This training aims to provide participants with the confidence to initiate conversations around hepatitis C in the needle and syringe program (NSP) setting and provide referrals to testing and treatment.

This course is for healthcare professionals practicing in Victoria. We are currently only accepting registrations from Victoria.

Webinar Details:

• Date: Monday 24^th May 2027
• Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm (AEDT)
• Platform: Live Online – Zoom

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this course and its components, participants will be able to:

• Describe risk factors for hep C, enabling discussions with people around prevention and harm reduction   
• Describe hep C testing and liver disease assessment   
• Recognise the treatment options for hep C    
• Identify your local referral pathways for linking people to hep C testing and treatment   
• Communicate confidently with people about hep C testing, treatment, and follow-up processes in the NSP

Recommended Resource:

Hepatitis C in NSP Settings Online Learning Module

CPD & Endorsement:

This activity may be suitable for self-claiming CPD hours with your professional body. A statement of attendance will be provided for full attendees.

Funding:

The HCV in NSP Settings course is supported by the Victorian Government.

Target Audience:

All Needle and Syringe program frontline workers