CIC – Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CBIC)
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750 CIC Infection Control questions across 8 domains. The largest is Surveillance and Epidemiologic Investigation, 17% of the exam. Every question comes with an answer explanation.
- 750 questions in the bank
- 135 questions in 180 minutes per site supplementary practice session
- 8 units
Every option explained so you understand why
What you get
- 750questions in the bankPractise with the answer shown right away, or sit a full timed mock
- 8unitsSplit by the exam syllabus
Unit map
- 01Processes to Identify Infectious Diseases22 questions
- 02Surveillance and Epidemiologic Investigation23 questions
- 03Preventing/Controlling the Transmission of Infectious Agents22 questions
- 04Employee/Occupational Health11 questions
- 05Management and Communication of the Infection Prevention Program16 questions
- 06Education and Research15 questions
- 07Environment of Care13 questions
- 08Cleaning, Disinfection, Sterilization of Medical Devices and Equipment13 questions
Exam facts
CIC – Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CBIC) — Number of questions: 150 questions. Exam time: 180 minutes. Pass mark: 700 on the 300–900 scale. Exam fee: USD 445. Source: Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) (Last verified: 2026-11-11). Question bank: A site supplementary practice session of 135 questions in 180 minutes with a result for every unit, plus 750 explained questions across 8 units, every option explained, a review of your mistakes, and two ways to practise: see the answer right away, or sit a full timed mock. Free questions: a 10-question diagnostic test covering the main units, no sign-up; at the end you get your score and your weakest units.
- Exam language
- English
- Number of questions
- 150 questions Source Last verified: 2026-11-10
- Exam time
- 180 minutes Source Last verified: 2026-11-10
- Pass mark
- 700 on the 300–900 scale Source
- Exam fee
- USD 445 Source
Last verified: 2026-11-11
How to register
- Check the eligibility requirements on the CBIC website, then submit your exam application with the USD 445 fee.
- Once accepted, book with Prometric: at a testing center or remotely with ProProctor.
- The exam has two 90-minute sections with an optional 16-minute break between them.
Exam body
Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC): Official website: Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC)
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in CIC, and how long is it?
Number of questions: 150 questions. Exam time: 180 minutes. Exam fee: USD 445. Source: Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC).
Can I try CIC questions for free?
Yes. Free questions: a 10-question diagnostic test covering the main units, no sign-up; at the end you get your score and your weakest units. The free practice test page lists the same questions with answers and an explanation for every option. The rest of the questions and the full mock exams come with a pass from SAR 26.
What makes this CIC question bank different?
Question bank: A site supplementary practice session of 135 questions in 180 minutes with a result for every unit, plus 750 explained questions across 8 units, every option explained, a review of your mistakes, and two ways to practise: see the answer right away, or sit a full timed mock. Practice questions and explanations are ready to use on your phone. Try the free questions and read the explanations before buying full access.
What does CIC cover, and how much does each section weigh?
8 domains: Processes to Identify Infectious Diseases (16.3%); Surveillance and Epidemiologic Investigation (17%); Preventing/Controlling the Transmission of Infectious Agents (16.3%); Employee/Occupational Health (8.2%); Management and Communication of the Infection Prevention Program (11.8%); Education and Research (11.1%); Environment of Care (9.6%); Cleaning, Disinfection, Sterilization of Medical Devices and Equipment (9.6%). Source: Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) exam outline.
What is the CIC pass mark, and how much is the exam?
The pass mark is a scaled score of 700 on a 300–900 scale. The exam has 150 questions, of which 135 are scored. The fee is USD 445, paid with the application. Source: CBIC exam page.
How do I register for CIC, and where do I test?
You apply on the CBIC website with the fee, then book with Prometric at a testing center or remotely with ProProctor.
Is this an official site, and how do I pay?
It is an independent site, not part of Qiyas, this exam's regulator or any government body, with practice questions and answer explanations. You pay once, with no automatic renewal, through Waffo Pancake (the merchant of record) by Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay or Google Pay, and your statement shows "WAFFO". If you were charged twice or the pass did not open, email support@saudiexams.com.
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