Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (ANTT)

This practical ANTT course is ideal for all clinical staff with responsibility for maintaining sterile standards.

Course Length. 3.5 hours

Introduction

Our half-day Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (ANTT) Training Course is designed to provide healthcare staff with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to carry out clinical procedures safely, consistently, and in line with current best practice. Ideal for professionals working in care homes, community settings, clinics, and healthcare environments, this engaging course covers the principles of infection prevention, key parts and key sites, hand hygiene, risk assessment, and the correct application of ANTT during everyday procedures. Delegates will leave with greater confidence, improved competence, and a stronger understanding of how effective aseptic technique helps protect patients and reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections.

Course Contents

Introduction to Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (ANTT) principles
Importance of ANTT in preventing infection and promoting patient safety
Relevant legislation, professional standards, and best practice guidance
Understanding contamination, cross infection, and healthcare-associated infections
Key parts and key sites – identifying and protecting critical areas
Effective hand hygiene and standard infection prevention precautions
Preparing a clean and safe working environment
Risk assessment prior to clinical procedures
Selection and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Safe handling of sterile equipment and consumables
Maintaining asepsis during clinical procedures
Applying non-touch technique in practice
Common procedures where ANTT is used (e.g. wound care, catheter care, injections, dressings)
Recognising and responding to breaks in aseptic technique
Waste disposal and decontamination of equipment
Documentation, reporting, and accountability
Practical scenarios / demonstrations to reinforce learning
Questions, discussion, and competency review

Course Outcomes

Successful completion of this training course will result in the award of a CPD accredited certificate covering all aspects of the above course contents.