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Surgical PPE Application & Infection Prevention Training

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CONTENT TYPE

VR, ILV, 3D, Interactive Modules

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DURATION

3.5 Hours

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TARGET AUDIENCE

Surgical Technology Students / Allied Health Learners

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COURSE DELIVERY

VR or WEB Based

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Credits : 0.4

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About the Course:

This Surgical PPE Application & Infection Prevention microcredential introduces Surgical Technology learners to essential personal protective equipment (PPE) practices used to support infection prevention and contamination control in perioperative environments. 

Through immersive VR simulations, learners will practice hand hygiene, proper hand drying, applying a beard cover when applicable, wearing a surgical face mask, applying a face shield, performing hand sanitization, and donning a sterile surgical gown and gloves. The course emphasizes appropriate PPE use, personal protection, contamination prevention, and safe preparation for surgical activities. 

Learning Objectives:

  • Explain the importance of PPE in maintaining a safe perioperative environment. 
  • Properly wear and secure a surgical face mask over the nose and mouth. 
  • Demonstrate appropriate use of a face shield for added facial protection. 
  • Perform hand sanitization before entering the operating room. 
  • Explain the protective purpose of a sterile surgical gown. 
  • Properly apply sterile gloves while maintaining contamination control. 
  • Follow appropriate PPE practices to support infection prevention and personal protection. 

This Surgical PPE Application & Infection Prevention training is delivered through our LMS and is available as both web-based and immersive VR training.

Surgical PPE application and infection prevention training for surgical technologists

 

Surgical PPE Application & Infection Prevention Training for Surgical Technologists

Surgical technologist practicing PPE application and infection prevention

At ImmerseLearn, we prepare Surgical Technology learners with essential PPE skills required in perioperative environments. This microcredential strengthens hand hygiene, PPE selection and application, protective barrier use, contamination prevention, and sterile gown and glove donning through web-based and immersive VR learning.

Hand Hygiene and Hand Drying−
Practice proper hand hygiene by applying soap, thoroughly rubbing the hands, rinsing with water, and drying each hand with a clean towel. Learners reinforce proper hand hygiene as an essential part of infection prevention before applying PPE.
Head and Facial Protection+
Practice applying a beard cover when facial hair is present, followed by a surgical face mask and face shield. Learners develop proper PPE application techniques to support protection and contamination control within the perioperative environment.
Hand Sanitization and PPE Preparation+
Perform hand sanitization before proceeding to the operating room for sterile PPE application. Learners reinforce the importance of clean hands before handling sterile gowns and gloves.
Sterile Surgical Gown Application+
Practice selecting and donning a sterile, long-sleeved surgical gown. Learners secure the gown appropriately at the neck, back, and cuffs while maintaining the protective barrier and minimizing contamination.

By completing this microcredential, learners will develop practical skills in PPE application and infection prevention for surgical environments. Learners will be able to perform appropriate hand hygiene and sanitization, apply required facial and head protection, don a sterile surgical gown, and apply sterile gloves while supporting personal protection and contamination control. 

Apply surgical PPE correctly and follow infection prevention steps before
entering the procedure area. Understand workflow principles that prevent exposure, cross-contamination, and
infection control errors.