Description
Understanding HIV, AIDS, and TB (4 Hours)
Explore the origins of HIV and AIDS in this introductory course. Understand the complex relationship between HIV, TB, and AIDS, and the challenges they pose to global health and the health of individuals in residential care. Learn about vital prevention strategies including education, testing, and treatment accessibility. Gain insights into recent medical advancements such as antiretroviral therapy and TB medications, and their impact on disease management.
This course satisfies the 4-Hour California Health and Safety Code requirement for HIV/AIDS and TB training.
Objectives
By the end of this course, users will be able to:
- Explain what HIV is and differentiate between HIV and AIDS, including prevention and management methods.
- Become familiar with the history of HIV/ AIDS and the significant progress made in its identification, prevention, and treatment.
- Understand Opportunistic Infections such as TB and Hepatitis, including their symptoms and transmission.
- Explore the clinical manifestations and treatment of HIV/AIDS.
- Use Universal/ Standard Precautions to keep all individuals safe.
- Understand the social, legal, and confidentiality issues surrounding HIV/ AIDS in residential settings.
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate Staff Certificate of Completion
Learning Credits
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