About this Course     

This course aims to develop foundational knowledge of the HIV/STI public health system in Texas by addressing basic information about the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) HIV/STD Program and key activities performed by HIV/STD Prevention, HIV/STD Surveillance, and Public Health Follow-Up.

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. Recall the purpose and mission of the DSHS HIV/STD Program

2. Describe key components of the HIV/STD public health system in Texas, including HIV/STD Prevention, HIV/STD Surveillance, and Public Health Follow-up

3. Summarize the various activities performed by HIV/STD Prevention, HIV/STD Surveillance, and Public Health Follow-up

4. Recall the public health workflow that follows a new HIV/STD diagnosis

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 6 months of employment.

This course is also required for DSHS contractors funded to provide Routine HIV Screening. All funded and in-kind staff must complete this course within the first 12 months of employment.