CIC Flashcards

468 study cards across 68 topic decks — every card built from a real CIC practice question. No account or sign-up needed. Flip to reveal the answer and explanation, mark what you know, and drill what you don't.

CIC exam key facts

The initial CIC certification exam is an objective, multiple-choice examination consisting of 150 questions, 135 of which are scored. Source
The CIC examination appointments are scheduled for a 3.5 hour window with three hours dedicated to the examination itself. Source
A candidate needs a total test scaled score of at least 700 on a 300 to 900 scale to pass the CIC Examination. Source
Candidates are required to submit a $445 USD examination fee with their application for the CIC examination. Source
Candidates who fail the CIC exam must wait 90 days before reapplying and paying for a new examination eligibility period. Source
The initial CIC certification is valid for five years before requiring recertification. Source

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🎲 Mixed Deck — All CIC Topics

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Decks by Topic

Antimicrobial Stewardship

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Antimicrobial Stewardship

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Antimicrobial Stewardship

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Antimicrobial Stewardship

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Cleaning, Disinfection, & Sterilization

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Cleaning, Disinfection, & Sterilization

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Cleaning, Disinfection, & Sterilization

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Cleaning, Disinfection, & Sterilization

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Education and Research

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Education and Research

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Education and Research

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Education and Research

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Employee & Occupational Health

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Employee & Occupational Health

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Employee & Occupational Health

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Employee & Occupational Health

Hand Hygiene & Isolation Precautions

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Hand Hygiene & Isolation Precautions

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Infectious Agent Transmission

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Infectious Agent Transmission

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Infectious Agent Transmission

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Infectious Agent Transmission

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Infectious Disease Processes

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Infectious Disease Processes

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Infectious Disease Processes

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Infectious Disease Processes

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Management and Communication

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Management and Communication

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Management and Communication

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Management and Communication

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Outbreak Investigation

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Outbreak Investigation

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Outbreak Investigation

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Outbreak Investigation

Surveillance & Epidemiologic Investigation

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Surveillance & Epidemiologic Investigation

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Surveillance & Epidemiologic Investigation

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Surveillance & Epidemiologic Investigation

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Antimicrobial Stewardship

6 cards

Cleaning, Disinfection, & Sterilization

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Education and Research

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Employee & Occupational Health

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Environment of Care

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Infectious Agent Transmission

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Infectious Disease Processes

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Management and Communication

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Outbreak Investigation

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Surveillance & Epidemiologic Investigation

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Device-Associated Infection Prevention

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Device-Associated Infection Prevention

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Device-Associated Infection Prevention

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Surgical Site Infection Prevention

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Surgical Site Infection Prevention

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Surgical Site Infection Prevention

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Sources & references

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cbic.org — Retake policy, score release, score validity, test dates, time limit, test delivery, fees, exam format, late registration, passing score · verified Oct 2026
prometric.com — Score release · verified Oct 2026