Infection Control Nursing Course (self - paced)
Brought to you by CAHO
Brought to you by CAHO
Welcome to SkillsForMED!
How to use this course
ICN Course Structure
What is Online Learning
Benefits and Challenges of Online Learning
Tips for Online Learning
Welcome to ICN course
Module Overview
ICN Course Overview
Assignment: Roles and responsibilities of infection control nurse (ICN)
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Roles and Responsibilities of ICN
Assignment Resources: ICN Roles and Responsibilities -Guest lecture
Module Overview
Pre-test: Epidemiology
Introduction
Definition
Hospital Epidemiology
Disease Transmission Process
Causative Agent
Reservoir
Portal of Exit
Transmission
Portal of entry
Susceptible host
Carriers of Infection
Breaking the Chain of Infection
Emerging Infectious Diseases
Resource: Emerging Re-emerging Infectious Diseases
Post-test: Epidemiology
Assignment: Applying chain of Infection concepts at the bedside
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Assignment Resources: Chain of Infection Concept at the Bedside
Reminder!
Module Overview
Introduction to Standard Precautions- Review
Pre-test: Standard Precaution
Standard Precautions-What?
Hand Hygiene - How?
Hand Hygiene-Why?
Hand Hygiene-When?
Donning and Doffing of PPE
Personal Protective Equipment
Correct Usage of Gloves
Wearing and Removing Clean Gloves
Injection and Infusion Safety
Setting up a Clean Injection Preparation Area
Skin Preparation-Best Practices
Scrub the Hub
Safe Use of Ampoules and Vials
Safe disposal and Reuse Policy
Recapping Needles
One-Handed Recapping Technique
Prevention of Needlestick Injuries
Needlestick Injury Care
Engineering Controls
Learn from experienced healthcare professionals with hands-on experience in infection control. Our instructors bring years of practice in high-risk settings, sharing valuable insights that will help you navigate complex infection control scenarios.
This course is self-paced, allowing you to progress at your convenience. Most learners complete it within 4-6 weeks, depending on their schedule.
There are no strict prerequisites, but it is ideal for healthcare professionals, especially nurses, who have a basic understanding of patient care.
The course is entirely online with video lectures, interactive quizzes, downloadable materials, and real-world case studies.
The course duration is 16 hours.
Absolutely! Our instructors are available to support you , and you can connect with fellow learners through our WhatsApp community for additional support.
No, there are no contact classes. However, we will have regular webinars every three months to update you.
Yes, upon successful completion of all modules and the final assessment, you will receive a certification recognized by healthcare employers.
There is no validity or time limit for this certificate.
Completing the ICN course offers a great career boost, with the opportunity to take the national-level certification exam on Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) conducted by CAHO at a discounted fee. For detailed information on the exam, including the syllabus, refer to the CICP brochure on the CAHO website.