Enduring CME Course: Infection Control for Health Care Professionals

Activity ID

14929

Expires

March 24, 2029

Format Type

Enduring

CME Credit

Fee

$30

CME Provider: American Medical Association

Description of CME Course

This interactive learning activity provides health care professionals with an overview of evidence-based infection control principles, responsibilities, and practices to ensure the safety of both patients and health care professionals. Learners will explore key regulations, professional standards, and best practices promoted by organizations such as the CDC, WHO, and OSHA.

The content in this activity was designed to align with New York State’s requirements for infection control education, however the information and practices discussed are relevant to all health care professionals.

Disclaimers

1. This activity is accredited by the American Medical Association.
2. This activity is free to AMA members.

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NOTE: If a Member Board has not deemed this activity for MOC approval as an accredited CME activity, this activity may count toward an ABMS Member Board’s general CME requirement. Please refer directly to your Member Board’s MOC Part II Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment Program Requirements.

General Information on CME Activity

Educational Objectives

1. Describe infection control best practices, such as proper hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment, safe handling of sharps, and effective cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of equipment
2. Recognize early signs of sepsis and understand the importance of regulatory compliance in infection control

Keywords

Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Reproductive Health, Critical Care Medicine, Sepsis

Competencies

Medical Knowledge

CME Credit Type

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

DOI

10.1001/ama.2026.0002355