Live Webinar – 2 CEUs for Chiropractors and Massage Therapists *

Class Description:

This class provides healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the importance of proper hand hygiene, focusing on effective handwashing techniques to prevent infection and promote patient safety. The course covers when, why, and how to wash hands, in accordance with the guidelines established by health authorities such as the CDC and WHO. Participants will also learn about different hand hygiene products, how to avoid cross-contamination, and the role hand hygiene plays in reducing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).

By the end of the class, participants will be able to demonstrate the correct steps for handwashing, understand when handwashing is required versus hand sanitization, and explain the importance of these practices in maintaining high standards of infection control in clinical settings.

Learning Objectives:

Explain the Importance of Hand Hygiene
- Explain how proper handwashing reduces the risk of infection transmission in medical and dental environments.
- Understand the impact of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and the role of hand hygiene in preventing them.
Identify Critical Moments for Handwashing
- Recognize the “5 Moments for Hand Hygiene” based on WHO guidelines.
- Distinguish between situations that require handwashing versus the use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
Demonstrate Correct Handwashing Techniques
- Perform the proper technique for handwashing according to WHO and CDC guidelines, including the recommended duration and thorough cleaning of all hand surfaces (including nails, wrists, and between fingers).
Differentiate Hand Hygiene Methods
- Compare the effectiveness of handwashing with soap and water versus alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
- Understand when hand sanitizers can be used in place of handwashing and the limitations of each method.
Explain How to Prevent Cross-Contamination
- Learn how to avoid cross-contamination during handwashing, such as by managing contact with sink surfaces, towels, and dispensers.
- Understand the significance of drying hands thoroughly and maintaining skin health to reduce the risk of infection.
Describe Compliance and Professional Responsibility
- Emphasize the role of personal accountability in adhering to hand hygiene protocols in healthcare settings.
- Discuss strategies to foster a culture of hand hygiene compliance within teams and organizations.

Instructor: Rose Hirshorn, CDA, RDA

*CONTINUING EDUCATION APPROVALS:

For NJ chiropractors, this course is approved because The Institute for Continuing Education is a Pre-Approved Provider/Sponsor with the NJ Board of Chiropractic Examiners. Chiropractors in other states may receive CE credit if their state recognizes PACE; The Institute for Continuing Education is recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards. This course is approved for Massage Therapists in all states but New York through the NCBTMB, Approved Provider # 307800-00.

PLEASE READ – Live Interactive Webinar Attendance Requirements

Webinar invitations are emailed to registered students approximately one (1) day prior to the class.
Participants must be in an appropriate, stationary location while attending the live webinar.
- You may not attend while driving, working, or engaging in other activities.
- Please review our Policies and Etiquette for Live Webinar Participants for additional details, this is on our website.
You must have access to a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer.
- If using a smartphone or tablet, downloading the applicable app (e.g., Zoom) is strongly recommended.
To verify continued attendance during the course, you must have the following:
- A working microphone or The ability to participate via the program’s live chat
- A webcam
Attendance will be taken periodically throughout the class.
Instructors may call on participants at any time.
A code word may be provided during the webinar to verify attendance.
You are required to complete and return a course evaluation after the webinar concludes.
- The evaluation may ask you to identify the code word provided.
Certificates of Completion will not be issued if attendance cannot be verified.
Certificates of Completion are emailed approximately five (5) business days after the course.
Participants who do not comply with the Webinar Code of Ethics will be removed from the webinar and will not be permitted to re-enter that same day.
- Tuition will not be refunded under these circumstances.