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The importance of certification from Infection Prevention & Management Associates (IP&MA)
For most infection preventionists (IPs), CIC certification is an important goal along their career path. Employers and professional organizations like The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) endorse and support IP certification, and CIC certification is widely recognized as a marker of qualification for infection preventionists. One group that focuses on the […]
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A conversation with Ebow H-Smith, CIC, CPHQ, CHL, CIS, CER
IP Spotlight: Ebow H-Smith began his journey in healthcare as an emergency medical technician, followed by a stint as a combat medic in the U.S. Army. Transitioning to civilian healthcare, Ebow found his calling in sterile processing while working as a surgical technician. Over the years, Ebow has progressed into leadership roles, and is currently […]
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AL-CIP Q&A with Sindhu Pillai, CIC, AL-CIP
Written by Sindhu Pillai, CIC, AL-CIP Sindhu Pillai, CIC, AL-CIP has been CIC certified since 2016. Sindhu is currently the Infection Prevention and Control Manager at Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare, Ontario, Canada Putting together my portfolio for the AL-CIP was an amazing experience! It challenged me to reflect on my skills and experiences while organizing them in […]
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AL-CIP Q&A with Shannon Simmons, DHSc, MPH, AL-CIP, CIC, CPH, CHES, MLS(ASCP)CM
Written by Shannon Simmons, DHSc, MPH, AL-CIP, CIC, CPH, CHES, MLS(ASCP)CM Shannon Simmons, DHSc, MPH, AL-CIP, CIC, CPH, CHES, MLS(ASCP)CM has been CIC certified since 2016. Shannon is currently the Program Manager of Ambulatory Infection Prevention at Christus Health. Putting together my portfolio for the AL-CIP was not difficult or too time consuming, but I did put […]
