STD Overview for Non-Clinicians Online
Course Description:
This online course has 7 interactive modules covering topics such as the most common STDs, transmission, consequences, epidemiological data, the connection between HIV and other STDs, information on specific populations at higher risk, STD prevention and how to apply STD facts to interactions with students and clients to encourage more protective behaviors and healthier decision-making.
The course takes approximately 3 hours to complete. Three continuing education credits for BBS, CAADAC, and CE (Nursing Contact Hours) are available at no charge upon completion of the course. Three CHES credits are available for $15.00 upon completion.
Who Should Take the Course?
Health educators, family planning staff, counselors, case managers, outreach workers, teachers, nurses and any other providers involved in STD/HIV prevention and education.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Summarize STD trends locally and nationally
- Describe common STDs and their impact on certain populations
- Explain the medical consequences of STDs for adults and newborns
- Describe the similarities, differences, and interrelationships between HIV and other STDs
- Describe which behaviors are high risk for STD transmission
- Provide clear and simple risk-reduction messages about STDs to various priority populations
Please contact us at 510-625-6000 or captc@cdph.ca.gov for more information.
Other Online Offerings from the California STD/HIV Prevention Training Center:
We currently offer other distance learning opportunities including courses for clinicians and a podcast series focused on psychosocial issues of HIV positive and at-risk clients. For more information click on the following links:
Distance Learning Opportunities
Podcasts