SCFHS-accredited course

Principle of Infection Prevention Control Skills

Price49 SAR
Accredited hours6 CME hrs
Time3:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Date16 November 2026
Specialities Forum For Health Training Center
Live online via Zoom SCFHS-accredited Attendance certificate Hours uploaded 2-4 days after the course

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Why This Course

Your First Line ⁠​⁠of Defense for a Safe Healthcare Environment! Infection prevention skills are the fundamental bedrock of patient and practitioner safety. This focused course (accredited with 6 CME hours) provides comprehensive, practical training on essential infection control measures—from mastering hand hygiene and optimizing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to safely managing needle stick injuries and Multi-Drug Resistant Organisms (MDROs). Enrolling in this program ensures your clinical practice aligns with the highest standards of occupational safety and quality care.

Course Objectives
Dig deeper into ⁠​⁠the proper utilization of Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPRs).
Classify microorganisms and ⁠​⁠understand their transmission dynamics in clinical settings.
Optimize the selection and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Demonstrate and implement evidence-based infection prevention bundles.
Identify specific clinical ⁠​⁠situations where isolation precautions are strictly necessary.
Define and differentiate ⁠​⁠between standard precautions and transmission-based precautions.
Execute proper protocols ⁠​⁠for needle stick injuries and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP).
Describe specific infection ⁠​⁠control precautions tailored for various infectious diseases.
Explain the critical ⁠​⁠importance of infection prevention and control measures in safeguarding healthcare environments.
Implement effective, hospital-wide ⁠​⁠hand hygiene strategies and compliance programs.
Identify recommended vaccinations ⁠​⁠and immunizations for healthcare staff protection.
Scientific Topics

Principles of Infection ⁠​⁠Prevention and Control: Integrated Strategies for a Safe Healthcare Environment

Infection prevention is ⁠​⁠an indispensable component of daily clinical practice, ensuring the safety of healthcare professionals and significantly reducing patient morbidity. This specialized course is designed to equip practitioners with foundational knowledge and applied skills in infection control, grounded in the latest scientific guidelines and global safety protocols.

Foundations of IPC, Hand Hygiene, and MDRO Management
The program begins ⁠​⁠by establishing a thorough understanding of the infection prevention world, focusing on the biological theories behind infection causes and microorganism classification. Significant emphasis is placed on mastering hospital-wide hand hygiene strategies as a primary preventive measure. The sessions also explore the clinical impact of Multi-Drug Resistant Organisms (MDROs), detailing the precise implementation of prevention bundles, standard precautions, and transmission-based isolation protocols to curb healthcare-associated infections.

Personal Protective Equipment, Occupational Safety, and Waste Management
Transitioning to frontline ⁠​⁠occupational safety, the course provides detailed guidance on the optimal selection and utilization of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Participants will delve into advanced respiratory protection, specifically the proper use of Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) in high-risk environments. The curriculum concludes with critical protocols for medical waste management, exposure to infectious diseases, and immediate post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) following needle stick injuries, ensuring healthcare heroes are fully protected in their clinical environments.

Target Audience
For All Health Practitioners
Accreditation Information
Accreditation number: ACA-20260003673
Activity organizing entity: Specialities Forum For Health Training Center
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an attendance certificate for the course?
Yes, an accredited ⁠​⁠attendance certificate is provided and sent by email within 4 days after the course ends.
When are the hours added to my Momarress account?
Hours are usually credited within 2 to 4 days after the course ends.
How can I get the official accreditation link?
You can contact us via WhatsApp and we'll send you the accreditation details.
Can I register for more than one course on the same days?
Unfortunately not — ⁠​⁠SCFHS does not allow overlapping course dates, even if the courses are at different times or overlap by just one day.
How will I receive the Zoom link?
The Zoom link is added to your registrations page before the ⁠​⁠course starts, and is also sent by email. If you can't access it, contact us via WhatsApp when the course starts and we'll send it to you.
Is the course online or in-person?
The course is fully online — you can attend from anywhere via Zoom.
Are the hours officially accredited?
Yes, the hours ⁠​⁠are officially accredited by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).
Do I need to download the Zoom app to attend the course?
No, you can ⁠​⁠join directly from your browser, but downloading the Zoom app gives you a better experience.
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