Benefits & Membership options

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Benefits & Membership Options

Becoming an APIC Member connects you with more than 15,000 IPC colleagues around the world and gives you the resources and education you need to manage effective infection prevention and control wherever you practice.

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APIC offers membership options for every stage of your infection prevention journey. Find the best fit below and start accessing the resources, education, and community you need to succeed.

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Professional Member

$220 /annually

Individuals in infection prevention, control, or epidemiology. They may vote, serve on committees, and hold office.

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New to Profession Member

$220 /annually

Individuals who have practiced infection prevention, control, or epidemiology for up to three years. They may vote, serve on committees, and hold office. Membership in this category is limited to their first three years in the field.

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Supporting Member

$295 /annually

Supporting Members are individuals not actively working in infection prevention, control, or epidemiology. They cannot vote, hold office, or serve on committees.

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Graduate Student Member

$55 /annually

Master’s or doctoral students at an accredited institution with no prior employment in infection prevention or epidemiology. They may not vote, hold office, or serve on committees.

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Undergraduate Student Member

$25 /annually

Students in an accredited associate or bachelor’s program with no prior employment in infection prevention or epidemiology. They may not vote, hold office, or serve on committees.

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Associate Member

$220 /annually

Associate Members work in infection prevention, control, or epidemiology within industry (e.g., manufacturers, vendors). They may vote and serve in appointed roles but cannot hold elected office.

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Retired Member

$80 /annually

Retired Members are former infection prevention or epidemiology professionals with at least five consecutive years of APIC membership. They may vote and serve on committees but cannot hold office.

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Lifetime Membership

APIC can bestow upon exceptional individuals the designation of Lifetime Member. This designation is granted by APIC and its Board to individuals who have had a special impact on the field of infection prevention.

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Undergraduate Student Member

Undergraduate Student Members shall be individuals enrolled in an associate or bachelor’s degree program at an accredited institution, who have never been employed in infection prevention and control and/or epidemiology. Undergraduate Student Members may not vote, hold elected office, or serve on committees. Note: Proof of program enrollment is required for Undergraduate Student Membership.

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Graduate Student Member

Graduate Student Members shall be individuals enrolled in a master’s or doctorate program at an accredited institution, who have never been employed in infection prevention and control and/or epidemiology. Graduate Student Members may not vote, hold elected office, or serve on committees. Note: Proof of program enrollment is required for Graduate Student Membership.

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New to Profession Member

New to Profession Members shall be individuals occupationally or professionally involved in the practice of infection prevention and control and/or epidemiology for up to three years. Such members may vote in elections or when a membership vote is required by Chapter 180 of the Massachusetts General Laws or requested by the Board of Directors, serve on committees, and hold elected office. Individuals can be in this category for three years, not to exceed their first three years in infection prevention and control and/or epidemiology.

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Professional Member

Professional Members shall be individuals occupationally or professionally involved in the practice of infection prevention and control and/or epidemiology. Such members may vote in elections or when a membership vote is required by Chapter 180 of the Massachusetts General Laws or requested by the Board of Directors, serve on committees, and hold elected office.

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Associate Member

Associate Members shall be individuals occupationally or professionally involved in the practice of infection prevention and control and/or epidemiology who are employed by Industry (ex. manufacturer, vendor, products/services to IPs). Such members may vote in elections or when a membership vote is required by Chapter 180 of the Massachusetts General Laws or requested by the Board of Directors. They may serve in appointed capacities however they cannot hold elected office.

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Supporting Member

Supporting Members shall be individuals who are not actively involved in the practice of infection prevention and control and/or epidemiology. Supporting Members may not vote, hold elected office or serve on committees.

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Retired Member

Retired Members shall be individuals who are no longer actively involved in the practice of infection prevention and control and/or epidemiology and who have had five (5) consecutive years of Professional or Associate APIC membership prior to retirement. Retired Members may vote in elections or when a membership vote is required by Chapter 180 of the Massachusetts General Laws or requested by the Board of Directors and serve on committees, however, they may not hold elected office.

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Organizational Membership

Systems/Companies/Facilities committed to advancing infection prevention and control are eligible for Organizational Membership. Through this program, you can enroll multiple IPs, non-IP healthcare professionals who have IPC responsibilities, and/or other professionals via a single invoice. This program offers savings for enrolling groups of people while providing each member with the full slate of APIC’s member benefits. “Organizational Member” describes the facility, system or company. Individuals covered by an Organizational Membership must still meet the current definition of the appropriate category (Professional, New to Profession, Associate, etc.).

Member Benefits

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On-the-Job Support & Education

Webinars

Earn CNEs/IPUs with free live and on-demand webinars, exclusive to APIC members. Valued at $35+ per month.

eNews

The latest news, guidelines, and industry perspectives to your inbox each Wednesday.

Toolkits, Briefs and Guides

Practical, evidence-based resources on a variety of topics, for surveillance and the elimination of infection.

Microlessons

A variety of quick lessons (less than 15 minutes!) created by fellow IPs, covering a range of topics through the APIC Microlearning Hub.

Factsheets, Infographics, and Flyers

Downloadable materials to help you spread knowledge about stopping infection in your facility.

Discounts

Save an average of 25% on APIC Education Courses, Conferences, Books, and the APIC Text. Earn CNEs and IPUs to support your valuable credentials.

Research & Thought Leadership

American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC)

APIC’s monthly scientific journal to your mailbox each month.

Prevention Strategist

APIC’s quarterly publication with evidence-based strategies and practical guidance.

Advocacy

Stay informed on the regulations and legislation that could impact your patients, facility, and career.

Career Partner Resources

Developmental Path of the Infection Preventionist

Access valuable resources, including the IP Competency Model, and the Proficient Practitioner Bridge to support your IP journey, from novice to expert.s. Valued at $35+ per month.

Certification Preparation

Earning your Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC®) increases your professional credibility and demonstrates your commitment to improved patient safety. APIC offers numerous resources and courses (all discounted for APIC members) to help you prepare for the CIC exam and get recertified.

Career Center

Explore open positions and prepare to take the next step in your career.

Networking & Community

APIC Chapters

Join one (or more!) of APIC’s 113 chapters to build a strong local support network and access additional educational and networking opportunities. Find a chapter in your area. APIC chapters are an additional fee.

Online Communities

APIC Connect is the premier online platform for infection preventionists. Engage in discussions (with email updates for new discussions) and search the document libraries for useful resources within community groups.

More than a dozen specialty sections allow you to share and receive tips and best practices with peers in similar practice settings. Online communities are included with membership.

Plus, explore the member directory to find colleagues with similar interests.

Volunteer Opportunities with APIC and APIC Chapters

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Plus, you can participate in APIC’s Online Panel for Market Research to help organizations better develop IPC products and services.

Webinars

Earn CNEs/IPUs with free live and on-demand webinars, exclusive to APIC members. Valued at $35+ per month.

eNews

The latest news, guidelines, and industry perspectives to your inbox each Wednesday.

Toolkits, Briefs and Guides

Practical, evidence-based resources on a variety of topics, for surveillance and the elimination of infection.

Microlessons

A variety of quick lessons (less than 15 minutes!) created by fellow IPs, covering a range of topics through the APIC Microlearning Hub.

Factsheets, Infographics, and Flyers

Downloadable materials to help you spread knowledge about stopping infection in your facility.

Discounts

Save an average of 25% on APIC Education Courses, Conferences, Books, and the APIC Text. Earn CNEs and IPUs to support your valuable credentials.

American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC)

APIC’s monthly scientific journal to your mailbox each month.

Prevention Strategist

APIC’s quarterly publication with evidence-based strategies and practical guidance.

Advocacy

Stay informed on the regulations and legislation that could impact your patients, facility, and career.

Developmental Path of the Infection Preventionist

Access valuable resources, including the IP Competency Model, and the Proficient Practitioner Bridge to support your IP journey, from novice to expert.s. Valued at $35+ per month.

Certification Preparation

Career Center

Explore open positions and prepare to take the next step in your career.

APIC Chapters

Online Communities

More than a dozen specialty sections allow you to share and receive tips and best practices with peers in similar practice settings. Online communities are included with membership.

Plus, explore the member directory to find colleagues with similar interests.

Volunteer Opportunities with APIC and APIC Chapters

Plus, you can participate in APIC’s Online Panel for Market Research to help organizations better develop IPC products and services.

Hear from Our Members Directly

Brigette Tayag Lao

RN, MA, NEA-BC, CIC

What has helped you most as you have progressed in your role as an IP?

The most important pieces came through my APIC membership, training, and gaining access to all the resources and journals.

Brigette Tayag Lao

RN, MA, NEA-BC, CIC

What has helped you most as you have progressed in your role as an IP?2

The most important pieces came through my APIC membership, training, and gaining access to all the resources and journals.

Brigette Tayag Lao

RN, MA, NEA-BC, CIC

What has helped you most as you have progressed in your role as an IP?3

The most important pieces came through my APIC membership, training, and gaining access to all the resources and journals.

Brigette Tayag Lao

RN, MA, NEA-BC, CIC

What has helped you most as you have progressed in your role as an IP?4

The most important pieces came through my APIC membership, training, and gaining access to all the resources and journals.

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