All in-person dental programs have concluded for the 2017 Risk Management program season. However, registration is still open for our online program, Infection Control: Train the Trainer.
ONLINE PROGRAM - INFECTION CONTROL: TRAIN THE TRAINER
Presented by Christine Wisnom, R.N., B.S.N.
Overview
Basic regulatory compliance and infection control information are included in this program to provide an effective training and education experience for both Dentists and dental team members. This course covers the OSHA mandated training components to keep Dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants safe in the workplace. In addition, the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Healthcare settings are reviewed to help safeguard patients. Incorporating all aspects into daily dental practice helps to ensure the safety of patients and providers alike.
Objectives
Upon completion of this Internet activity, participants will be better able to:
- Distinguish between employee training requirements and continuing education for license/certification renewal
- List communicable disease vectors
- Understand employee and patient safety concerns in the health environment
- Recognize the essential components of an employee health and safety training program
- Understand the influence of OSHA regulations and CDC Infection Control Guidelines in dental office infection control programs
About the Presenter
Christine Wisnom, R.N., B.S.N. is a former Nurse Educator for the AIDS Education and Training Center at the University of Maryland Dental School. She is an infection control consultant for both the Maryland and D.C. Boards of Examiners.
Register for Infection Control
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Program Fee
The first program costs $50 PER PERSON. If you wish to attend more than one program, each additional program costs $25 PER PERSON, a savings of 50%!
Continuing Dental Education Credits
Professionals Advocate Insurance Company is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
Profesionals Advocate designates this Internet activity for 2.0 Continuing Dental Education Credits.
Premium Discount
Attending this program will satisfy your annual dental risk management program attendance requirement that gives Professionals Advocate Insureds up to 16% credit on their Year 2018 professional liability policy. If you choose not to attend one of these programs, your risk management credit will be reduced by 8% on your next polcy renewal.
For additional questions…
If you need additional information, or have questions about our programs, call our Risk Management Services Department at 410-785-0050 or toll free at 800-492-0193.
Disclosure Policy
It is the policy of Professionals Advocatel to ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its sponsored educational activities. All faculty participating in activities sponsored by Professionals Advocate are expected to disclose to the program participants any relevant financial relationships related to the content of their presentation(s).