OCTOBER 24-26, 2024
History
In 1979, The Asilomar Program was developed jointly by the California Department of Health Services and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In the early 1980s, the California APIC Coordinating Council (formerly CACC) joined with the Department of Health Services and CDC to provide an opportunity for beginning professionals who have infection prevention and control responsibilities. CA APIC continues this tradition with a biennial educational program; Foundations of Infection Prevention.
Virtual Program
Three-day guided coursework outlining the basic elements needed to work in either a skilled nursing or acute care facility infection prevention department. There will be various lessons spanning the entire breadth of the infection prevention profession, furnished to healthcare in California. The virtual platform will be Microsoft Teams.
This activity is provider-approved by the San Diego & Imperial County APIC Chapter’s California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider No. CEP 3947 for a maximum of
23 contact hours or IPUs
Program Objectives
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of fundamental infection prevention principles
Participants will be able to define key terms (e.g., healthcare-associated infections, transmission routes), explain the role of various microorganisms in disease transmission, and apply evidence-based practices to reduce infection risks in healthcare settings.
Apply infection prevention strategies to specific clinical scenarios
Participants will be able to identify and differentiate between standard and transmission-based precautions, implement appropriate measures to prevent common healthcare-associated infections (e.g., CAUTI, CLABSI, SSI), and tailor interventions to the specific needs of acute care or long-term care settings.
Utilize data and surveillance tools to monitor and improve infection prevention practices
Participants will be able to interpret NHSN data, analyze trends in infection rates, conduct outbreak investigations, and use quality improvement methodologies to drive continuous improvement in infection prevention programs.
Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to promote a culture of safety
Participants will be able to describe the roles and responsibilities of various healthcare professionals in infection prevention, communicate effectively with team members about infection risks and prevention strategies, and advocate for evidence-based practices to reduce infections and improve patient outcomes.
Registration Cost
$500.00
CA APIC will sponsor three scholarships to support this educational coursework
Applications details available here
Faculty
Annemarie Flood, MPH, RN, BSN, CIC, FAPIC [meet Anniemarie]
Frank Edward Myers III, MA, CIC, FAPIC [meet Frank]
Maggie Turner, M.Ed., FAPIC, CIC, PHN, RN [meet Maggie]
Anjali Bisht, MPH CIC [meet Anjali]
Jonathan Schouest, MPH, CIC, CPHQ, CPPS, FAPIC [meet Jonathan]
Mamta Desai, MPH, MBA, CLS, CIC, FAPIC [meet Mamta]
Course Schedule
Day One (Thursday)
Microbiology
Working as a Team
Federal & State Regulations and Actors
Risk Assessment & Plan
Risk Assessment Practical
Product Selection
Outbreak Investigation
Day Two (Friday)
Infectious Disease & Employee Health
Standard & Transmission-Based Precautions
CAUTI Prevention
CLABSI Prevention
The Spaulding Scale
Hand Hygiene
[[ DUAL Track: Acute Care IP | SNF/LTC IP ]]
VAE Prevention | Transmission-Based Precautions & MDROS in LTC
SSI Prevention | Enhanced Barrier Precautions
High-Level Disinfection | Cleaning & Disinfection
Sterilization | Scabies, Lice, & Other Outbreaks
NHSN Analysis & Surveillance| IP QAPI Project for LTC
Day Three (Saturday)
Quality Tools
Rounding with an Eye; The Role of the Environment
Antibiotic Resistance/Antibiotic Stewardship
NHSN Definitions
"Solids, Liquids, & Gases" - Construction & Renovation, Water Management
Frequently Asked Questions
[download FAQ here]
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Registration and CEUs hosted by San Diego & Imperial County Chapter. Refund for registration available until October 10th, 2024. All refunds are processed into original payment method. Refund process may take 5-7 business days upon refund request. A 2.7% PayPal service fee will be applied and not refunded. Please email CaliforniaAPIC@gmail.com for refund.