This basic infection control on-line course is divided into 7 modules A through G. Several of the modules  have video components to reinforce instruction. Each module must be completed with a grade of 80% on a short quiz before moving to the next. Topics are: NC infection control laws; OSHA standards, epidemiology and risk of infection, outbreaks and safe injection practices, principles and practice of asepsis, disinfection and sterilization, and application of cleaning-disinfection in the environment. After completing the modules, learners evaluate the course and obtain an auto-filled course completion certificate. The course is self-paced; learners can log in and out as needed.

Activity Approval Statement:

This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by the North Carolina Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.  ANCC Approver A0141.  NCNA Approval Number: 9604

Criteria for awarding contact hours:

·       Learners must attend the entire educational activity.

·       Learners must successfully complete a post-test (attendee must score 80% or higher) at the end of each module.

NOTE: Courses must be completed within 90 days or re-registration and payment will be required.

Evaluation of knowledge gained:

Learners will be asked to select a presentation/module where they gained knowledge. Using an open-ended response option, learners will list practice(s) related to infection prevention that they intend to change as a result of knowledge gained during the activity and state how they will implement that change.

Disclosures to Learners

Robert Cooney, DrPH, MPH, ME, BSN, RN, CIC was an advisor to PDI.  The financial relationship has ended.

Evelyn Cook, RN, CIC, has no relevant financial relationships.

Jennifer Hubbard, MHA has no relevant financial relationships.


Expiration date 6/9/2027