Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) and Outpatient Clinics/Services (Aug 19 - 21, 2024)

Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) and Outpatient Clinics/Services is organized by Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) and will be held from Aug 19 - 21, 2024 at Boston Marriott Copley Place, Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America.

Description:
The course introduces the various roles and responsibilities of the infection preventionist (IP) working in Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) and Outpatient Clinics/Services.

Over four days, you’ll cover the fundamental components of infection prevention and control in Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) and Outpatient Clinics/Services., including risk assessment, how to develop an effective infection prevention program to protect patients, accrediting and regulatory compliance, and the evidence-based best practices that improve patient, staff, and facility safety.

This fast-paced intensive education opportunity is led by experienced faculty who teach complex concepts in everyday language, facilitate smaller group activities, lead Q&A sessions, and encourage the sharing of individual experiences. Enrollment is limited for each class to ensure a quality learning experience and enhanced networking.

Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, attendees will be able to:

• Develop an effective IPC risk assessment plan, and understand IPC program management related to employees, environment, population health, devices, procedures, and quality improvement.
• Understand the core principles of IPC including epidemiology, microbiology, pathogens and diseases, construction, and cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization basics.
• Define the role of the IP across the continuum of care.
• Identify key drivers and components of a high-performing IPC team and program, including surveillance, product evaluation, quality improvement, and survey readiness in ASC contexts.
• Apply APIC’s updated Competency Model to your work and professional development.

Course Components:
To complete this course and the available 34 CE Credits, participants must complete all program components:

• Three days of training led by experienced instructors  *Attendance is mandatory for this course.*
• Five online modules to reinforce learning.
• Limited enrollment for each class to ensure a quality learning experience and enhanced networking.
• Pre-and post-course self-evaluation.
• Program evaluation.

Why Attend:

• Surgery Center and Outpatient Clinics/Services for 3 days.
• Fast-paced blended learning approach that maximizes your time out of the office.
• Certificate of achievement that demonstrates your completion of competency-based program requirements and boosts your credibility.