ASHM’s NSW HIV s100 Prescriber course will be delivered online over four two-hour live facilitation sessions, with online pre- and post-course activities. Attendance is free for practitioners residing in the targeted state or territory.   

This course provides Medical Practitioners and Nurse Practitioners with 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 successful completion of this training and the associated case assessment, eligible participants may apply to the relevant state departments of health for authority to prescribe Section 100 (s100) drugs for the management of HIV in Australia. 

Dates, Time & Platform:

Platform: Online – Zoom

Dates:

• Part 1: Thursday, 16 April 2026
• Part 2: Thursday, 23 April 2026
• Part 3: Thursday, 30 April 2026
• Part 4: Thursday, 7 May 2026

Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (AEST) 

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Presenters:

• Presenters TBC

Learning Outcomes:

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

• Describe current HIV epidemiology at local, national and global levels.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the science of HIV, the implications for the prevention of disease, and the clinical management of HIV and co-infections. 
• Demonstrate understanding of the principles of antiretroviral therapy and competence in selecting, prescribing and monitoring antiretroviral therapy in a range of clinical scenarios. 
• Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific principles on which diagnostic and treatment decisions in HIV care are based. 
• Demonstrate competence in interpreting clinical and other relevant information to guide effective care of people living with HIV. 
• Demonstrate competence in planning, implementing and evaluating the clinical care of people living with HIV across all stages of the virus. 
• Outline the importance of demonstrating respect for patient choice and adhering to legal obligations. 

Course Components:

• Clinical Foundations of HIV online learning module (pre-requisite*, 1 CPD hour)

• Clinical Extensions of HIV online learning module (pre-requisite*, 1.5 CPD hours)

• Live online: A four-week program combining self-paced online work with weekly live online case discussion sessions (16 CPD hours; expect to spend 1–2 hours per week on the self-paced activities before each live online session)

*Please note the online modules must be completed within 12 months before the prescriber course. Practitioners who have already completed them may be given priority for enrolment.

Recommended Resources:

• ARV Guidelines: https://hiv.guidelines.org.au/

CPD & Endorsement:

RACGP:

• This course has been approved as a CPD activity by RACGP for the 2023-2025 triennium. Educational Activities: 8 hours. Reviewing Performance:9.5 hours.
• RACGP Activity Number: 218362

ACCRM:

• This course has been approved by ACRRM as an accredited activity. Allocated total 18 PDP units: 6.5 Educational Activity and 11.5 Performance Review.

ACNP:

• This activity is endorsed by the Australian College of Nurse Practitioners (ACNP) for 18 CPD hours.

Funding:

• This activity is funded by NSW Health. 

Target Audience

General Practitioners and Nurse Practitioners seeking HIV s100 prescribing rights, as well as tertiary-level clinicians looking to strengthen their knowledge in HIV management 

For More Information:

Please contact ASHM Education at [email protected] or call 0431 320 429.

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