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Diploma in Hospital Infection Control: a progress report
B D Cookson1, E A Jenner, C Roberts
1PHLS, Colindale Avenue, London, NW9 5HT, UK.
The Journal of Hospital Infection
|June 29, 2001
Summary
The Hospital Infection Society Diploma in Hospital Infection Control (DipHIC) has advanced its examination process. Guidance is now available for practitioners seeking accreditation of prior learning for this hospital infection control qualification.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Education
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Public Health
Background:
- The Diploma in Hospital Infection Control (DipHIC) was jointly established in 1997 by the Hospital Infection Society (HIS), London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), and Public Health Laboratory Service (PHLS).
- The program has successfully completed two examination cycles since its inception.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on the progress and evolution of the DipHIC program.
- To detail modifications implemented in the written examination and reflective portfolio components.
- To provide a comprehensive description of the reflective process and offer guidance for practitioners seeking diploma accreditation via prior learning.
Main Methods:
- Review of program development and examination changes.
- Description of the reflective portfolio assessment criteria.
- Development of guidelines for accreditation of prior learning.
Main Results:
- The DipHIC program has progressed significantly since its announcement.
- Updates have been made to both the written examination format and the reflective portfolio requirements.
- A structured reflective process is now outlined, with clear pathways for prior learning accreditation.
Conclusions:
- The DipHIC program continues to evolve, enhancing its assessment methods.
- Accreditation of prior learning offers a valuable pathway for experienced infection control practitioners.
- The program supports the professional development of specialists in hospital infection control.