654 exam-style questionsCBIC CIC® prep · iOS & Android
Pass the CIC exam.
Ten minutes a day.
The study app built only for the CBIC CIC® exam.
654 exam-style questions, full-length mock exams and an AI tutor that explains every answer.
Free to startiOS & AndroidAn explanation for every question
- 654 practice questions
- 150-question mock exams
- AI tutor on every answer
Everything you need to pass
One app, built for one exam. Practice, review and rehearse test day — all from your phone.
AI tutor
Tap “Ask” on any question for an instant explanation of why the right answer is right — and why the others are wrong. Follow up until it clicks.
Full-length mock exams
150 timed questions — the same length as the real CIC exam — scored by domain so you know exactly where the points went.
Past-errors quiz
ProEvery question you miss is queued for review and cleared only when you answer it correctly. Weak spots shrink on their own.
Daily quiz & streaks
A short quiz every day keeps the habit alive. Ten focused minutes beat a weekend of cramming.
41 key-term flashcards
The definitions you must know cold, from isotopes to incidence density. Save the hard ones for later.
Performance by domain
Accuracy trends and a pass line for every content domain, so you spend time on what moves your score.
How it works
Set your exam date
Tell CIC Prep when you test. Your home screen counts down the days, so every session has a deadline.
Practice by domain
Short quizzes drawn from 654 exam-style questions, organized by CIC content domain, each with a written explanation.
Ask why
Stuck? The AI tutor explains the reasoning. Anything you miss goes into your past-errors review automatically.
Sit a mock exam
Rehearse test day with a timed, 150-question mock exam and check your score by domain before the real thing.
What is the CIC exam?
The board certification for infection preventionists.
The CIC® exam is run by CBIC and tests whether you can identify infectious disease processes, run surveillance, stop transmission and lead an infection prevention program. Candidates are typically nurses, medical technologists, epidemiologists and physicians.
- Credential
- CIC®, the board certification in infection prevention and control
- Awarded by
- Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC)
- Format
- 150 multiple-choice questions, 135 of them scored
- Time allowed
- 3 hours
- Delivery
- Computer-based, at a testing center or via live remote proctoring
- Valid for
- 5 years, then recertification
Source: CBIC candidate handbook. Details change — confirm on the official CBIC website.
654 questions.
Sorted by exam topic.
Practice by content domain or mix them all. Every question has a difficulty rating and a written explanation.
ID-01· 108 questions
Infectious Disease
Identification of Infectious Disease Processes
Microbiology, healthcare-associated infections, the chain of infection and diagnostic testing.
108questions
SE-02· 106 questions
Surveillance & Epi
Surveillance and Epidemiologic Investigation
Surveillance systems, outbreak investigation, rates, ratios and basic statistics.
106questions
PC-03· 101 questions
Prevention & Control
Preventing and Controlling the Transmission of Infectious Agents
Standard and transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene, PPE, cleaning and sterilization.
101questions
OH-04· 106 questions
Occupational Health
Employee and Occupational Health
Post-exposure management, immunization programs and work restrictions.
106questions
MC-05· 106 questions
Management & Comms
Management and Communication
Program management, reporting, quality improvement and regulatory compliance.
106questions
ER-06· 107 questions
Education & Research
Education and Research
Adult learning principles, evidence-based practice and study design.
107questions
Ten minutes a day.
Exam-ready in weeks.
Reading the textbook isn't the same as answering exam questions. CIC Prep turns every spare ten minutes into exam-style practice with instant feedback.
Your first quizzes are on us.
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Read articleFrequently asked questions
What is the CBIC CIC exam?
The CIC® exam is the certification exam for infection preventionists, administered by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC). Passing it earns the CIC credential, which shows standardized knowledge of infection prevention and control.
How many questions are on the CIC exam?
The CIC exam has 150 multiple-choice questions, of which 135 are scored and 15 are unscored pretest items. Candidates have 3 hours to complete it. Always confirm current details in the CBIC candidate handbook.
What is CIC Prep?
CIC Prep is a mobile app for iOS and Android built only for the CIC exam. It includes 654 exam-style practice questions organized by content domain, full-length 150-question timed mock exams, 41 key-term flashcards, a daily quiz and an AI tutor that explains the reasoning behind every answer.
How long should I study for the CIC exam?
Most candidates plan for 6 to 12 weeks of steady preparation. Short daily sessions work better than cramming: CIC Prep is designed around short daily quizzes, a past-errors review, key-term flashcards and a countdown to your exam date.
Is CIC Prep free?
CIC Prep is free to download on the App Store and Google Play, and your first practice quizzes are free. CIC Prep Pro, an in-app purchase, unlocks unlimited quizzes, the full question bank and extended AI tutor access.
Is CIC Prep affiliated with CBIC?
No. CIC Prep is an independent study tool and is not affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by CBIC. CIC® is a registered trademark of the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc.
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