Blog Posts

  • Logging into my CBIC account

    Experiencing Issues Logging into Your CBIC Account or Forgot Your Password?   Please do not create a new account. Creating a new account will result in a duplicate profile that is not associated with your original certification(s). Please note that creating a new CBIC account will not merge your original account with the newly created account.  […]

  •  CIC Recertification: Examination vs IPUs 

    The Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) aims to provide our certificants with a straightforward path to recertification. Below, I will address common questions that can help clarify the recertification process for the CIC certification.  Certificants can currently recertify either via examination or continuing education. Continuing education, known as Infection Prevention Unites (IPUs), […]

  • The Importance of Special Accommodations in Certification Exams

    The Certification Board of Infection control and Epidemiology (CBIC), in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), is committed to making sure candidates with disabilities can take their certification exam with the accommodation they need.  Every candidate deserves an equal opportunity to showcase their knowledge and skills. However, for individuals with disabilities or specific […]

  • Resources to help you prepare for the LTC-CIP

    Please note that any certification preparatory materials or courses are not recommended or endorsed by CBIC.  The Long-Term Care Certification in Infection Prevention (LTC CIP) Prep group is a collaborative of Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Hubs* in the Greater Toronto Area with a shared goal of facilitating IPAC Leads in LTCHs obtain their certification. […]