Description

Course Name: Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control Practices

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/HF/CICPCP/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or Equivalent.

Duration: Three Months.

Objective: The objective of this course is to equip healthcare professionals with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to develop, implement, and manage effective infection control and prevention programs in healthcare and community settings. The course aims to enhance participants’ understanding of microbiology, transmission of infectious agents, standard and transmission-based precautions, outbreak investigation, sterilization and disinfection protocols, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. 

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Infection Control: Basics of microbiology and infectious agents, Chain of infection and modes of transmission, Principles of infection prevention and control (IPC), Standard precautions and hand hygiene protocols, Role of the Infection Control Manager, Overview of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).

Module 2: Infection Surveillance and Risk Assessment: Types and methods of infection surveillance, Identifying high-risk areas and vulnerable populations, Conducting infection risk assessments, Data collection, analysis, and interpretation, Use of infection control indicators and benchmarks, Reporting and documentation procedures.

Module 3: Disinfection, Sterilization, and Waste Management: Cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization techniques, Spaulding classification of medical devices, Selection and use of disinfectants and sterilizers, Biomedical waste segregation and disposal guidelines, Environmental cleaning and surface decontamination, Monitoring and validating cleaning processes.

Module 4: Outbreak Management and Emergency Response: Outbreak detection, investigation, and response planning, Contact tracing and containment strategies, Isolation and quarantine protocols, Coordination with public health authorities, Communication strategies during outbreaks, Case studies of healthcare outbreak scenarios.

Module 5: Infection Control Guidelines and Compliance: International and national IPC guidelines (CDC, WHO, NABH), Legal and ethical aspects of infection control, Antimicrobial stewardship and resistance prevention, Policy development and implementation, Internal audits and compliance checks, Documentation for accreditation and inspections.

Module 6: Training, Leadership, and Program Management: Designing and delivering IPC training programs, Staff education and behavioral change strategies, Leading multidisciplinary IPC teams, Developing infection control plans and reports, Evaluating program effectiveness and KPIs, Career development and certification preparation.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

Benefits of Certification:

1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that strengthens your professional profile across borders and demonstrates your skills to employers and institutions.

2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Programs follow an ISO-certified quality management system to promote consistency, reliability, and a standardized learning experience.

3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhance your résumé, demonstrate professional competence, and improve your prospects for career growth, promotions, or suitable job opportunities.

4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certification from a non-profit organization reflects a mission-driven approach focused on skill development, professional learning, and public benefit.

5. Access to Learning Resources – Gain access to useful learning resources such as e-books, mock tests, assessments, and online academic support.

6. Transparency & Online Verification – Each certification includes a unique enrolment or certificate ID, enabling convenient online verification by employers and other interested parties.

7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications may offer lifetime or extended validity, reducing the need for frequent renewal, subject to the applicable certification scheme.