CIC Certification: The Complete Guide to the CBIC Infection Control Exam
What the CBIC CIC® is, who can sit it, what it costs by country, and how to prepare — with an Arabic version for infection control professionals.
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The CBIC Certified in Infection Control (CIC®) is the international certification for infection prevention professionals, awarded by CBIC. The exam has 150 questions (135 scored), a pass mark of 700 out of 900, and needs at least one year of infection prevention experience. The fee depends on your country: $445 in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, $220 in Egypt.
The infection control CIC® (from CBIC) is different from the AAPC Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), a medical-coding credential.
What are the CIC requirements?
- <strong>Current role</strong> with direct responsibility for infection prevention and control.
- <strong>Experience:</strong> 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, or 3,000 hours of IPC work in the last 3 years.
- <strong>Education:</strong> post-secondary education in a health-related field recommended (no specific degree required).
- <strong>New to IPC?</strong> CBIC's entry-level a-IPC credential is for beginners.
How much does the CIC exam cost?
| Country tier | CBIC exam fee |
|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia, UAE (high income) | $445 |
| Upper-middle income | $330 |
| Egypt and lower-middle income | $220 |
| Low income | $110 |
What's on the CIC exam?
The exam covers 8 domains of infection prevention and control, with 135 scored items. For the full domain breakdown and the 2026 outline changes, read the CIC exam content outline 2026.
Start preparing
The CIC Exam Prep Course covers all 8 domains in Arabic and English. Compare options and exam fees for your country on our CIC certification page, and follow the plan in how to pass the CIC exam.
FAQ
What is the CIC certification?
The CBIC Certified in Infection Control (CIC®) is the international certification for infection prevention professionals.
How much is the CIC exam?
From $110 to $445 depending on your country's income level: $445 in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, $220 in Egypt.
How many questions are on the CIC exam?
150 questions, 135 scored, in two 90-minute sections; pass mark 700 of 900.
Is the course in Arabic?
Yes, in Arabic and English, with exam terms in English as on the exam.
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Dr Shorouk Elsayed
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