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Job analysis 1996: Infection control professional. Certification Board in Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc,

J G Turner1, K M Kolenc, L Docken

  • 1University of Alabama School of Nursing, USA.

American Journal of Infection Control
|April 10, 1999
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A 1996 job analysis updated the Certification Board in Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) exam. This ensured the Certification Examination for Infection Control accurately reflects current professional practice.

Area of Science:

  • Infection Control
  • Epidemiology
  • Professional Certification

Background:

  • The Certification Board in Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. initiated a job analysis in 1995.
  • A previous task analysis existed for infection control professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a comprehensive job analysis of infection control professionals.
  • To revise the Certification Examination for Infection Control based on current practices.

Main Methods:

  • A 16-member Job Analysis Committee collaborated with Applied Measurement Professionals, Inc.
  • A job analysis survey was distributed to infection control professionals in the US and Canada in 1996.

Main Results:

  • The study involved reassessing the previous task analysis.

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  • A new job-analysis survey tool was developed and administered.
  • Results informed the revision of test specifications.

    • Conclusions:

    • The job analysis provided a foundation for updating the certification examination.
    • The Revised Certification Examination for Infection Control, implemented in 1997, reflects these findings.