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. 

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Date: Tuesday, 2 December 2025

Times:

6:30 – 8:30 PM AEDT

5:30 – 7:30 PM AEST

6:00 – 8:00 PM ACDT

5:00 – 7:00 PM ACST

3:30 – 5:30 PM AWST

Platform: Online – Teams

Target Audience: 

Nurses, Nurse Practitioners and Midwives. 

Speakers/Facilitators: 

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

Shannon Woodward – Nurse Practitioner, Canberra Sexual Health Centre 

Course Components: 

Part 1: Online learning module  

Part 2: Live workshop session 

Learning Outcomes: 

1. Describe the clinical presentation of common STIs and BBVs 

2. Identify the priority populations for STI and BBV screening 

3. Explain the importance of testing and screening for STIs and BBVs 

4. Demonstrate confidence in offering STI and BBV screening to patients 

5. Discuss the process for contact tracing and Identify resources to assist 

Endorsement and CPD: 

This activity has been endorsed by APNA according to approved quality standards criteria. 

This activity has been endorsed by ACN according to Continued Professional Development (CPD) Endorsed Course Standards. It has been allocated 2 CPD hours according to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia – Continuing Professional Development Standard.   

Australian College of Midwives CPD Endorsed Activity.  

Funding:

This course received funding from the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. 

For more information: 

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

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