From 1 September 2026, the prescriber accreditation requirement for hepatitis B medicines under the PBS Section 100 (s100) Highly Specialised Drugs Program will be removed. As a result, all medical and authorised nurse practitioners will be able to prescribe hepatitis B antiviral treatment without additional specialist accreditation. ASHM is currently updating its website, education and resources to reflect this change.
This live facilitated two-part course provides clinicians the knowledge and confidence to prescribe gender affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) based on the needs of their patient population utilising an informed consent model. Attendees will be supported to create a gender affirming practice and establish a business model for ongoing financial sustainability. This course is for healthcare […]
With a long established history of HIV s100 Prescriber Case Study groups delivered by VHHITAL and the Alfred Health team, ASHM is now working in collaboration with Bayside Health (formerly Alfred Health) to co-host this session, with an additional series set to launch in 2027. This discussion group will give clinicians the opportunity to discuss […]
Through case studies, presentations, group discussion and online learning the Contraception Essentials in Primary Care course will increase primary care providers’ knowledge and confidence in discussing the benefits of Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) to reduce the incidence of unintended pregnancy amongst their patient population. This course will be particularly relevant for, but not limited to, general practitioners, nurse […]
This 1.5-hour session will update HIV s100 prescribers and practitioners on the clinical challenges of polypharmacy and drug-drug interactions in people living with HIV. Through case-based discussions, participants will explore common interaction risks involving antiretroviral therapy, management of comorbidities, and practical strategies to optimise medication safety and treatment outcomes. This course is for healthcare professionals […]
This interactive 90-minute training provides medical and nurse practitioners who prescribe HBV antiviral medications an opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to practical case studies. Case scenarios are developed by ASHM clinical advisors or local experts to meet the identified learning needs of medical practitioners, which vary from each State and Territory. Attendees are […]
Cancer outcomes are not only shaped by clinical care, but by whether people feel safe, respected, and included throughout their healthcare journey. The LGBTIQA+ Cancer Care Education Series is an eight-part webinar series designed to strengthen healthcare professionals’ ability to provide inclusive, affirming, and person-centred cancer care for LGBTIQA+ communities. Across the series, participants will […]
This interactive 90-minute training provides medical and nurse practitioners who prescribe HBV antiviral medications an opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to practical case studies. Case scenarios are developed by ASHM clinical advisors or local experts to meet the identified learning needs of medical practitioners, which vary from each State and Territory. Attendees are […]
Join us in Stay Ahead, Stay PrEP’d for a practical and engaging update on PrEP and its role in preventing HIV transmission in Australia. This webinar will cover current HIV epidemiology, PrEP eligibility, daily and on-demand dosing options, prescribing and monitoring requirements, and common clinical scenarios encountered in practice. Through case-based discussion, participants will gain […]
Through a case study, presentations, interactive quizzes and an online learning module, this online workshop will provide nurses and midwives with the introductory skills to incorporate STI and BBV screening within their workplace. This workshop is comprised of a mandatory online learning module, followed by an interactive live session. This course is for healthcare professionals […]
ASHM’s HIV s100 Prescriber course will be delivered online over four two-hour live facilitation sessions, with online pre- and post-course activities. This course provides comprehensive training in the science of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), current pharmacology, monitoring and treatment, and the complicating factors surrounding HIV management. Through case discussions and facilitated group work, attendees will have an opportunity to discuss practical strategies with peers and specialists. Upon […]
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