Infection Control Training for New York State Healthcare Professionals

Infection Control Training for New York State Healthcare Professionals is organized by Wild Iris Medical Education, Inc.

Expiration Date: 2026-10-01

Course Description:
NEW YORK STATE MANDATED INFECTION CONTROL COURSE. NYSED- and NYSDOH-approved 4-contact-hour training covers infection prevention, infection control practices and procedures, barriers, PPE, safe environment principles, and preventing transmission of infectious disease to and from healthcare workers. Must be taken every four years. Bestseller course!

Course Learning Objectives:
1) Summarize the principles and practices of infection prevention and control.
2) Describe the modes and mechanisms of the transmission of pathogenic organisms, including the chain of infection.
3) Discuss engineering and work practice controls designed to reduce patient and healthcare worker exposure to infectious materials.
4) Identify barriers and personal protective equipment for protection from exposure to potentially infectious material.
5) Describe the principles and practices for cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization in the healthcare environment.
6) Identify occupational health strategies for preventing the transmission of bloodborne and other pathogens to and from healthcare workers.
7) Recognize suspected sepsis and methods to prevent it.