The IP 101 Course is intended for those who have worked in infection prevention for under two years but can also be a refresher for the more experienced infection preventionist. This course serves as a starting point and foundation for new infection preventionists to build and expand on their knowledge and resources, with each class providing valuable information on topics and tools integral to infection prevention.

This class will cover:

• Elements of an effective surveillance program
  • Infections to include
• NHSN surveillance
  • Applying definitions: MRSA, C. diff, CAUTI, CLABSI, SSI
  • Data entry