denotes Educational Track
1 Antimicrobial Resistance; 2 Collaboration; 3 Disinfection Sterilization; 4 Emergency Room Preparedness; 5 IC Program and Business;
6 International; 7 Leadership; 8 New Infection Preventionist; 9 Skill Development; 10 Special Populations/Special Settings; 11 Surveillance
related infections because of limited evidence-based practices in
the scientific literature. The presenters will provide the infection
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
preventionist with practical knowledge and tools to address the
Exhibit Hall/ Opening Reception
unique challenges of the pediatric setting.
Don’t miss the opening of the largest expo in infection prevention
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
and control products and services worldwide. The opening
reception is included in full-conference registration price. No

Study Design
separate fees or registration required except for guests and those
Faculty: attending the reception only.
Jonathan Edwards, MS
Healthcare Outcomes Branch
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA
Study design is a fundamental stage of epidemiologic research.
This workshop will provide an overview of the two main types of
epidemiologic studies, discuss key terms such as randomization
and causation, describe two aspects that help distinguish common
designs, and review examples of relevant designs.
Orientation Programs
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Conference Survival 101
Faculty:
Jeanette Daniel, RN, CIC
Innovative Consultant
Innovative Consulting, LLC, Ashland, VA
Participants in this program will be introduced to the
excitement of participation in the largest annual educational
gathering of infection prevention and control experts
worldwide. Discussion will include the importance of
personal time management during the week, safety tips, and
“take-home” messages of greatest value from attending this
international meeting. NOTE: This session does not provide
continuing education credit hours.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
International Attendees Conference
Orientation
Faculty:
Jeanne Pfeiffer, RN, MPH, CIC
Clinical Assistant Professor,
University of Minnesota, School of Nursing,
Golden Valley, MN
APIC welcomes the global perspective and expertise of
international attendees. This orientation provides a forum
to explore the benefits, features and diversity of the annual
conference; establish educational and networking priorities;
and receive instructions on how to obtain CE credit.
International attendees are also invited to join APIC leaders
at the International Reception. NOTE: This session does not
provide continuing education credit hours.
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