Infection Preventionist Specialized Training 

The comprehensive IPCO training covers:

• COVID-19
• Other common pathogens
• Multidrug-resistant organisms
• Antibiotic stewardship
• Water management and more

About the online training:

• Flexible and self-paced (take up to 12 months to complete)
• Online learning 24/7
• 9 course modules

Group purchase with discount structure is available for groups of five or more. There are no refunds and no transfers. Visit the FAQs to know more about the discount offered. 

Objectives

Individuals who successfully complete this course will learn how to: 

• Demonstrate how to effectively manage an Infection Prevention and Control Program within a nursing or assisted living facility
• Convey to staff effective strategies to prevent infections
• Implement practices and procedures to mitigate infections
• Evaluate practices and policies related to infection prevention
• Provide on-going education to others including staff, residents and families

Individual module objectives are found in the module resource tab within the module presentations and in the User Guide.  Participants must complete all training modules and successfully pass module quizzes and final test with a grade of 80 or above to receive a certificate of completion from AHCA that is valid for three years.  

Accredited Continuing Education

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by University of Nebraska Medical Center and American Health Care Association. University of Nebraska Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

NURSES/NURSE PRACTITIONERS

The University of Nebraska Medical Center designates this activity for 24.5 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should only claim credit for the actual time spent participating in the activity.

Certificates

Three certificates will be awarded upon successful completion of the program:

1. UNMC CON CiPDI will provide a certificate awarding 24.5 contact hours.
2. AHCA will provide a Specialized Training Completion certificate, valid for 3 years.  
3. 24.5 continuing education hours (CEs) from the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB)

Certificates Renewal – specialized training completion certificates are valid for 3 years. Click here for information about renewing your AHCA IPCO Certificate. 

If you are not sure of your member status, please email educate@ahca.org before making payment. 

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How to Register

1. Create an Account
   When you land on the AHCA/NCAL website, you and your colleagues can now create your own individual member profiles at the AHCA/NCAL Member Portal. This new process allows you to set up your username and password to access members-only content and resources. To get started, please visit https://members.ahcancal.org/  and click the “Create New Account” option at the top of the screen.
   
2. LInk yourself to Member company
   When creating your account, it’s important to link yourself to your Member company. Your individual member status is directly connected to the company you are affiliated with. Linking to your Member company ensures you can access members-only content and take full advantage of your AHCA/NCAL membership benefits. If you are a Member of IHCA – you are also a Member of AHCA/NCAL.