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Course description

The Fundamentals in Infection Prevention and Control (FIPC) course equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to safeguard patients, healthcare workers, and the broader community from infections. This comprehensive program delves into the science behind infectious diseases, empowering you to implement effective preventive measures.

Through a series of engaging modules, you'll gain a solid understanding of microbiology, exploring the characteristics and transmission of pathogens. You'll delve into epidemiology and biostatistics, learning how to track disease outbreaks and identify risk factors. The course equips you with the skills to conduct surveillance and manage outbreaks efficiently. Risk management strategies and practical IPC practices will be meticulously explored, providing a hands-on approach to preventing infections in healthcare settings.
Additionally, you'll gain insights into hospital design principles that promote infection control and explore methods for disinfection and sterilization to ensure a clean and safe environment.

What will i learn?

Requirements

  • Access to a computer or phone with a reliable internet connection.
  • Basic computer skills, including navigation, web browsing, and using online learning platforms.
  • Clinician (nurse or doctor) or IPC enthousiast

Frequently asked question

This course provides a foundation in microbiology, the study of microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. You'll explore their structure, growth, classification, and transmission. You'll also learn about their role in causing infections and the body's defense mechanisms.

Epidemiology is the study of disease patterns in populations. In IPC, it helps us identify outbreaks, trace the source of infection, and evaluate the effectiveness of prevention strategies. Biostatistics provides the tools to analyze epidemiological data and draw meaningful conclusions.

Risk management involves identifying potential hazards for infection transmission in a healthcare setting and implementing strategies to minimize those risks.

Prof. Andy BULABULA

Meet Prof. Andy Bulabula — scientist, clinician, and educator passionate about safer healthcare. With 45+ publications, 20+ invited talks per year, and leadership roles at Africa CDC and the WHO, he brings real-world experience from outbreaks to classrooms. Through IPC Academy Online, he transforms global standards into practical learning that empowers professionals to prevent infections and save lives worldwide.

Prof. Andy Bulabula, is a physician–epidemiologist and international expert in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC). Founder and Lead Educator of IPC Academy Online, he has shaped IPC programs and policies across 55 African countries as the former Head of the IPC Unit at Africa CDC. A WHO Guidelines Development Group member, Dr. Bulabula has published in Nature, The Lancet, and Clinical Infectious Diseases, bridging science, policy, and frontline implementation.

Clara Lewis

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Clear, concise sterilization steps.

Robert Ngoy

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Practical sterilization guidance.

Bakari Nsimba

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Sterilization module is practical.

Antoine Ngoma

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Disinfection steps are practical.

Cheikh Ndiaye

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Sterilization content well-organized.

Vital Kahindo

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Useful disinfection workflows.

Pierre Lukusa

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Concise, useful sterilization tips.

David Wilson

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Straightforward sterilization guidance.

Junior Bisimwa

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Good sterilization checklists.

Kwame Mensah

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Useful disinfection references and steps.

Ivan Kuznetsov

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Clear sterilization protocols, helpful tips.

Sergei Petrov

22-Oct-2025

(4)

Concise sterilization guidance, easy to follow.

$89

$189

Lectures

0

Skill level

Beginner

Expiry period

2 Months

Certificate

Yes

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