The scope of HAI Surveillance using NHSN extends across acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, dialysis centers, ambulatory surgical centers, and other healthcare settings. It encompasses surveillance of key infection events such as CLABSI, CAUTI, SSI, VAP/VAE, MDROs, and antimicrobial use and resistance. The program supports national and international quality initiatives, accreditation requirements, and public health reporting, making it integral to infection prevention and control programs.

By the end of this programme, learners will have built core IPC competencies directly applicable to clinical practice — translating into safer patient care, stronger compliance, and a more vigilant healthcare environment.

Each outcome below targets a specific dimension of structured HAI surveillance — from event identification through to reporting and continuous improvement.

By the end of this programme, learners will be able to:

This programme is designed for healthcare professionals across clinical and support roles who play a part in preventing infection and protecting patient and staff safety.

This programme is built for infection preventionists, hospital epidemiologists, microbiologists, quality and patient safety professionals, nurses, and healthcare leaders responsible for HAI surveillance and reporting.

Designed for these professionals

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