Graduate Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control
Kitchener, Canada
Graduate Certificate
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
CAD 19,468 *
STUDY FORMAT
Blended
* for international students | CAD 7427.66 - for canadian students
Key Summary
About: The Graduate Certificate in Infection Prevention and Control at Conestoga teaches principles to reduce infections in healthcare settings. Topics include microbiology, disease transmission, sterilization, outbreak management, safety protocols and evidence-based procedures. You’ll get practical experience, build critical thinking about risks, control strategies and surveillance, and learn collaboration, communication and regulatory compliance. Check Conestoga’s website for PGWP alignment.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can work as infection prevention practitioners, IPC coordinators, clinical educators, quality and patient safety specialists. Settings include hospitals, long-term care, clinics, clinical labs and public health units. Career opportunities include roles in infection control, outbreak response, surveillance and compliance.
The graduate certificate in Infection Prevention and Control is designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills to reduce the spread of infections in healthcare settings. The program covers key topics such as microbiology, disease transmission, sterilization techniques, and outbreak management. Students learn current best practices to protect patients, staff, and visitors, emphasizing the importance of safety protocols and evidence-based procedures. This program prepares learners to support infection prevention efforts effectively across various healthcare environments.
Throughout the program, students engage in practical learning experiences and research to deepen their understanding of infection control principles. The curriculum promotes critical thinking about infection risks, control strategies, and the latest guidelines. It is ideal for those already in healthcare roles or aiming to enter this vital field. The program emphasizes collaboration, communication, and adherence to regulations, ensuring graduates are ready to help create safer, healthier spaces. This knowledge can help students advance their careers and contribute meaningfully to public health efforts.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the list of eligible fields of study for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
For Conestoga's latest list of PGWP-aligned programs, please visit the college website.