ABOUT:
Certified Infection Control (CIC®) holders play a crucial role in safeguarding public health through standardized measures in infection prevention. Infection Perfectionists (IPs) demonstrate their mastery by successfully passing a comprehensive examination, underscoring their commitment to continuous improvement and patient safety. This certification not only ensures international recognition of proficiency in infection control but also enhances professional credibility, validating a dedication to ongoing growth in the field. Employers recognize and value the expertise of CIC® holders, appreciating their commitment to professional development and utilizing their skills to advance infection prevention and control initiatives.
CERTIFICATION BODY: Certified Board of Infection Epidemiology
LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
- Assessment of Patient Safety Culture:
- Discuss methods to assess patient safety culture.
- Steps to educate and promote a culture of safety among staff and patients.
- Aligning Patient Safety Strategy with Organizational Goals:
- Importance of aligning patient safety strategy with organizational objectives.
- Establishing metrics to measure patient safety responsibilities.
- Risk Identification and Management:
- Applying mechanisms to identify, analyze, and manage risks.
- Utilizing appropriate tools for risk assessment and mitigation.
- Patient Safety Data Collection and Analysis:
- Identifying methods for collecting patient safety data.
- Using statistical and qualitative tools to analyze and interpret the data effectively.
- External Influences on Patient Safety:
- Discussing external factors impacting patient safety.
- Ensuring compliance with requirements from relevant regulatory agencies.
EXAM INFORMATION:
- Question Format: Consists of 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- Examination Duration: Candidates have 3 hours to complete the examination.
- Question Types: Includes recall, application, and analysis questions to assess different levels of understanding.
- Examination Format: Conducted via Computer-Based Testing (CBT) at AMP Examination Centers.
RE CERTIFICATION:
- Renew CIC® credential in every three years by earning 45 CEUs
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Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 13 Lessons
- 40 Hours
- CONTENT:13
- 1.1Inpatient Facilities and Related Hospital Departments
- 1.2Anatomy and Medical Terminology Review
- 1.3Pharmacology
- 1.4Inpatient Documentation and Coding
- 1.5Inpatient Diagnosis Coding – General Guidelines
- 1.6Inpatient Diagnosis Coding – Chapter Specific Guidelines
- 1.7ICD-10-PCS Procedure Coding
- 1.8CMS and Inpatient Prospective Payment Systems
- 1.9Outpatient Prospective Payment Systems
- 1.10Regulatory and Payer Requirements
- 1.11Business in the Facility
- 1.12Compliance in the Facility
- 1.13Inpatient Coding Cases
Requirements
- Industry Requirement: Must work in healthcare.
- Data Participation: Actively involved in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting infection prevention data.
- Surveillance Involvement: Engaged in investigating and surveilling suspected outbreaks of infection.
- Primary Role: Infection prevention and control should be a primary responsibility.
- Qualification Criteria:
Current registration/certification with the appropriate governing body, OR
Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of infection prevention and control experience, including specific activities like data analysis, outbreak investigation, and additional roles as specified.
Target audiences
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed or Registered Practical Nurse
- Nurse Practitioner
- Medical Technologist
- Physician
- Respiratory Therapist