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Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control for Nurses

Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control for Nurses

The Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control for Nurses is a comprehensive three-month course designed to equip you with essential knowledge and skills in infection control, a critical area of...

Duration

3 Months

CPD Points

10

from CPD Standards UK & ACCME

Medvarsity Points

1,000

Earn Upon Completion

$

BUNDLE OFFER

$495
Total Price$707
$506
Total Price$723

Overview

The Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control for Nurses is a highly sought-after course that prepares you with the latest knowledge and skills in infection control, a critical area of expertise for nurses in any healthcare setting. It outlines the basic tenets of infection prevention, including surveillance principles, outbreak investigation, maintenance of high cleanliness standards, and aseptic techniques during the usage and maintenance of invasive devices.

With the rise of nosocomial infections, antibiotic resistance, and the COVID-19 pandemic, addressing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) is challenging for the healthcare industry. Hence, there is a demand for highly skilled and qualified nurses with the technical competence to implement and follow infection control programs.

This Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control for Nurses covers the sources and modes of transmission of HAI, the nursing principles and practices to decrease their impact, the protection of healthcare workers, infection control precautions for the hospital environment, cleaning and sterilization, and various risk management strategies

After successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control for Nurses. This certification is a valuable asset for nurses looking to advance their careers in infection prevention and control and committed to providing the highest standards of patient care.

Eligibility

  • Nurses

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Curriculum

  • Healthcare-associated Infections - Part 1
  • Healthcare-associated Infections - Part 2
  • Video: Healthcare-associated Infections

Pedagogy

  • Focused Curriculum: Cover key areas such as surveillance principles, outbreak investigation, maintenance of cleanliness standards, and aseptic techniques.
  • Expert-Led Instruction: Learn from experienced professionals who bring both academic and real-world insights into infection prevention and control.

Faculty & Disclosures

Dr Agnes Therady

Dr Agnes Therady

Senior Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer, Franciscan Hospitals

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Course enrollment
  • How can I enroll in the Medvarsity courses?

You can enroll in a course by clicking on the “Buy Now” option available on the course page that you want to opt for.


  • I am not a registered medical professional. Can I still sign up for a course?

To sign up and access a course, you need to be a registered healthcare professional and must upload your certificate or valid license copy in our portal before you sign up for any course.

2. Course delivery
  • How to access the course material online?

Go to “medvarsity.com” and login via your mobile number or email id. You will receive an OTP to the registered mobile number or email. Enter the “OTP” and click “Continue” to login. After logging in, click on your profile and go to “My Courses” to access the enrolled course. By clicking “Start” on the course card, you will be directed to the learning page where you can access the content online.

  • Can I download the videos to study offline?

Our videos cannot be downloaded as they are available online only. However, you can view the videos at any time within the time frame of the course.

  • Are classes available offline?

The entire course content is delivered online through the Medvarsity website “medvarsity.com” in the form of videos, reading material, etc.

  • Can I pause a module in the middle and finish it later?

Yes. Once you begin a module, it will be updated in your Medvarsity portfolio under “My Courses,” wherein you can continue and complete the modules at your own pace.  However, you should complete it within the time frame of the course.

  • Are the courses available in other languages?

All the Medvarsity courses are written and presented in English only.

  • How can I get my course duration extended?

To extend the course duration, please write to us at " [email protected] ". You can extend the course duration, however you will be charged based on the extension period needed.

3. Assessments
  • How and in what format are the course assessments made?

Assessments are conducted at multiple intervals as the course progresses. Each chapter ends with a multiple-choice quiz.


  • What if I am not able to clear the quiz at each level or the final assessment on the first attempt?

You will be given three attempts to clear the quiz at each level. If you are unable to clear the final assessment in three attempts, you will have to pay re-activation fees. Please write us at “[email protected]” for any further queries.


  • What if I feel a question is wrongly framed or an answer is wrongly marked in an assessment?

If you feel something is incorrect, you can write us at “[email protected].”

4. Certification
  • What certification will I get at the end of the course?

You will get the course certificate upon meeting the completion criteria with a minimum score of 60% in the final assessment. You will receive a certificate from Medvarsity with your name, course name, and completion date, which will be generated in your account. No salutations will be added to the name on the certificate.


  • Do I get a hard copy of the certificate?

The certificate is accessible online, where it can also be downloaded and printed.


  • What happens if I lose my certificate?

The certificate can be downloaded anytime from your account. However, we can provide the certificate if our team has valid information with proof of completion.

5. Feedback
  • What if I have any concerns regarding the program delivery or suggestions to improve the quality of the course?

For any feedback regarding the course, you can write us at “[email protected].”

Course Fee

$277