THE BICSL TRAINING PROGRAM'S MEDIATING ROLE IN PATIENT SAFETY AND HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS’ SELF-EFFICACY AT AL-AFLAJ GENERAL HOSPITAL

Abstract

Background/Objectives: Patient safety and health care providers’ self-efficacy are fundamental to delivering high-quality health care. The Basic Infection Control Skills License (BICSL) training program was developed to enhance providers’ competencies in infection prevention and control (IPC), thereby improving their confidence and effectiveness in applying these practices. This study examined the mediating role of the BICSL training program in enhancing patient safety outcomes by improving the self-efficacy of health care providers at Al-Aflaj General Hospital.

Methods: A cross-sectional design was used, and data were collected from health care providers through validated surveys assessing perceptions of patient safety, self-efficacy, and the impact of BICSL training.

Results: The findings showed that BICSL training significantly enhanced providers’ self-efficacy, which, in turn, positively influenced patient safety indicators.

Conclusions: Structured IPC training programs not only equip health care professionals with essential technical skills but also foster confidence, responsibility, and accountability, ultimately contributing to safer patient care. These findings highlight the importance of integrating BICSL training into continuous professional development and patient safety strategies