Infection Control

Completion of this course fulfills the NYS requirement for RNs, LPNs, dentists, podiatrists, optometrists, and dental hygienists to have course work in infection control and barrier precautions prior to issuance of their license or renewal of registration.

For dental hygienists: To ensure you receive the proper completion certificate, please notify the Continuing Education office at the time of registration. 

Topics include:

• Professional responsibilities for infection control
• Modes and mechanisms of disease transmission and strategies for infection control 
• Use of engineering and work practice controls 
• Selection and use of barriers and personal protective equipment
• Creation and maintenance of a safe patient care environment
• Prevention and control of communicable diseases in health care workers