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NHSE IPC Education Framework level: These courses align to Advanced level on the framework
The next HIS IPC leaders' course will take place in December 2024 and details are available here.
The HIS IPC Leaders’ Programme recognises that the professional background of IPC Leaders is varied, and they may be medical consultants, nurses, non-clinical managers, clinical scientists, allied health professionals, or come from other backgrounds. These groups have different levels of management experience and understanding of healthcare-associated infection, and the programme aims to bridge the knowledge gaps between the various professional groups in order to promote effective IPC leadership.
The programme consists of a series of six, independent, one-day events, delivered twice a year over three years, which cover the current challenges faced by those working as IPC Leaders. Sessions are delivered by experts who share their practical experience in the form of lectures, workshops and interactive Q&A. The programme is RCPath CPD accredited.
Anyone can register for the educational events, but the course will be of most value to those who have act at a senior or managerial level in IPC, or who aspire to take on this role.
The three-year rolling programme of events covers the following topics (note that these are past programmes)
Influencing others and changing behaviour Taking surveillance forwards: making the most of your data Navigating the minefield: dealing with complaints, litigation and the media Outbreaks and the IPC Leader: managing the falloutIPC aspects of services and infrastructure: getting the basics rightInvesting in the future: quality improvement and education
Events include a mixture of speaker presentations, live speaker and panel Q&A, discussions, workshops, and personal development and hot topics.
Full and Associate members who attend 6 IPC Leaders’ Development Days will be eligible to apply for the Foundation Certificate in IPC Leadership.
The HIS IPC Leaders’ Development Programme: Allows the sharing of experience and knowledge Acts as a forum for bringing together Leaders in IPC regardless of background Facilitates future research and collaboration Narrows the knowledge gap for those with differing clinical backgrounds