let you know who is doing the training in advance, you can check out their skills and experience by finding them on our meet the team page.

Sepsis Training Course

The Sepsis Awareness Training course equips healthcare workers, care staff, and support workers with the knowledge and skills to spot and respond to sepsis, a serious and life-threatening illness.

The course covers what causes sepsis, its symptoms, and who is most at risk, such as older people or those with weak immune systems. Participants will learn how to tell sepsis apart from other illnesses and how to act quickly using the Sepsis Six steps.

Participants will be taught how to spot the early signs and symptoms of sepsis in both adults and children. They will use tools like the NEWS2 chart to assess how ill someone is. The course stresses the importance of acting quickly and treating sepsis right away, such as giving antibiotics and fluids.

The course also covers the difficulties in diagnosing sepsis early, ways to prevent it, and how sepsis affects patients and their families. There will be case studies and real-life examples to help improve decision-making and communication in healthcare settings.

It looks at important UK health guidelines, including those from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).

The course teaches how important it is to communicate clearly and write things down correctly to provide good care for patients. You will take part in group discussions, review case studies, and gain confidence in spotting sepsis and getting more help when needed.

The course is ideal for staff working in care homes, hospitals, or the community, especially those caring for vulnerable people. It takes 2 to 3 hours to complete the course, and participants will receive a Level 2 Certificate in Sepsis Awareness.

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Course Information:

Course Duration: 2-3 Hours (half-day)
Course Level: Level 2
Certificate: 2-year certificate
Max Delegates: 12
Practical: No
Course Mode: Face to Face/ Online (Virtual)

Course Outline: Sepsis Awareness

1. What is Sepsis?

What sepsis means.
Why sepsis is serious.
How many people it affects in the UK and around the world.
Why spotting it early is so important.
What you will learn in this course.

2. Spotting Sepsis in People of All Ages

Early signs and later signs of sepsis.
What sepsis looks like in babies and young children.
What sepsis looks like in teenagers and adults.
What sepsis looks like in older people.
How sepsis can look different in people with other health problems.
Simple case examples to help you practise.

3. How Sepsis Happens and Who is Most at Risk

How an infection can turn into sepsis.
What happens inside the body during sepsis.
Common causes of sepsis (like chest or urine infections).
Who is more likely to get sepsis (like babies, older people, or those with weak immune systems).
How to help stop sepsis before it starts.

4. How to Use the Sepsis Six Steps

What the “Sepsis Six” means.
Giving oxygen.
Taking blood cultures.
Giving antibiotics through a drip.
Giving fluids through a drip.
Checking the level of lactic acid.
Measuring how much the person is peeing.
How to follow these steps quickly and safely.
Practise using the steps in real-life situations.

5. Using the NEWS2 Tool to Check How Ill Someone Is

What NEWS2 stands for (National Early Warning Score 2).
How to use it to see how poorly someone is.
What the scores mean.
When to take action.
Practise using NEWS2 with examples.

6. Review and Summary

Go over the main things you’ve learned.
Short test to check your knowledge.
Work through one last case example.
Share what you’ve learned and give feedback.

Learning Outcome:

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Recognise Sepsis Presentation Across the Lifespan: By the end of the course, learners will reliably recognise the early and advanced signs of sepsis in diverse patient populations, facilitating prompt intervention.
Demonstrate Knowledge of Sepsis Pathophysiology and Risk Factors: Learners will explain how infections progress to sepsis and identify key risk factors and vulnerable patient groups, improving clinical decision-making.
Implement the Sepsis Six Pathway: Learners will confidently implement the Sepsis Six protocol, ensuring timely delivery of lifesaving interventions, adhering to national and local clinical guidelines.
Utilise NEWS2 in Assessing Sepsis Severity

Who should take this Sepsis Awareness course?

This course is suitable for a wide range of people who are involved in patient care and need to understand how to spot and respond to sepsis.

These are the people who should take this course:

Healthcare workers (nurses, doctors, and other medical staff).
Care home staff.
Ambulance and paramedic teams.
Support workers in healthcare settings.
Community care workers.
Hospital staff (e.g., healthcare assistants, ward staff).
People who work with vulnerable groups.
Anyone working in settings where patient care is provided.

Taking this course will help ensure that everyone involved in care can act quickly and confidently when sepsis is suspected.

Course Benefits: Sepsis Awareness Training

This Sepsis Awareness Training course will help you learn how to spot sepsis early and know what to do. Here are some of the main benefits:

Learn how to spot the signs of sepsis in adults and children.
Understand what causes sepsis and who is most at risk.
Learn how to use the NEWS2 chart to check how ill someone is.
Know how to follow the Sepsis Six steps to give quick treatment.
Learn what to do and who to tell if someone might have sepsis.
Understand UK rules and advice for sepsis care.
Improve how you speak to others and write things down clearly.
Feel more confident when making care decisions.
Get a CPD certificate to show you have completed the training.
Improve your skills and show you care about keeping patients safe.

By the end of the course, you will feel more ready to help people who may have sepsis and know when to act quickly.

Career Opportunity

Completing a half-day Sepsis Awareness Training can help you in your current job and support your future career in health or care work. Even short training like this shows that you are serious about learning and keeping patients safe.

After completing this training, you will:

Show that you understand how to spot and respond to sepsis.
Be more confident in caring for patients who may be very unwell.
Have a CPD certificate to add to your CV or staff record.
Be better prepared for roles in hospitals, care homes, or in the community.
Show employers that you are ready to take quick action in an emergency.

This short course helps you build strong, useful skills that can make a real difference in your job and future career.

Sepsis Awareness FAQs

1. Who is this course for?

This course is for anyone working in health or care settings, such as nurses, care workers, support staff, or anyone who looks after people who may get very ill.

2. Do I need any experience to join?

No. You do not need any special training or experience. The course is suitable for both beginners and those with some care experience.

3. How long does the course take?

The course takes about 2 to 3 hours to complete. It can be done in half a day.

4. Will I get a Sepsis Awareness certificate?

Yes. After completing the course, you will get a CPD-accredited certificate to show you have completed the training.

5. What will I learn in this course?

You will learn how to spot the signs of sepsis, what to do if you think someone has it, and how to act quickly using tools like NEWS2 and the Sepsis Six steps.

6. Is the course online or in person?

The course can be offered online (virtual) or in person, depending on your preference. We offer this training for group (max. class size 12)

Sepsis Awareness Training Course