DNTL-DENT0189 - Infection prevention and control

Course Description

Elevate your practice: Essential CE course on infection control and medical device reprocessing

Attention Dental Professionals!

In today’s fast-paced dental environment, staying ahead means more than just keeping up - it means leading the charge in patient safety and care quality. Join us for a transformative continuing education (CE) course that empowers you to elevate your practice and ensure a safe environment for both your patients and your team. Two of the courses are asynchronous, self-paced, allowing you and your staff to follow at your own pace. The third course in the Infection Control series is an in-person, hands-on course, so you can practice your new knowledge and skills.

What You Will Learn

Why This Course is a Must-Have!

1. Stay current with IPAC trends – Infection Control 1 (ICI)
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   Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) is an ever-evolving field critical to safeguarding patient health and public safety. The first course, Infection Prevention and Control—Innovations and Best Practices (ICI DNTL-DENT0189-001), equips you with the latest insights and techniques to keep your practice at the forefront of patient care.
2. Master medical device reprocessing – Infection Control II (ICII)
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   The second course, Canadian Standards and Best Practices for Medical Device Reprocessing in a Medical Device Reprocessing Area (MDRA), features eight comprehensive segments dedicated to the critical importance of Medical Device Reprocessing. You will learn the protocols that not only protect your patients from infections but also enhance the overall quality of care you provide. This is not just a skill; it is a responsibility that fosters trust and compliance with national and provincial standards.
3. Hands-on experience you can’t afford to miss – Infection Control III (ICIII)
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   The third course, Medical Device Reprocessing Simulation Session, offers an invaluable hands-on walkthrough of the medical device reprocessing process. Experience firsthand how instruments flow from soiled to sterile, gaining essential insights into the chemical, biological, and mechanical testing for verification. This practical component reinforces theoretical knowledge and equips you with the confidence to implement best practices in your workplace.
4. Become a leader in your field
   Creating competent workers who are well-versed in infection control protocols is vital for maintaining public trust and meeting regulatory standards. By attending this course, you are not just enhancing your skills—you are becoming a leader committed to excellence in dental practice.
5. Certification that matters
   Upon successful completion of all three courses, you will receive a certificate that validates your competence in infection control and reprocessing practices. This certification enhances your professional credentials and demonstrates your dedication to providing the highest standard of care.

Don’t wait—Enrol today!

This course is more than an opportunity; it is a crucial step toward ensuring the safety of your patients and the integrity of your practice. Join us in this vital initiative to elevate dental care standards and create a safer environment for everyone involved.

Your patients’ safety is in your hands—make the commitment today!

Notes

• The first two courses are self-paced, asynchronous, followed by a test.
• Participants will have access to the material and test for 30 days, starting the enrolment date. You can take the test up to 3 times until you reach the passing grade of 80% - (8/10).
• The second course will be available starting April 1, 2025 and the third hands-on course will be set up later in 2025.
• The material is available on OpenDal; instructions on how to access material will be featured in the payment receipt. Please make sure you read your receipt fully.
• At the completion of each of the first two courses, you will be granted a CE letter after passing the quiz.
• At the completion of the third course, you will be granted a certificate.