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.”

Date, Time, Platform: 

Date and time:

Part 1: Monday 8^th March 2027 6:30-9:00pm 

Part 2: Wednesday 10^th March 2027 6:30-9:00pm 

Part 3: Monday 15^th March 2027 6:30-8:30pm 

Part 4: Monday 17^th March 2027 6:30-8:30pm

Platform: Online – Zoom

Presenters: 

• Cherie Bennett | Nursing Policy & Advocacy Lead/Medical Educator, ASHM | Clinical Nurse Specialist, Sydney Sexual Health Centre   
• 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 

Recommended Resources: 

Australian STI Management Guidelines 

CPD & Endorsement: 

ACM: Australian College of Midwives CPD endorsed Activity 

Funding:

This activity is funded by NSW Health.

Target Audience: 

Nurses, nurse practitioners and midwives