Overview

Why Attend

This course offers this training program in "Quality Improvement in Healthcare Institutions", designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills required to understand and implement effective quality systems within healthcare settings. The importance of this program stems from the increasing challenges faced by healthcare institutions, where quality has become a central element in ensuring patient safety, operational efficiency, and beneficiary satisfaction.

The program aims to enable participants to build robust quality systems that keep pace with rapid changes in the healthcare sector, enhance organizational readiness for international accreditations, and foster a culture of continuous improvement across all departments. It also emphasizes developing participants’ abilities in evaluation, analysis, and decision-making based on accurate data and measurable performance indicators, ensuring the delivery of safer, more efficient, and reliable healthcare services.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Who Should Attend?

Executive and administrative managers in healthcare institutions.
Quality and patient safety officers in hospitals and medical centers.
Medical and nursing staff responsible for implementing quality standards.
Consultants and supervisors overseeing healthcare programs and institutional development.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

Understand quality concepts and systems in healthcare settings.
Apply quality standards to improve medical and administrative performance.
Analyze gaps and develop continuous improvement plans within healthcare institutions.
Evaluate risks and ensure patient safety using quality tools.
Promote a culture of quality among all staff members within the organization.

Course Outline

Introduction to Quality in Healthcare
- Core quality concepts in healthcare institutions.
- Evolution of quality in the global healthcare sector.
- Relationship between quality and patient safety.
International Quality Standards
- Overview of JCI and ISO 15189 standards.
- Importance of healthcare accreditation and its impact on performance.
- Essential requirements for implementing international standards.
Performance Management in Healthcare Institutions
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in hospitals.
- Linking quality to clinical and administrative outcomes.
- Data analysis for evidence-based decision-making.
Process Improvement in Healthcare Settings
- Methods to streamline procedures and reduce waste.
- Identifying critical points in workflows.
- Designing workflows to enhance efficiency.
Patient Safety as Part of Quality
- Concepts and principles of patient safety.
- Serious incidents and prevention strategies.
- Roles of staff in maintaining a safe environment.
Risk Management in Healthcare Institutions
- Analysis of clinical and non-clinical risks.
- Risk classification and prioritization.
- Developing plans to manage potential risks.
Total Quality Management (TQM) Systems
- Principles of TQM and application in healthcare.
- Building a culture of continuous improvement.
- The role of leadership in achieving total quality.
Quality Planning in Hospitals
- Developing policies and procedures.
- Setting objectives and indicators.
- Allocating responsibilities within teams.
Quality Control and Performance Evaluation
- Tools for monitoring and follow-up in healthcare.
- Using internal reviews to identify deviations.
- Performance reports and their role in improvement.
Institutional Quality Accreditation
- Steps to obtain healthcare accreditation.
- Preparation requirements for accreditation.
- Managing teams during evaluation periods.
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of Problems
- RCA techniques for identifying failure points.
- Documenting findings effectively.
- Developing corrective actions.
Continuous Improvement in Healthcare Services
- Applying the PDCA cycle in healthcare settings.
- Measuring the impact of implemented improvements.
- Using feedback to enhance quality.
Quality Management in Medical Departments
- Ensuring quality in operating rooms and emergency units.
- Monitoring the quality of laboratory and radiology services.
- Developing standard operating procedures in clinical departments.
Quality in Patient Services and Logistics
- Standards for patient service and reception.
- Quality in nutrition, cleaning, and transportation services.
- Relationship between logistical support and patient experience.
Building a Quality Culture Within the Organization
- Motivating staff to adhere to quality standards.
- Methods to promote a quality culture at all levels.
- The importance of internal communication in supporting quality.
Training and Development in Quality
- Identifying staff training needs.
- Designing and implementing quality training programs.
- Monitoring the impact of training on organizational performance.
Statistical Analysis for Quality
- Using statistical tools to analyze performance.
- Visualizing data through charts and graphs.
- Comparing performance against benchmarks.
Measuring Beneficiary Satisfaction in Healthcare Services
- Tools to collect patient feedback.
- Analyzing survey results.
- Applying findings to improve services.
Documentation in Quality Systems
- Types of documents required for quality management.
- Organizing medical and administrative records.
- Controls for data preservation and confidentiality.
Administrative Review and Policy Development
- Methods for regular administrative review.
- Decision-making based on review outcomes.
- Updating policies in line with sector developments.
Leadership Role in Healthcare Quality Management
- Traits of successful leaders in quality environments.
- Decision-making in patient safety scenarios.
- Developing a strategic vision for sustainable quality.
Sustaining Improvement and Ensuring Continuous Development
- Methods to maintain improvement results.
- Tools for ongoing monitoring and verification.
- Reinforcing long-term institutional commitment to quality.

Schedule & Fees

2026 Schedule & Fees

There are no public sessions remaining for the course this year. Please contact us if you wish to have a customized in-house session, or to find out how an additional public session can be scheduled.

2027 Schedule & Fees

3 - 7 Jan, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

3 - 7 Jan, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

24 - 28 Jan, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

24 - 28 Jan, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Apr, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Apr, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

25 - 29 Apr, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

25 - 29 Apr, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Jul, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Jul, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

25 - 29 Jul, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

25 - 29 Jul, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

3 - 7 Oct, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

3 - 7 Oct, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

24 - 28 Oct, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

24 - 28 Oct, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

Training Course in Quality Improvement in Healthcare Institutions

Overview

Why Attend

Course Objectives

Course Outline

Schedule & Fees

2026 Schedule & Fees

2027 Schedule & Fees