Health Professions Infection Control Education Toolkit: Self-Paced Learning

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At a glance

  • Project Firstline's elearning modules help healthcare workers understand the basics of where germs live, how germs spread and the "why" behind infection control actions.
  • The modules provide flexible, self-paced learning opportunities that can supplement existing infection prevention and control education and training.
  • Participants can complete the three modules individually or together as a comprehensive learning series.

Modules Overview

Project Firstline’s elearning modules provide independent learning opportunities for students and practicing healthcare workers. Through interactive, scenario-based learning, the modules connect foundational infection control concepts to realistic healthcare situations.

After completing the modules, you will:

  • understand how germs spread and cause infection
  • know common places where germs live
  • know pathways through which germs can spread

Together these foundational infection control concepts will help you know when and how to take action to stop the spread of germs in healthcare settings.

Germ Spread in Health Care: Reservoirs, Pathways, and Infection Risk Modules

Continuing Education

The following continuing education is available for each module: CME, CNE, CEUs

To earn continuing education:

  • Register and complete the module
  • Pass the post-test
  • Complete the post-course evaluation

Teaching Resources

For additional teaching content, explore Project Firstline's classroom-ready resources and comprehensive library of education and training materials.

Content Source
National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)
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Published: October 13, 2026
Updated: October 9, 2026

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