Introduction

Antibiotic Resistance & Stewardship Training Course is designed to address the escalating global threat of Antimicrobial Resistance, Multidrug-Resistant Organisms, and Healthcare-Associated Infections. With rising cases of Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae, MRSA, and ESBL-producing pathogens, healthcare systems worldwide are under immense pressure to implement robust Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs. This course equips healthcare professionals with cutting-edge strategies in Precision Prescribing, Infection Prevention & Control, Surveillance Systems, and One Health Approach, aligning with WHO Global Action Plan on AMR and CDC stewardship frameworks.

Through an integrated learning model combining Clinical Decision Support Systems, Data-Driven Stewardship, Pharmacokinetic/Pharmacodynamic Optimization, and Rapid Diagnostic Technologies, participants will develop practical competencies to combat inappropriate antibiotic use, reduce resistance rates, and improve patient safety outcomes. Emphasis is placed on Evidence-Based Medicine, Antibiotic De-escalation Protocols, Behavioral Change Interventions, and Digital Health Innovations, ensuring participants can implement measurable, sustainable stewardship solutions in hospitals, primary care, and community health settings.

Programme Curriculum

Antibiotic Resistance & Stewardship Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Strengthen knowledge of Global Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Trends & Surveillance Data.
Implement Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs (ASP) Frameworks effectively.
Apply Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) Optimization Strategies.
Utilize Rapid Molecular Diagnostics & Point-of-Care Testing (POCT).
Integrate Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS) into prescribing workflows.
Promote Evidence-Based Antibiotic Prescribing Guidelines.
Develop Antibiotic De-escalation & IV-to-PO Switch Protocols.
Monitor and reduce Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs).
Implement Data-Driven Surveillance & Resistance Mapping Tools.
Strengthen Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) Compliance Audits.
Apply the One Health Approach to Zoonotic & Environmental AMR.
Design Behavioral Change & Prescriber Accountability Interventions.
Evaluate outcomes using Quality Improvement (QI) & Patient Safety Metrics.

Target Audience

Infectious Disease Specialists
Clinical Pharmacists & PharmD Professionals
Microbiologists & Laboratory Scientists
Hospital Administrators & Quality Managers
ICU Physicians & Internal Medicine Doctors
Nurses & Infection Control Practitioners
Public Health Professionals
Healthcare Policy Makers & Regulatory Authorities

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Antimicrobial Resistance

Global AMR Burden & WHO Action Plan
Mechanisms of Resistance (ESBL, CRE, MRSA)
Antibiotic Pipeline & Innovation Gaps
One Health Perspective
Case Study: CRE outbreak management in tertiary hospital

Module 2: Principles of Antimicrobial Stewardship

Core Elements of ASP
Leadership Commitment & Accountability
Stewardship Policy Development
Multidisciplinary Team Roles
Case Study: Implementing ASP in a 300-bed hospital

Module 3: Clinical Prescribing Optimization

Empiric vs Targeted Therapy
PK/PD Optimization & Dose Adjustment
IV-to-Oral Switch Strategy
De-escalation Protocols
Case Study: Reducing broad-spectrum antibiotic misuse in ICU

Module 4: Rapid Diagnostics & Technology Integration

Molecular Diagnostics & PCR Testing
Biomarkers (Procalcitonin, CRP)
Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS)
AI in Predictive Resistance Modeling
Case Study: Reducing turnaround time with rapid diagnostics

Module 5: Infection Prevention & Control (IPC)

Hand Hygiene Compliance
Environmental Decontamination
Isolation Precautions
HAI Surveillance Systems
Case Study: MRSA containment in surgical ward

Module 6: Data-Driven Stewardship & Surveillance

Resistance Mapping & Trend Analysis
Antibiograms & Reporting
Electronic Health Records (EHR) Integration
KPI & QI Metrics
Case Study: Data dashboard implementation for stewardship monitoring

Module 7: Behavioral & Policy Interventions

Prescriber Behavior Change Models
Education & Awareness Campaigns
Policy & Regulatory Frameworks
Community Engagement Strategies
Case Study: National antibiotic awareness campaign impact

Module 8: Implementation, Monitoring & Sustainability

Audits & Feedback Mechanisms
ROI of Stewardship Programs
Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
Sustainability & Capacity Building
Case Study: Sustaining ASP impact over 5 years

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Resistance mechanisms Responsible usage Treatment protocols Monitoring strategies

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 23 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000