Infection prevention and control (IPC) is the cornerstone of patient safety across diverse healthcare settings, including acute hospitals, long-term care facilities, ambulatory clinics, dialysis centers, and home healthcare services. IPC specialist plays a vital role in safeguarding vulnerable patient populations, such as the immunocompromised, the elderly, neonates, and individuals undergoing complex medical procedures.
In today’s healthcare landscape, the urgency to address emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), and pandemic preparedness has never been greater. From global outbreaks of novel pathogens to the silent epidemic of antimicrobial resistance and the rising costs associated with HAIs, the demand for skilled IPC specialists is at an all-time high. Effective IPC measures are crucial to mitigating these challenges, ensuring patient safety, optimizing care outcomes, and maintaining the trust and well-being of the communities we serve.
It is my pleasure to introduce our Master of Science in Infection Prevention and Control, a program designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed clinical decisions, implement innovative IPC strategies, conduct effective training for healthcare personnel, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and lead IPC initiatives and projects. Our curriculum is tailored to empower you to enhance patient safety and protect public health. Together, we will prepare you to face the complexities of modern healthcare with confidence and competence.
Graduates of our program will be equipped to deliver high-quality care, embrace innovation and evidence-based practices, and lead interprofessional teams to drive transformative change in the field of infection prevention and control.
We look forward to welcoming you to ALCNS’s Master of Science in Infection Prevention and Control program and to our vibrant community of dedicated professionals.
Warm regards,
Dr Siriwan Lim
Programme Director
Master of Science in Infection Prevention and Control
PhD, MHSc(Ed), CCNC, BHs(Nurs), RN
Admission to the Bachelor of Science (Nursing) programme is administered directly by NUS Office of Admissions (OAM). Please visit OAM’s website for more details.
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