Implementation and evaluation of infection prevention and control training in sub-Saharan Africa

D. Odada; J. Ndai; R. Thuku; R. Adam

doi:10.1016/j.infpip.2025.100485

Implementation and evaluation of infection prevention and control training in sub-Saharan Africa

D. Odada, J. Ndai, R. Thuku, R. Adam

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Healthcare-associated infections remain a global concern, exacerbated by limited competent infection prevention and control personnel in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This study evaluated infection prevention and control training using Kirkpatrick's model to determine its effectiveness in enhancing competence in infection preventionists in Kenya. This descriptive design assessed participants' knowledge and satisfaction with a training workshop through pre- and post-tests and a five-point Likert scale. Forty participants showed significant improvement in knowledge (pre-test: 49%, post-test: 64%; P<0.05) and high satisfaction with the training workshop (mean 4.68/5). The findings affirm the effectiveness of structured training in LMICs to enhance competency, and underscore the need for formal professional development.

Original language	English (US)
Article number	100485
Journal	Infection Prevention in Practice
Volume	7
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.infpip.2025.100485
Publication status	Published - Dec 2025
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Evaluation
Infection preventionists
Learning outcome
Training

UN SDGs

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Implementation and evaluation of infection prevention and control training in sub-Saharan Africa

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