Master the essentials of incident reporting in healthcare with this self-paced online course. Covering definitions, reporting requirements, legal implications, and real-world case studies, this program prepares you to document and escalate incidents confidently. 

Duration: 3 hours | 3 CEUs | 

Certificate valid for 2 years. 

Designed for caregivers, nurses, and healthcare staff seeking compliance and professional development.

Incident reporting is central to patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance. This self-paced online course equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to accurately report, document, and escalate incidents in alignment with CMS, OSHA, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards.

What You’ll Learn

• Types of incidents: adverse events, near misses, sentinel events.
• Legal and ethical considerations, including confidentiality and whistleblower protections.
• Objective vs. subjective reporting.
• Required components of an incident report.
• Navigating paper and electronic reporting systems.
• Escalation procedures and timeliness.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective/Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Fostering a non-punitive reporting culture.

Course Features

• Self-paced interactive modules.
• Real-world case studies and sample report reviews.
• Reflection activities and knowledge checks.
• Final assessment with certification.

Who Should Enroll
Caregivers, nurses, allied health professionals, assisted living staff, and healthcare managers seeking continuing education or compliance training.

Enroll now to strengthen your reporting skills, protect your patients, and advance your healthcare career with confidence!