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Hand Hygiene in Dental Practice - Level 1 - e-learning Course - ComplyPlus™ LMS - The Mandatory Training Group UK -
CPD-Accredited Hand Hygiene in Dental Practice - Level 1 - eLearning Course - ComplyPlus™ LMS - The Mandatory Training Group UK -
Online Hand Hygiene in Dental Practice - Level 1 Course - ComplyPlus™ LMS - The Mandatory Training Group UK -

Hand Hygiene in Dental Practice - Level 1

Trusted by over 1 million learners, The Mandatory Training Group delivers accredited courses through ComplyPlus™ LMS, our AI-powered, interactive e-learning platform. Designed for compliance and impact, our training supports CQC, Ofsted, HSE and other regulatory standards.

Price:

£14.99 + VAT

Level:

1

Duration:

1 hour

Method:

Fully online 24/7 via ComplyPlus™ LMS

Platform:

Desktop, Laptop, Mobile, Tablet

Course access expiry:

365 days

Certificate validity:

3 years - CPD-accredited, instant digital certificate on completion

Last updated:

20 May 2026 (V2.6)

Accepted payments:

Course overview

CPD-Accredited | CQC & HSE Compliant | ComplyPlus™ LMS

This Hand Hygiene in Dental Practice Level 1 online course provides essential knowledge to support effective infection prevention and control in dental settings. It focuses on key hand-hygiene moments, method selection, glove use and techniques to reduce cross-contamination risks in clinical environments. Learners will develop confidence in applying safe, reliable and inspection-ready hand hygiene practices in line with UK infection prevention, regulatory and professional standards.

Course content

This Hand Hygiene in Dental Practice e-learning course covers:

  • Importance of hand hygiene as a core infection prevention and control measure in dentistry
  • Key hand-hygiene moments, including patient surroundings and task transitions in clinical workflows
  • Choosing appropriate methods, including hand washing and alcohol hand rubbing
  • Essential techniques for full coverage, drying and contamination prevention
  • Safe glove use and understanding the glove interface in dental settings
  • Nail, jewellery and skin care considerations for safer compliance
  • Evidence requirements, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training records, audit feedback and inspection-ready compliance processes.

Who is this course for?

This Hand Hygiene in Dental Practice eLearning course is for:

  • Dentists, dental nurses, hygienists, therapists and orthodontic staff
  • Practice managers and decontamination leads
  • Staff supporting clinical areas and surgery turnaround
  • Reception staff entering clinical environments
  • Locums, temporary staff and new starters requiring refresher training and infection prevention and control awareness.

Aims

The aims of this Hand Hygiene in Dental Practice online course are to:

  • Improve understanding of hand hygiene principles, techniques and compliance requirements within dental settings, including safe glove use, method selection and effective infection prevention practices in clinical workflows
  • Strengthen the ability to apply effective hand hygiene procedures to reduce cross-contamination risks, support safer patient care and maintain inspection-ready infection prevention and control standards within professional dental environments.

Learning objectives

This Hand Hygiene in Dental Practice e-learning course will:

  • Explain the role of hand hygiene in infection prevention and control within dental environments and clinical workflows
  • Describe key moments and triggers for performing hand hygiene during patient care, surgery turnaround and task transitions
  • Demonstrate correct method selection, including hand washing and alcohol hand rubbing techniques
  • Explain essential techniques for effective hand hygiene coverage, drying and contamination prevention
  • Describe safe glove use and the importance of the glove interface in dental practice
  • Explain risks associated with nails, jewellery and poor skin care in clinical settings
  • Outline evidence requirements, including SOPs, training records, audit feedback and inspection-ready compliance processes.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this Hand Hygiene in Dental Practice eLearning course, you will be able to:

  • Define hand hygiene and explain its role in infection prevention and control within dentistry and patient safety
  • Identify key hand-hygiene moments, including patient surroundings, task transitions and clinical workflows
  • Select appropriate hand hygiene methods in different dental and clinical scenarios safely
  • Apply effective hand washing and alcohol hand rub techniques correctly and consistently
  • Demonstrate correct hand hygiene before and after glove use during dental procedures
  • Recognise risks associated with jewellery, nails and poor skin care in clinical settings
  • Describe evidence required to support compliance, audit processes and inspection readiness within professional dental practice settings.

Course assessment

  • Multiple-choice knowledge assessment with a minimum pass mark of 80%
  • Assessment questions mapped directly to course learning outcomes
  • Unlimited assessment retakes included
  • Confirms knowledge required for effective hand hygiene and infection prevention practice.

Course certification

  • CPD-accredited digital certificate issued on successful course completion
  • Certificate available for immediate download as a secure PDF
  • Supports evidence of hand hygiene competence and infection prevention and control compliance
  • Certificate authenticity can be verified via the ComplyPlus™ platform.

Refresher requirements

  • This course certificate should be refreshed every 3 years
  • Earlier refresher is advised if legislation, guidance, workplace policy, or risk assessments change.

Course accreditation

  • Externally reviewed and accredited by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service, ensuring high-quality training meeting international standards
  • Supports Care Quality Commission (CQC) and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) compliance expectations
  • Informed by UK infection prevention legislation and World Health Organization (WHO) hand hygiene guidance. 

Frequently asked questions

Why is this online hand hygiene course in dental practice important?
Hand hygiene is a key infection prevention and control measure. This online course helps reduce the risk of cross-contamination and supports safe, compliant dental practice.
Who should take this hand hygiene e-learning course in dental practice?
This e-learning course is suitable for dental professionals, clinical staff, and anyone working in or entering dental care environments.
What does this hand hygiene eLearning course in dental practice cover?
This eLearning course covers hand hygiene moments, glove use, drying techniques, and dental Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) compliance procedures.
How do I log on to the eLearning platform?
After purchasing a course, you'll receive an email with your login details and a platform access link to ComplyPlus? LMS (optimised for Google Chrome). Your email address will serve as your fixed username. To avoid access issues, ensure your purchase information is accurate and up to date.
I haven't received my login details. What should I do?
Your login details are emailed automatically right after purchase. Please check your Spam or Junk folder, as some email providers (like Google or Yahoo) may direct them there.
How do I download my certificate(s)?

Once you have successfully completed the end-of-course assessment with a passing score, your certificate will be made available online on ComplyPlus? LMS . It is issued in a quality-assured PDF format and can be downloaded directly from the platform.

Once available, you can:

  • Download the certificate directly to your device
  • Save a digital copy for your records
  • Print a physical copy if needed.

No physical copy will be mailed, as all certificates are issued electronically for convenience and instant access.

Can I request name changes on certificates?

Learners are not allowed to change their names directly in the LMS. This is to ensure that the name reflected on the certificate belongs to the actual individual who completed the course and to prevent the risk of name forgery or transferring certificates to others.

If you need to request a name change, please contact our Support Team by submitting your concern through this form. Kindly include a clear reason for the change and any supporting documentation required for verification.

Do you give discounts for bulk purchases?

Yes, we offer competitive volume discounts for organisations enrolling multiple candidates in any of our online training courses. To view our current volume discount options, click here.

Login steps

  1. If you are a New User, check the email you provided for the login instructions
  2. If they are not in your Inbox, please check your Junk/Spam folder
  3. Follow the instructions provided and proceed to the LMS
  4. If you are an Existing User, proceed to your account
  5. If you cannot remember your account password, click here
  6. If you bought 1 license, you can either assign the course to yourself or another person once you log in
  7. If you bought 2 or more licenses of the same course, a group account will be automatically created so you can add and monitor your learners.

Need Help? Contact our support team via Live Chat for quicker assistance or email info@mandatorytraining.co.uk

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