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USP <797> Hand Hygiene Procedures 

 

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CONTENT TYPE

VR, ILV, Interactive Modules

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DURATION

2.5 Hours

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TARGET AUDIENCE

Pharmacy Technician Students / Allied Health Learners

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COURSE DELIVERY

VR or WEB Based

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Credits : 0.3

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About the Course:

This USP <797> Hand Hygiene Procedures microcredential introduces pharmacy technician students to proper hand hygiene techniques used to help prevent contamination in sterile compounding and clinical environments. 

Through immersive VR simulations, learners will practice wetting hands, applying soap, cleaning all hand surfaces, rinsing thoroughly, drying with a sterile single-use towel, turning off the faucet without direct contact, applying hand sanitizer, and putting on gloves. The course emphasizes thorough handwashing, contamination prevention, proper drying techniques, and safe preparation before sterile procedures. 

Learning Objectives:

  • Explain the importance of hand hygiene in preventing contamination during sterile compounding. 
  • Clean the palms, backs of the hands, and spaces between the fingers. 
  • Apply appropriate techniques to clean the backs of the fingers and knuckles. 
  • Rinse hands thoroughly using the demonstrated technique. 
  • Apply hand sanitizer and rub hands until completely dry. 
  • Demonstrate appropriate glove application after hand hygiene. 
  • Follow established hand hygiene procedures to support contamination control. 

This USP <797> Hand Hygiene Procedures training is delivered through our LMS and is available as both web-based and immersive VR training.

Pharmacy technician ethics and professional conduct training

 

USP <797> Hand Hygiene Procedures Training for Pharmacy Technicians

Professional conduct and patient confidentiality training for pharmacy technicians

At ImmerseLearn, we prepare pharmacy technician students with essential hand hygiene skills required in sterile compounding and clinical environments. This microcredential strengthens handwashing technique, contamination prevention, proper hand drying, hand sanitization, glove application, and safe preparation for sterile procedures through immersive VR-based learning. 

Handwashing Preparation and Soap Application −
Learn to wet hands thoroughly under running water and apply soap correctly. Learners practice creating a lather and preparing their hands for systematic cleansing.
Cleaning All Hand Surfaces +
Practice cleaning the palms, backs of the hands, spaces between the fingers, backs of the fingers, and knuckles. Learners also focus on the thumbs, fingertips, and areas beneath the nails to ensure thorough handwashing.
Rinsing and Proper Hand Drying +
Learn to rinse hands thoroughly and follow the demonstrated water-flow technique. Learners practice drying each hand completely with a sterile single-use towel, using the towel to turn off the faucet, and disposing of it appropriately.
Hand Sanitization and Glove Application +
Practice applying hand sanitizer and rubbing the hands together until completely dry. Learners then put on gloves in preparation for patient care or sterile procedures, following the demonstrated sequence.
Contamination Prevention and Safe Practices +
Reinforce the importance of cleaning every hand surface, avoiding direct contact with the faucet after washing, using appropriate drying materials, and following established hand hygiene procedures to help maintain a safe sterile compounding environment.

By completing this microcredential, pharmacy technician students will develop practical skills in proper handwashing, hand drying, hand sanitization, and glove application. Learners will be able to follow a systematic hand hygiene procedure, minimize contamination risks, handle drying materials appropriately, and prepare their hands for sterile compounding activities according to established procedures.