Certificate in Infection Prevention Professional Development
-- viewing nowThe Certificate in Infection Prevention Professional Development course is a vital program designed to equip learners with essential skills in infection prevention. This course could not be more relevant in today's healthcare landscape, where the prevention of healthcare-associated infections is a top priority.
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• Infection Prevention Fundamentals: Understanding of basic principles of infection prevention and control, including modes of transmission, chain of infection, and standard precautions.
• Hand Hygiene: Importance of hand hygiene in preventing infections, techniques for hand washing and use of hand sanitizers, and compliance monitoring.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Types of PPE, proper use, removal, and disposal, and ensuring appropriate availability and fit-testing.
• Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection: Best practices for cleaning and disinfection, selection and use of cleaning agents, and monitoring of cleaning effectiveness.
• Instrument Processing and Sterilization: Sterilization techniques, monitoring of sterilization processes, and management of contaminated instruments.
• Occupational Health and Safety: Identification and management of bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, and sharps injuries, and compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs): Understanding of common HAIs, epidemiology, risk factors, and strategies for prevention and control.
• Antimicrobial Stewardship: Importance of antimicrobial stewardship, principles of appropriate antimicrobial use, and monitoring of antimicrobial resistance.
• Surveillance and Reporting: Implementing effective surveillance systems for infection prevention, interpreting surveillance data, and reporting requirements for HAIs.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course Status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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