CBIC a-IPC Associate Infection Prevention and Control Vocabulary Game
Exam terms with clues and explanations by OpenExamPrep.
About the CBIC a-IPC Associate Infection Prevention and Control Vocabulary Game
A free word game for the CBIC a-IPC Associate Infection Prevention and Control exam. Each round shows a clue for one of 20 exam terms across 8 topics. Recall the term, spell it out, then read a short explanation. Rounds pick a random term, so you can keep playing as long as you like.
How to Play
- 1Read the clue and type a term with the right number of letters (3 to 6). Abbreviations count: type the letters only.
- 2Press Check Answer or Enter. Each letter changes color to show how close you are.
- 3You have 6 tries. Stuck? Need a hint? asks the AI tutor for a nudge without giving the term away, and Skip moves to a new term.
- 4After the round, read the explanation, ask the AI to explain it, share your result, or press Next.
- ARight letter, right spot
- AIn the term, wrong spot
- ANot in the term
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Topics in the CBIC a-IPC Associate Infection Prevention and Control Vocabulary Game
Disease identification
Surveillance methods
Transmission controls
Occupational health
Quality improvement
Research methods
Environmental safety
Device reprocessing
Sources for these terms (19)
- Background — Management of Multidrug-Resistant Organisms in Healthcare Settings (2006) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Surgical Site Infection Basics · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Urinary Tract Infection Basics · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Central Line-associated Bloodstream Infection (CLABSI) Basics · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Catheter-associated Urinary Tract Infection (CAUTI) Basics · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Background Information: Terminology and Estimates of Risk · Source checked 2026-11-03
- NHSN's Guide to the 2022 Baseline Standardized Infection Ratios · Source checked 2026-11-03
- II. Fundamental Elements Needed to Prevent Transmission of Infectious Agents in Healthcare Settings · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Glossary — Guideline for Isolation Precautions · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 1910.1030 — Bloodborne pathogens · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 1910.134 — Respiratory protection · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Tools and Training — SWOT Analysis · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Tools and Training — Pareto Chart · Source checked 2026-11-03
- First Level: Peer Review · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Background — NIH Peer Review Process · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Analyzing and Interpreting Data — Field Epi Manual · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Executive Summary — Guidelines for Environmental Infection Control in Health-Care Facilities · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Water Management in Healthcare Facilities · Source checked 2026-11-03
- A Rational Approach to Disinfection and Sterilization · Source checked 2026-11-03
About the a-IPC Exam
The a-IPC exam is the entry-level infection prevention and control certification offered by CBIC. It validates foundational knowledge in infection prevention including identification of infectious disease processes, surveillance and epidemiologic investigation, preventing and controlling transmission, hand hygiene, cleaning and disinfection, isolation precautions, and antimicrobial stewardship. The a-IPC is designed for professionals new to the infection prevention field.
Exam sponsor: CBIC (Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
100 multiple-choice questions (85 scored, 15 unscored pretest); forward-only navigation
Time Limit
2 hours of testing inside a 2.5-hour appointment
Passing Score
Scaled score of at least 700 on a 300-900 scale (criterion-referenced, Angoff)
Reported exam pass rate: 63% (2025 testers) per CBIC. This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the a-IPC vocabulary game free?
Yes. The game is free to play with no sign-up. Signing in adds AI explanations for any term.
How does the a-IPC vocabulary game work?
Each round shows a clue for one of 20 a-IPC terms. Guess the term in six tries: green means the right letter in the right spot, yellow means the letter is in the term but in another spot, and gray means it is not in the term. After the round, read the explanation and play the next term.
Where do the a-IPC terms come from?
OpenExamPrep researched each term from the CBIC (Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology) content outline and primary sources, listed under Sources on this page. The game is independent study material, not an official exam resource.
What is the a-IPC certification?
The a-IPC (Associate Infection Prevention and Control) is an entry-level certification offered by CBIC for professionals who are new to infection prevention or beginning their career in the field. It validates foundational knowledge of infection prevention principles, surveillance, and control measures. The a-IPC complements the more advanced CIC (Certification in Infection Prevention and Control) credential.
How does a-IPC differ from the CIC certification?
The a-IPC is the entry-level credential designed for professionals new to infection prevention, with 100 questions and a 2-hour time limit. The CIC is the advanced certification with 150 questions (135 scored) and a 3-hour time limit that requires deeper knowledge and experience. The a-IPC covers foundational concepts while the CIC tests advanced application, program management, and research capabilities.