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    • Infection prevention and control (IPC) is critical in healthcare settings.
    • Standardized competencies are needed for effective IPC practice.
    • Collaboration between professional bodies and government is essential for public health initiatives.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To publish outcome competencies for nurses and other practitioners in infection prevention and control.
    • To provide a framework for IPC education and practice development.
    • To support the UK governments in enhancing national IPC standards.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of outcome competencies through collaboration.
    • Publication of a standardized set of guidelines.
    • Dissemination of competencies to relevant healthcare professionals and organizations.

    Main Results:

    • A comprehensive set of outcome competencies for IPC practitioners has been published.
    • These competencies define the expected knowledge, skills, and behaviors for effective IPC.
    • The publication serves as a benchmark for IPC training and practice.

    Conclusions:

    • The published competencies will guide the development of IPC workforce.
    • Implementation of these standards is expected to improve patient safety and reduce healthcare-associated infections.
    • This initiative represents a significant step towards strengthening IPC capacity in the UK.