About this Course     

This course aims to build foundational knowledge of HIV by addressing the essentials of HIV transmission, prevention, testing, and treatment, the basics of HIV history, and current HIV epidemiology in Texas and the United States.

This course includes three required components: a brief pre-test to measure your knowledge before the course, the self-paced course, and a post-test to assess your learning. There is also an optional, anonymous survey to provide feedback on the course. Learners will receive a certificate of completion when the required components are complete.

Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

1. Define key terms relating to HIV/AIDS

2.Identify how HIV is transmitted and progresses in the body

3. Recall HIV treatment options

4. Identify essential strategies for HIV prevention

5. Recall HIV testing methods

6. Review the history and impact of the HIV epidemic in Texas and the United States

Audience

Members of the HIV/STI/VH public health workforce in Texas, especially those who are new to the field.

This course is required for DSHS contractors funded to provide Focused Testing or Clinical Prevention Services (only required for unlicensed staff). All funded and in-kind staff must complete this course within the first 3 months of employment.