The Association For Professionals In Infection Control And Epidemiologyapicis A Global Organization Focused On Advancing Infection Prevention And Controlipcpracticesestablished In 1972 By A Group Of Infection Control Nursesapic Has Grown To Include Over 15 000 Members In 48 Countriesits Mission Is To Create A Safer World Through Infection Preventionemphasizing Patient Safetyimplementation Scienceand Advocacy Apic Provides A Range Of Servicesincluding Educational Programscertificationsand Resources To Enhance Ipc Competenciesit Founded The Certification Board Of Infection Controlcbicto Administer The Certified In Infection Controlcica Credentialwhich Supports The Implementation Of Evidence Based Practicesthe Organization Also Advocates For Policies That Improve Patient Outcomes And Promotes Data Standardization For Tracking Healthcare Associated Infectionshais Apic Serves Healthcare Professionals And Institutionsincluding Hospitalspublic Health Agenciesand Academic Institutionscollaborating With Various Stakeholders To Enhance Global Healthcare Safety
