Infection Control Essentials in Healthcare Settings

Infection Control Essentials in Healthcare Settings English
Last update Mar 2026

Overview

Infection control is a vital component of safe and effective healthcare delivery. This course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practices to minimize the risk of infection transmission within clinical environments. Through clear explanations and practical guidance, participants will gain the confidence to uphold the highest standards of hygiene and safety in their daily work. Whether in hospitals, clinics, or other care settings, mastering infection control is key to protecting both patients and staff.

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What I will learn?

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Define the basic principles of infection control and explain its significance in healthcare settings.
2. Describe the chain of infection and identify practical methods to interrupt it.
3. Apply standard precautions such as hand hygiene, use of PPE, and safe injection practices.
4. Differentiate between contact, droplet, and airborne precautions and know when to apply each.
5. Demonstrate proper procedures for donning and doffing PPE safely.
6. Identify proper techniques for cleaning and disinfecting equipment and patient environments.
7. Explain safe handling and disposal methods for medical waste and sharps.

Course Format

- The course is delivered through pre-recorded video clips, designed to be concise and easy to follow. Participants can access the content at their own pace.
- Learning will be assessed through a pre- and post-course exam to measure knowledge improvement and understanding of key concepts.
- Course Language: English
- Attention: Please ensure that you complete all the course

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Instructors 1 Distinguished Speakers

VMA

DR. FARES SAAD

Physician , Infectious Disease

VMA

DR. FARES SAAD

Physician , Infectious Disease

Recorded Programs

.Exam.
Quiz ( 25 Min )
Due Date  10/10/2025

Lessons 1
Exam 1

Introduction Part 1

Lessons 1
On-Demand 1

Intro - Why IPC Matteras - Patient Related Risk Part 1

Procedure & Device Risks - Healthcare Worker Risks- Environmental & System Risks Part 1

Lessons 2
On-Demand 2

Intro - Epidemiological Triad - Chain of Infection - Causative Agent Part 1

Reservoir - Portal of Exit - Modes of Transmission - Portal of Entry Part 1

Susceptible Host - Breaking The Chain of Infection Part 1

Lessons 3
On-Demand 3

Intro - Standard Precautions Part 1

Hand Hygiene Part 1

PPEs - N95 Fit Test Part 1

How to use PAPR Mask - Aseptic Technique Part 1

Lessons 4
On-Demand 4

Intro-Transmission Based Precautions - Mechanism of Airborne Spread Part 1

Importance of Airborne Infection Isolation Rooms (AIIRs) - Aerosol Generating Procedures - Patient Placement - Combined Isolation - Isolated Patient Transfer Part 1

Lessons 2
On-Demand 2

Intro - Spaulding Classification - Cleaning, Disinfection, And Sterilization - Biofilm Part 1

Environmental Cleaning & Disinfection - Approved Chemical Disinfection Protocols - Biological Spills Part 1

Lessons 2
On-Demand 2

Intro - Waste Management in Infection Control Part 1

Safe Injection Practices - Management of Blood and Body fluid Exposure Part 1

Lessons 2
On-Demand 2

Intro - Essential Case Definitions for Infection Control Readiness - Emerging Diseases & Preparedness Part 1

Lessons 1
On-Demand 1

.Exam.
Quiz ( 25 Min )
Due Date  10/10/2025

Evaluation

Materials
Lessons 2
On-Demand 1
Exam 1

Prices Details

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Infection Control Essentials in Healthcare Settings

69 SAR
VAT 15% Included

Additional items to the activity

Optional Details Type Fee
Infection Control Essentials in Healthcare Settings Certificate

Accreditation

Certificate Free
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  • calendar 10 Oct 2025 to 05 Oct 2026
  • quality Certificate Available
  • cme Infection Control Essentials in Healthcare Settings Certificate - 4 CPD Hours
  • marker On-Demand
  • adjust Access materiel is from 2025-10-10 00:00:00 to 2026-10-05 23:59:00
  • Registration Policy Full Course
  • Completion Role You must attend all the Sessions
  • Refund Policy No Refund
  • Registration Close Date: 10 Sep 2026 23:59:00
69 SAR