Infection Prevention & Control Resources | Vermont Department of Health

Infection Prevention & Control Resources | Vermont Department of Health CLOSE Translations for you Infection Prevention & Control Resources Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) Antibiotic Use Infection Prevention & Control Resources Pathogens of Concern in Vermont Patients and Families Safe Injection Practices Project Firstline: Infection prevention and control is an essential part of caring for and protecting patients and staff Project Firstline (PFL) is a joint effort of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Vermont Department of Health. The primary goal is to provide infection prevention and control information and training to frontline health care workers and public health personnel. The project aims to empower health care professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent the spread of infectious diseases, enhance safety, and protect both workers and patients from healthcare-associated infections This page is a curated list of free infection control and prevention educational resources that meet the diverse needs and learning preferences of the health care and public health workforce. More about Project Firstline (CDC) Infection Control Basics for Everyone Resources for Long-term Care Resources for EMTs Resources for Nurses, Nursing Assistants & Techs Resources for Infection Preventionists Resources for Outpatient Settings (Including Dental & Dialysis) Infection Prevention and Control Basics for Everyone Introduction to Infection Control and Prevention (CDC Train) - online course Core Infection Prevention and Control Practices for Safe Healthcare Delivery in All Settings (CDC) Introduction to Reservoirs:  Where Germs Live Training Toolkit (CDC) COVID-19 Infection Control Trainings (CDC) Clinical Safety: Hand Hygiene for Healthcare Workers (CDC) Environmental Infection Control Guidelines (CDC) Antibiotics: What Everyone Should Know Information about CREs for Healthcare Facilities (CDC) Project Firstline Educational and Training Materials Nurses, Nursing Assistants, and Techs Risk Recognition and Infection Prevention in Acute Care Settings - Self-paced and interactive training module Interactive Scenarios (CDC) Recognizing Infection Risks in Healthcare (4 minute Video) (CDC) Infection Control Guidance: Respiratory Viruses (CDC) Infection Prevention "Mini Trainings" for Staff (ND Department of Health) Infection Prevention in Wound Care - A webinar for Clinicians Long-term Care New! Resources for Preventing Antibiotic Overuse in Asymptomatic Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) Risk Recognition and Infection Prevention in Long-term Care Settings - Self-paced and interactive training module Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training (CDC) - Continuing education credits available. Modules range from 30 to 90 minutes, and total completion time is about 20 hours. Healthcare Outbreak Response Training Course (CDC Train) Implementation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Use in Nursing Homes to Prevent Spread of Multidrug-resistant Organisms (MDROs) (CDC) Long-Term Care Facility Component Manual: Tracking Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) in Long-term Care Facilities l (National Healthcare Safety Network) PPE in Nursing Homes (CDC) Viral Respiratory Pathogens Toolkit for Nursing Homes (CDC) COVID-19 Guidance for Long Term and Group Care Settings Infection Prevention "Mini Trainings" for Staff (ND Department of Health) Information for Healthcare Facilities about CREs (CDC) EMTs EMS Risk Recognition and Infection Prevention - Self-paced and interactive training module EMS Infection Prevention 101 EMS Environmental Controls Bloodborne Pathogens in EMS Settings.pdf (CDC Project Firstline) EMS Hand Hygiene EMS Resources from Massachusetts EMS MDRO Candida auris – this course provides a background on C. auris , and provides prevention measures EMS can use to limit the transmission of C. auris. EMS Response to Carbapenem-resistant and Carbapenemase-producing Organisms – this course provides background on three common CPOs and describes prevention measures EMS can use to limit transmission. EMS MDRO Quick Guide – a printed resources that is intended to be a quick reference for EMS on emerging MDROs they may face when caring for and transporting patients. Additionally, it contains information and tips on best practices for communication. Communication Journey: MDRO – an interactive training that reviews MDRO communication best practices where you can choose an avatar and walk through real-life examples, one avatar being an EMS provider Infection Preventionists Healthcare Outbreak Response Training Course (CDC Train) Infection Control Training and Educational Materials (CDC) Infection Control in Health Care: An Overview (CDC) Infection Control Guidance: Respiratory Viruses (CDC) Measuring Hand Hygiene Adherence: Overcoming the Challenges (TJC) "Clean Hands Count" Campaign Materials (CDC) - posters, factsheets, and brochures for health care providers and patients The 4 Es of an Effective Hand Hygiene Program (CDC) Risk Recognition and Infection Prevention in Acute Care Settings - Self-paced and interactive training module Print materials, graphics, and more (CDC) Guidelines for Isolation Precautions: Preventing Transmission of Infectious Agents in Healthcare Settings (CDC) Guidelines for Disinfection and Sterilization in Healthcare Facilities (CDC) Antibiotic Use: Patient Education Resources (CDC) Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training (CDC) Infection Prevention "Mini Trainings" for Staff (ND Department of Health) Waterborne Disease Transmission Fact Sheet.pdf Waterborne Disease Transmission and Prevention Fact Sheet Outpatient Settings (including Dental & Dialysis) General Outpatient Guide to Infection Prevention in Outpatient Settings (CDC) Interactive Scenario: Outpatient Exam Room (CDC) Recognizing Infection Risks in Healthcare (4 minute Video) (CDC) Antibiotic Use: Patient Education Resources (CDC) Introduction to Infection Control and Prevention (CDC Train) - online course "Living with" booklets for patients: Living with C.diff Living with Multi-Drug Resistant Gram-Negative Rods (MDR-GNR Living with Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Living with Vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) Infection Prevention "Mini Trainings" for Staff (ND Department of Health) Injection Safety Poster Dialysis Infections and Patients on Dialysis (CDC) Training: Infection Prevention in Dialysis Settings (CDC) - Self-guided continuing education course, about two hours. Resources and Tools for Dialysis Infection Control (CDC) Speak Up: Making Dialysis Safer for Patients (CDC) 5 minute video Environmental Surface Disinfection in Dialysis Facilities: Notes for Clinical Managers (CDC) Recommendations for Preventing Transmission in Chronic Hemodialysis Patients (CDC) 6 Tips to Prevent Dialysis Infections (CDC) - Patient pocket guide Dental Practices Summary of Infection Prevention Practices in Dental Settings (CDC) Best Practices in Dental Infection Prevention and Control (CDC) Infection Prevention Checklist for Dental Settings (CDC) Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Settings (CDC) Building the Safest Dental Visit Infection Prevention Training (CDC Train - CE available) Waterline Management is Crucial in Infection Control.pdf Dental Antibiotic Stewardship Toolkit (PDF) Dental Antibiotic Stewardship Policy Template (DOCX) Presentation - Dental Antibiotic Stewardship Core Elements (PPTX) Presentation - Dental Antibiotic Stewardship Making the Case (PPTX) Dental Antibiotic Stewardship Poster - 11x17 (PDF) Dental Antibiotic Stewardship Poster - 8.5x11 (PDF) Dental Prophylaxis Antibiotic Script Pads (PDF) Dental ABX Guidelines (PDF) Dental Antibiogram (PDF) "Clean Hands Count" Campaign Materials (CDC) - posters, factsheets, and brochures for providers and patients Infection Control Guidance: Respiratory Viruses (CDC) Core Infection Prevention and Control Practices for Safe Healthcare Delivery in All Settings (CDC) September 9, 2025