Raising the standard in sepsis and infection prevention 

Infection prevention is a core element of quality care and patient safety. Organizations face increasing pressure to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), including sepsis, ensure compliance with evolving regulations, and maintain public confidence. HAIs and sepsis remain a leading threat to patient safety affecting millions globally each year, increasing lengths of stay, and adding billions in avoidable healthcare costs. Organizations that invest in robust, proactive infection prevention strategies are better positioned to improve outcomes and protect patients and staff. 

What is the Advanced Certification in Infection Prevention (AC-IP)? 

DNV’s AC-IP certification is designed for organizations that go above and beyond basic infection control practices. It recognizes organizations that implement a comprehensive, risk-based infection prevention system across all levels of care, with an emphasis on sepsis prevention. Unlike traditional checklist-based audits, the AC-IP certification is grounded in ISO 9001 quality management system standards and aligns with international best-practices (CDC, WHO, APIC,). The certification assesses the integration of data-driven decisions, leadership engagement, and organizational accountability. 

The certification process includes an annual survey that evaluates data, documentation, and infection control practices and offers constructive, forward-looking feedback for continuous improvement.