The Second-Level Master’s Degree in Direction/Coordination of Infectious Risk Services related to healthcare, offered by the Healthcare Masters Program of the University of Parma, is designed to train highly qualified professionals capable of taking on leading roles in the management of infectious risk within public and private healthcare and social care organizations.
The program develops clinical, organizational, managerial, and interpersonal skills necessary to:
• Analyze and assess infectious risk in hospitals, community settings, and local healthcare services, identifying critical areas and potential sources of infection;
• Design tailored strategic plans for infection prevention and control, adapted to the specific characteristics of healthcare facilities;
• Coordinate operational activities for the implementation of preventive measures, involving multiple professional roles;
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness of adopted strategies;
• Promote continuous education and professional development among healthcare workers, fostering best practices in infectious risk management.
The curriculum combines lectures, workshops, seminars, group projects, and applied project work, supported by an internship in affiliated healthcare institutions. Classes are delivered online in synchronous mode, with sessions held on alternating weeks to provide flexibility for professionals already working in healthcare.
The Master’s program lasts 13 months, grants 60 university credits (ECTS), and offers 30 available places.
Applications are now open and can be submitted until January 30, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.
This program represents a valuable educational opportunity for those seeking to specialize in infectious risk management, directly contributing to patient safety and the improvement of quality in healthcare services.