Audiology Academy

HIPAA and Infection Control Training Course Description

In today’s healthcare environment, compliance with federal and state regulations is essential for protecting both patients and healthcare professionals. This combined HIPAA and Infection Control Training course is designed to meet the requirements set forth by many states while ensuring that healthcare workers understand the critical importance of patient privacy and infection prevention.

Individual VS Group Pricing

The individual pricing will give a certificate with the individual's name. The group pricing will give a certificate with the person's name that purchased the group pricing.  

Course Overview

This training provides a comprehensive review of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations, focusing on patient rights, data security, and confidentiality. Participants will learn about their responsibilities in handling sensitive health information, preventing unauthorized disclosures, and maintaining compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

Additionally, the course covers Infection Control best practices to help minimize the risk of disease transmission in healthcare and related settings. Topics include proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE), sterilization techniques, and the latest guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Participants will also learn how to identify potential infection risks and implement protocols to create a safer workplace.

Who Should Take This Course?

This training is ideal for all office staff working in the audiology industry who handle patient information or work in environments where infection control is critical.

By completing this course, participants will fulfill key state-mandated requirements while gaining valuable knowledge to enhance workplace safety and compliance. Upon successful completion, a certification of training will be provided.