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  • ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN HOSPITAL INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL (AC-HIPC)

    Duration: 3 Months
    Course Fee: ?5999
    Mode of Learning: Online / Hybrid
    Offered By: Skillversity

    COURSE OVERVIEW

    The Advanced Certificate in Hospital Infection Prevention and Control (AC-HIPC) is a focused professional program designed to strengthen the knowledge and practical skills required to prevent and control infections in healthcare settings. The course emphasizes evidence-based infection prevention strategies, patient and healthcare worker safety, surveillance practices, and compliance with hospital infection control standards. It is suitable for healthcare professionals seeking advanced, short-term training in infection prevention and quality care.

    COURSE OBJECTIVES

    The objectives of the AC-HIPC program are to:

    Develop a comprehensive understanding of infection prevention principles
    Strengthen knowledge of hospital-acquired infections and their prevention
    Train learners in standard and transmission-based precautions
    Enhance competency in sterilization, disinfection, and environmental hygiene
    Introduce infection surveillance and reporting mechanisms
    Prepare learners to support infection control initiatives in healthcare facilities

    DETAILED COURSE SYLLABUS

    MONTH 1: FOUNDATIONS OF INFECTION PREVENTION

    Principles of infection prevention and control
    Chain of infection and modes of transmission
    Overview of hospital-acquired infections
    Role and responsibilities of infection control personnel
    National and international infection prevention guidelines

    MONTH 2: CORE PRACTICES IN HOSPITAL INFECTION CONTROL

    Standard precautions and hand hygiene
    Personal protective equipment and isolation practices
    Environmental cleaning and disinfection
    Sterilization and disinfection of medical equipment
    Biomedical waste management and linen handling

    MONTH 3: SURVEILLANCE, QUALITY, AND PRACTICAL APPLICATION

    Infection surveillance systems and reporting
    Monitoring healthcare-associated infections
    Outbreak investigation and control
    Antimicrobial resistance and antibiotic stewardship
    Infection prevention in special areas such as ICU, OT, NICU
    Final assessment, case studies, and course review

    BENEFITS OF THE COURSE

    Enhances practical knowledge of infection prevention and control
    Supports safer patient care and improved healthcare quality
    Builds skills applicable across hospitals and healthcare settings
    Improves compliance with infection control standards and guidelines
    Strengthens professional credentials in a high-demand healthcare domain
    Provides flexible learning suitable for working professionals

    WHO SHOULD ATTEND

    Doctors
    Nurses
    Infection control nurses
    Quality and safety officers
    Hospital administrators
    Paramedical and allied healthcare staff

    WHY CHOOSE SKILLVERSITY

    Skillversity offers industry-oriented healthcare certification programs
    Courses are designed to meet current healthcare quality standards
    Training delivered by experienced healthcare professionals
    Affordable course fees with strong learning value
    Emphasis on practical knowledge and real-world application
    Certification awarded upon successful completion

    COURSE OUTCOMES

    Ability to apply infection prevention measures effectively
    Improved understanding of hospital infection risks and controls
    Knowledge of surveillance and reporting practices
    Competence in supporting infection prevention programs
    Preparedness to contribute to patient safety and quality initiatives