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SGNA Educational Courses

Learning Link

The Learning Link provides high quality instruction, including sessions from the Annual Course, that can be used year-round for group or individual learning opportunities. Create a library of information with this new educational tool, specifically geared to meet the unique training needs of GI/endoscopy units. The following Learning Link sessions are available for infection control:

Customizable “sets” of 1-, 3-, 5- or 10-sessions, as well as individual sessions, are available in a wide range of GI/endoscopy topics. Visit the SGNA Web site to learn about these and other topics available.

Reprocessing/Infection Control Module

Individual module from the Associates Program, module three focuses on reprocessing and infection control. Purchase and successful completion of individual module provides CE opportunity. Read more about the Associates Program and purchase the reprocessing/infection control module.

Train the Trainer

The Nurse Manager's Guide to the Reprocessing Competency

For the Nurse Manager in the GI setting who is responsible for ensuring that the cleaning and disinfection of endoscopes is done safely and effectively! The purpose of this new course is to offer Nurse Managers tools to:

  • Encourage the use of SGNA scope cleaning standards and practices in their facilities.
  • Utilize SGNA Standards and Guidelines to teach technicians and associates how to clean and disinfect scopes.
  • Provide recognition for technicians and associates for the knowledge and skills resulting from this training.
  • Review reprocessing procedure through hands-on practice.

Visit the SGNA Web site to learn more about this in-person event.

Free Standards of Infection Control Contact Hour

SGNA provides a free contact hour opportunity related to the SGNA Standards of Infection Control in Reprocessing of Flexible Gastrointestinal Endoscopes. The module is worth one (1) contact hour and can be accessed by ordering the free module through the SGNA Marketplace.

  • Once purchased, access your free module using the "My eLearning Courses" portal.
  • A passing score of 80% or better is needed to receive the contact hour.

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SGNA Publications and Products

Endoscope Cleaning and High-Level Disinfection Self-Study Module (Fourth Edition; 2009)
An accurate and comprehensive self-study module interprets widely endorsed scientific theory into easy to understand step-by-step guidelines. Presented in a user-friendly format, SGNA guidelines are interpreted for standardizing safe, efficient and cost-effective infection control practice in GI/endoscopy settings. The fourth edition incorporates the recently released SGNA Standards of Infection Control in Reprocessing of Flexible Gastrointestinal Endoscopes (2009). 

Module includes the Endoscope Cleaning and High-Level Disinfection Learning Guide, fourth edition, the instructional Reprocessing of Flexible Gastrointestinal Endoscopes DVD and the laminated Endoscope Cleaning and High-Level Disinfectant Chart, fifth edition. All components come packaged in a sleek folder for easy storage; individual components can be purchased separately. Learn more by visiting the SGNA Marketplace to order.
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Endoscope Cleaning and High-Level Disinfection Chart (Fifth Edition; 2009)
This handy 16” x 24” wall chart clearly illustrates the eight steps necessary for achieving high-level disinfection of endoscopy. Based on current standards and practices, this chart is ideal for training or for staff review. Learn more by visiting the SGNA Marketplace to order.
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