Question 1

Is there an online dental infection control course in India?

Accepted Answer

Yes. MCDI offers this online infection control course for dental practice, covering standard precautions, PPE, instrument reprocessing, sterilisation, surface disinfection and biomedical waste management.

Question 2

How long is the dental infection control course?

Accepted Answer

The course is about 4 hours of online learning. It is concise and practical, with case scenarios and a live Q&A session.

Question 3

Does the course teach sterilization in dental clinic step by step?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It covers the full reprocessing workflow from cleaning and packaging to autoclave loading, sterilisation monitoring with indicators and storage of sterile packs.

Question 4

Can dental assistants join this infection control training?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The course is suitable for dentists, dental assistants, hygienists, dental nurses and clinic managers involved in sterilisation and clinical hygiene.

Question 5

Is biomedical waste management covered?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The course explains biomedical waste segregation and colour coding followed in India, sharps disposal, amalgam waste and documentation.

Question 6

What should I do after a needlestick injury in the dental clinic?

Accepted Answer

The course covers immediate first aid, reporting, source patient assessment and post-exposure management. Participants learn how to set up a clear protocol for their clinic.

Question 7

Will this course help me prepare my clinic for inspections?

Accepted Answer

The course helps you write infection control SOPs, maintain records and run internal audits. It does not itself grant any accreditation or licence.

Question 8

Do I get a certificate after the online infection control course?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every participant receives a certificate of completion from MCDI after completing the course.