Current CDC/State Board Guidelines - Infection Control

Current CDC/State Board Guidelines - Infection Control is organized by University of Alabama (UAB) School of Dentistry. This course has been approved for a maximum of 1 CE Hour.

Start Date: 10/1/2021
End Date: 9/30/2022

Description:
Infection Prevention is required to ensure the safety and health of both the Dental Clinician and the patient. This requires a series of repeatable, sequential protocols that break the chain of infection and prevent the transmission of infectious diseases. We will discuss the use of Standard Precautions and Best Practices to become CDC/ OSHA compliant.

Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
· Know and recognize current CDC guidelines, understand post COVID-19 Additions to safe work practices.
· Implement Infection Prevention Protocols that help prevent the spread of Bloodborne Pathogens and other microorganisms.
· Perform sequential and repetitive practices that help prevent infectious disease transmission and achieve CDC compliancy.