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IPC Leadership & the IPC Lead Role

Every facility needs someone who owns infection prevention. IPS equips your designated IPC Lead to build the program, engage the board, lead through an outbreak and walk into accreditation with confidence.

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It's a named role

The Aged Care Quality Standards expect a designated IPC Lead — not a shared afterthought.

The program needs an owner

IPC only works when one person drives it day to day, across the whole facility.

Leaders carry the team

Outbreaks, audits and everyday culture all hinge on a confident, well-supported lead.

What we offer

Start free. Grow into the role.

Begin with our free foundation course and self-assessment. Step up to the full IP Lead program when you're ready to lead the whole IPC effort.

● Free

Free IPC Lead foundations

Open to every facility — no subscription required. Understand the role, see where you stand, and get the essentials in hand.

Free course

Preparing for Success

The free foundation module — what the IPC Lead role is, and how to set it up well.

  • Self-paced, ~30 minutes
  • Certificate of completion
  • Module 1 of the IP Lead program
Self-check

IPC Lead Self-Assessment

A quick competency snapshot to see where you're strong and where to focus.

  • 10-point competency checklist
  • Instant gap snapshot
  • Points you to next steps
Toolkit

IPC Lead Starter Pack

Role & scope one-pager plus a governance integration checklist to get organised.

  • Role & scope outline
  • Governance integration checklist
  • AU & NZ versions

Ready to back your IPC Lead?

See how the free foundations and the full IP Lead program fit together for your facility.

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