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 major blood-borne viruses (BBVs). The course helps participants develop confidence in a proactive and practical approach to health care and evidence-based practice.
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Date, Time, Platform:
- Dates:
- Part 1: Tuesday, 2 June 2026
- Part 2: Thursday, 4 June 2026
- Part 3: Tuesday, 9 June 2026
- Part 4: Thursday, 11 June 2026
- Time: (All sessions) 6:30pm – 9:00pm AEST
- Platform: Online – Microsoft Teams
Presenters:
- Cherie Bennett | Nursing Policy & Advocacy Lead/Medical Educator, ASHM | Clinical Nurse Specialist, Sydney Sexual Health Centre
- Adam Gregson | Nurse Practitioner | Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Royal Perth Hospital
- Catherine Bateman | Nurse Practitioner Candidate | Sexual and Reproductive GP Services Latrobe Community Health Service
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this course and its components, participants will be able to:
- Describe the clinical presentation and nurse’s role 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: STIs and BBVs for Nurses and Midwives | ASHM Health (2 h)
- Four Live Interactive Sessions (2 – 2.5hours each)
- Between workshops activity (1 case study)
- Post course survey
Recommended Resources:
- Australian STI Management Guidelines
- Sexual History Taking Roleplay Videos
- Could It Be Syphilis? Clinical Indicator Tool
CPD & Endorsement:
Pending endorsement from ASHHNA, ACM, and APNA.
Funding:
This course received funding from the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
Target Audience:
Nurses, midwives, nurse practitioners
