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CBIC CIC Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Environment of Care | 10% | - Water and air quality management - Facility design, construction, and renovation - Safety and risk assessment - Waste management and environmental services |
| Topic 2: Identification of Infectious Disease Processes | 19% | - Risk factors and transmission mechanisms - Microbiology and pathogenesis - Epidemiologic principles - Emerging and re-emerging pathogens |
| Topic 3: Prevention and Control of Transmission of Infectious Agents | 28% | - Standard and transmission-based precautions - Cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization - Hand hygiene and aseptic techniques - Isolation and patient placement - Antimicrobial stewardship |
| Topic 4: Employee and Occupational Health | 10% | - Workplace safety policies - Health screening and surveillance - Exposure management and post-exposure prophylaxis - Immunization programs |
| Topic 5: Surveillance and Epidemiologic Investigation | 24% | - Benchmarking and reporting - Outbreak investigation and response - Surveillance system design and implementation - Data collection, validation, and analysis |
| Topic 6: Education, Research, and Quality Improvement | 9% | - Regulatory and accreditation compliance - Performance measurement and quality improvement - Evidence-based practice and research application - Development and delivery of education programs |
Frequently Asked Questions: CBIC Certified Infection Control Exam
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Per the official outline, the CBIC Certified Infection Control exam spans 6 domains, led by Prevention and Control of Transmission of Infectious Agents (28%), Education, Research, and Quality Improvement (9%), and Surveillance and Epidemiologic Investigation (24%). The complete breakdown is in the topics section above; the 302 practice questions at ExamTorrent cover all of it.
Passing the CBIC Certified Infection Control exam requires 700 (scaled score, range 300–900), and the registration fee is $445 USD. Since retakes are not free, a readiness check with the ExamTorrent practice engines is a sensible step before you commit to an exam date.
The CIC exam is a CBIC certification exam covering the CBIC Certified Infection Control syllabus outlined above. It contributes to these credential paths: a-IPC™ (Associate – Infection Prevention and Control), LTC-CIP® (Long-Term Care Certification in Infection Prevention). In a competitive market, a CBIC credential signals verified capability to employers — which is why candidates keep choosing it in 2026. ExamTorrent prepares you with 302 practice questions in PDF, Desktop Test Engine, and Online Test Engine formats.
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Post-secondary education in health-related field; direct responsibility for infection prevention programs; minimum 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time / 3,000 hours experience within last 3 years Requirements can be revised, so confirm the latest on the official CBIC exam page before booking.
CBIC Certified Infection Control Sample Questions:
Which of the following should be included when designing a data collection form for surveillance?
- A. As much information as possible
- B. Only the information needed
- C. Denominator information
- D. Medication history
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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Which of the following management activities should be performed FIRST?
- A. Evaluate project results
- B. Assign responsibility for projects
- C. Establish goals
- D. Plan and organize activities
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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The infection preventionist (IP) collaborates with the Intravenous Therapy team to select the best antiseptic for use during the insertion of an intravascular device for adults. For a patient with no contraindications, what antiseptic should the IP suggest?
- A. Antibiotic ointment
- B. Alcohol
- C. Povidone-iodine
- D. Chlorhexidine
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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The infection preventionist observed a caregiver entering a room without performing hand hygiene. The BEST response would be to
- A. install hand hygiene dispensers in more convenient areas.
- B. provide immediate feedback and education to the caregiver.
- C. design a unit-based education program.
- D. post additional signage to remind caregivers to wash before entry.
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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The MOST important characteristic to include when using a template for a comprehensive annual risk assessment is
- A. facility specific demographics end healthcare-associated Infection data
- B. statewide communicable disease and healthcare-associated infection data
- C. cost savings attributed to the infection prevention and control program.
- D. system strategic goals and objectives.
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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