About Course

This continuing education course provides healthcare professionals with a comprehensive review of infection prevention and control principles in healthcare settings. The course examines the chain of infection, modes of transmission, standard and transmission-based precautions, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), hand hygiene, environmental cleaning, prevention of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), isolation protocols, and the nurse’s professional responsibilities in maintaining patient and staff safety. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based infection control strategies, regulatory compliance, patient education, and reduction of infection-related complications. 

What you'll learn

  • Upon completion, the participant will be able to:
  • Describe principles of infection control and the chain of infection.
  • Identify common modes of infection transmission.
  • Apply standard and transmission-based precautions appropriately.
  • Demonstrate proper PPE use and infection prevention techniques.
  • Implement evidence-based strategies to prevent healthcare-associated infections.

Course Content

Infection Control and Prevention in Healthcare Settings

  • Course Completion Requirements
  • Course Overview
  • Clinical Case Scenario
  • Learning Modules
  • Course Evaluation and Learner Attestation
  • Certificate of Completion