About this Course     

This course aims to build foundational knowledge of biomedical HIV prevention methods, including pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), by addressing the history and impact of PrEP and PEP in the United States, how they work in the body, current clinical guidelines, and how these interventions fit into the public health landscape.

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. Review the history and impact of biomedical HIV prevention interventions in the United States
2. Describe how PrEP & PEP work in the body
3. Identify common PrEP & PEP medications and their benefits, risks, and side effects
4. Describe current clinical guidelines for PrEP & PEP
5. Recall strategies to reduce stigma, barriers, and disparities to PrEP uptake and continuity of care
6. Strategize to integrate PrEP & PEP education, screening, and treatment into prevention and care continuums

Audience

Members of the HIV/STI/VH public health workforce in Texas, especially those who are new to the field or want to build their knowledge of HIV prevention interventions.

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.