Course 1134 - Prevention and Containment of Communicable Disease: Blood Borne Pathogens
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In residential and group living environments, staff are at increased risk of exposure to communicable diseases, especially those transmitted through blood and other bodily fluids. This course is designed to equip care professionals with essential knowledge and practical strategies for preventing, recognizing, and safely responding to potential exposure to blood borne pathogens. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how blood borne pathogens, such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV, are transmitted, along with required precautions and containment measures. The course also emphasizes compliance with OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and how to implement standard precautions in daily caregiving routines. Upon completion, participants will be able to: - Define blood borne pathogens and understand routes of transmission - Apply standard precautions and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) - Respond to exposure incidents following proper reporting and follow-up procedures - Maintain a clean and safe environment using appropriate disinfection and disposal practices - Comply with regulatory requirements for blood borne pathogen exposure prevention This course is essential for direct care workers, residential support staff, supervisors, and administrators who are responsible for infection control and the safety of both residents and employees.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Georgia State Board of Long-Term Care Facility Administrators
Assisted Living Community Administrator
Disclosure statements
Provider Information:
Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing education, offering training designed to improve care quality, safety, and infection control in residential settings. This course educates group home professionals on the prevention, recognition, and containment of communicable diseases, with a focus on blood borne pathogens.
Course Purpose and Learning Objectives:
This course provides strategies for preventing the spread of blood borne pathogens and protecting both staff and residents in care settings. Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Identify common blood borne pathogens and understand their transmission routes
- Apply standard precautions and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Safely manage exposure incidents and follow post-exposure protocols
- Implement appropriate sanitation, disinfection, and disposal procedures
- Comply with OSHA and state regulations regarding blood borne pathogen safety
Instructor Credentials:
This course is presented by experienced professionals in infection control, healthcare compliance, and residential care operations. Instructor credentials are available upon request.
Target Audience:
This course is for group home administrators, direct care staff, medical aides, and residential care professionals responsible for infection control and personal care services.
Fees and Refund Policy:
Course fees are disclosed at enrollment. Refund requests must be submitted in writing before course completion per the published refund policy.
Conflict of Interest and Financial Disclosures:
This course is developed independently and is free of commercial bias. No financial relationships exist between instructors and commercial entities that influence content. No sponsorships or financial incentives were received.
Non-Endorsement Statement:
Completion of this course does not imply endorsement of specific products, services, or practices by Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc. or CE Broker.
Course Completion Requirements:
To receive continuing education (CE) credit, participants must:
- Review all course materials
- Pass any required assessments
- Complete a course evaluation
Accreditation and CE Credit:
Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc. is an approved CE provider through CE Broker. Participants should verify with their licensing boards regarding course acceptance.
Contact Information:
For inquiries, accommodations, or complaints, contact:
Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc.
Offices in Georgia, Florida, and Michigan
¿ 866.982.4449
¿ onlinelearning@directcaretraining.com