This four-part online training course helps nurses, midwives and sexual health workers understand the public health aspects and clinical management of common STIs, HIV and hepatitis B. The course helps participants develop confidence in a proactive and practical approach to health care and evidence-based practice.
This course is for healthcare professionals practicing in NSW. We are currently only accepting registrations from NSW.
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Date, Time, Platform:
- Part 1: Monday, 8 March | 6:30 – 9:00pm (AEDT)
- Part 2: Wednesday, 10 March | 6:30 – 9:00pm (AEDT)
- Part 3: Monday, 15 March | 6:30 – 8:30pm (AEDT)
- Part 4: Wednesday, 17 March | 6:30 – 8:30pm (AEDT)
Platform: Online – Zoom
Presenters:
- Cherie Bennett | Nursing Policy & Advocacy Lead/Medical Educator, ASHM | Clinical Nurse Specialist, Sydney Sexual Health Centre
- Nicole Christie | Nursing Unit Manager, Kirketon Road Centre | Registered Midwife
- Additional speakers TBC
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this course and its components, participants will be able to:
- Describe the clinical presentation and the role of nurses and midwives in managing STIs
- Identify the priority populations for STI and BBV screening
- Demonstrate confidence in discussing sexual health with patients
- Describe contact tracing processes
- Describe current HIV prevention methods
Course Components:
- Pre course survey
- Online Learning Module
- Four Interactive Sessions (2 – 2.5hours each)
- Between workshops activity (1 case study)
- Post course survey
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CPD & Endorsement:
- This is an Australian College of Midwives (ACM) CPD endorsed Activity
- This activity is endorsed by ASHNNA.
- This activity has been endorsed by APNA according to approved quality standards criteria. Completion of these educational activities entitles eligible participants to claim 9.5 CPD hours
Funding:
This activity is funded by NSW Health.
Target Audience:
Nurses, nurse practitioners and midwives