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Part 1-STI and BBV Nursing: An Introduction

15 February 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Nurses and midwives play a crucial role in the prevention of blood borne viruses (BBVs) and sexually transmissible infections (STIs).

Nurses and midwives can draw on invaluable communication skills and are well placed to identify priority populations for screening. Through a case study, presentations, interactive quizzes and online learning module, this two-part online workshop will provide nurses and midwives with the introductory skills to incorporate STI and BBV screening within their workplace.

This course will be presented in two 1.5 hour Webinars via Zoom.
Part 1: Tuesday 15 February 2022, 7:00-8:30pm (AEDT)
Part 2: Tuesday 22 February 2022, 7:00-8:30pm (AEDT)

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Describe the clinical presentation of common STIs and BBVs
  2. Identify the priority populations for STI and BBV
  3. Explain the importance of testing and screening for STIs and BBVs
  4. Demonstrate confidence in offering STI and BBV screening to patients
  5. iscuss the process for contact tracing and Identify resources to assistTarget AudienceNurses, midwives, and sexual health workers.

    Cost- This course is free

    Funding- This course is funded by the Department of Health

    Conditions of Registration:

    Registration Cancellations

    Registration cancellations and amendments must be notified in writing to ASHM. Cancellations received before February 15 will not incur a cancellation fee. Cancellations received in writing after February 15 2022 will incur a $70 per day cancellation fee. This fee may be waived in exceptional circumstances at the discretion of ASHM.

    Substitutions

    As an alternative to cancellation, your registration may be transferred to another person without incurring any penalty. ASHM must be advised of the transfer in writing. Please email the name, position, phone and email address of the new delegate to josh.borja@ashm.org.au

    Accreditations

    Australian College of Midwives CPD Recognised Activity. It has been allocated 3 CPD hours.

    This activity has been endorsed by APNA according to approved quality standards criteria. It has been allocated 3 CPD hours.

    This activity is also endorsed by ASHHNA.

    You must attend both sessions to receive your certificate of accreditation

    For more information

    Contact Joshua Borja by sending him an email at josh.borja@ashm.org.au or by giving him a call on 0450 428 638

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