As concerns arise with the emerging 2019 Coronavirus, officially named COVID-19, AHCA/NCAL is working nationally with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to ensure our members receive necessary supplies and guidance to prevent the spread of this disease.

This resource is free and open to AHCA/NCAL members in addition to the public. Membership to AHCA/NCAL is not required to access the materials however, you will need to create an account to identify your personal access to the materials. Learn how to create an account on the GETTING STARTED page. If you need additional assistance, please email educate@ahca.org.

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Infection Preventionist Specialized Training (IPCO) Version 2

$450 AHCA/NCAL Members | $650 Non-Members   REGISTER HERE

AHCA Infection Preventionist Specialized Training (IPCO) is a specialized course of study for healthcare professionals who desire to serve as Infection Preventionists (IPs) as established in the CMS Reform of Requirements of Participation for Long Term Care Facilities. Through this program, individuals will be specially trained to effectively implement and manage an Infection Prevention and Control Program in a nursing center.

It addresses both clinical and organizational systems, processes and cultural aspects of infection prevention and control which are fundamental to effectively leading and administering a center’s Infection Prevention & Control program. 

5 ANCC approved contact hours and 22 NAB approved CEs are available upon completion.

Infection Prevention & Control in the Post-COVID-19 World

$199 AHCA/NCAL Member | $249 Non-Member    REGISTER HERE 

Intended for Nurses, Administrators, Nursing Home Leadership/Management (Clinical & Non-Clinical Leaders). 3 NAB approved CEs are available upon completion.

3 NAB approved CEs are available upon completion and 3 contact hours for nurses through the Iowa Board of Nursing.

Infection Prevention and Control Core Practices for Managing COVID-19

Free to AHCA/NCAL members   REGISTER HERE 

This package includes six action briefs that focus on five key areas in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Action briefs are designed to be quick references to help long-term care providers with meaningful implementation and tips. Please reach out to AHCA/NCAL at covid19@ahca.org with any questions.

Basics of Infection Prevention & Control in the Post-COVID-19 World

Free to AHCA/NCAL members & general public    REGISTER HERE 

This course is appropriate for all people who work in nursing homes.

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Visit this website daily for the latest information that AHCA/NCAL has to share with our members about COVID-19. As concerns arise with the emerging coronavirus, officially named COVID-19, we are working nationally with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to ensure our members receive necessary supplies and guidance to prevent the spread of this disease.