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A competency-based training program significantly improved the Certification in Infection Control (CIC) exam pass rate for novice infection preventionists (IPs) to 98%, demonstrating its effectiveness in supporting early-career professionals.

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  • Healthcare Education
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Professional Certification

Background:

  • Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is crucial for validating infection preventionist (IP) expertise.
  • Limited evidence exists on the effectiveness of training programs for CIC certification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the success of a novel, competency-based training program for novice infection preventionists (IPs).
  • To assess the impact of the training on CIC examination pass rates.

Main Methods:

  • 51 novice IPs participated in a training program combining didactic learning, practical application, and mentorship from 2017-2023.
  • Participants' CIC examination attempts and pass rates were tracked.
  • Results were compared to national CIC examination pass rates.

Main Results:

  • The training program achieved a 98% pass rate among participants.
  • This rate is 27% higher than the national average pass rate of 71% (CBIC, 2023).
  • All participants in the training program attempted the CIC examination.

Conclusions:

  • The supported, competency-based training program significantly enhances the likelihood of novice IPs passing the CIC exam on their first attempt.
  • This training model effectively supports early-career IPs, promoting their progression to independent practice.
  • Foundational knowledge combined with supervised skill application is key to improving CIC certification outcomes.