Bloodborne Pathogens
COURSE AUTHOR(S)
COURSE SUMMARY
An ever-increasing number of people are infected with Bloodborne pathogens like hepatitis each year. Individuals who have been incarcerated are at greater risk for infection, and this is a population that law enforcement officers frequently come into contact with. Law Enforcement and Corrections Officers also may encounter hypodermic needles, drug paraphernalia, and combative subjects, bringing them within close proximity to blood and bodily fluids. This course teaches officers in methods and practices to keep themselves and their coworkers from becoming infected with a Bloodborne pathogen such as hepatitis or HIV.
Each online course is developed from an 8-hour classroom-based curriculum. The average length of our online courses is 90 to 120 minutes.
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Introduction
- SME Introduction
- Introduction to Bloodborne Pathogens
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Module 1: What are Bloodborne Pathogens?
- Module Objectives
- SME Introduction
- What are Bloodborne Pathogens?
- HIV
- Hepatitis B Virus
- Hepatitis C Virus
- Module Summary
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Module 2: Occupational Exposures to Bloodborne Pathogens
- Module Objectives
- SME Introduction
- Elements of Exposure
- Occupational Exposures
- Module Summary
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Module 3: Reducing the Risk of Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
- Module Objectives
- SME Introduction
- Agency Policy and Procedure
- Prevention
- Universal Precautions
- Module Summary
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Module 4: Steps to Take If Exposed to Bloodborne Pathogens
- Module Objectives
- SME Introduction
- Post Exposure
- Treatment for Exposures
- Serial Blood Testing
- Module Summary
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Post-Assessment
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Course Credits
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