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Course Description

Nurse with Patient

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

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

 

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Section Title
Infection Control
Type
Discussion
Days
W
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Mar 11, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
3.0
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $39.00
Drop Request Deadline
Mar 04, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Mar 04, 2026
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