The aim of this online training course is to upskill and support nurses to assist clients who may be at risk of or living with Hep C access appropriate treatment and care.
Hosted by the Victorian HIV and Hepatitis Integrated Training and Learning program, this free facilitated online training course provides nurses with the knowledge and confidence to increase screening and management of hepatitis C in primary care settings.
Nurses and Midwives working in sexual health services, public and private medical clinics, refugee and migrant services, correctional facilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health services, drug and alcohol services, mental health services, and youth services, in Victoria.
The facilitated training consists of a 3-hour interactive webinar comprising of presentations, panel discussions, case studies and group discussions.
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Identify when testing/screening for HCV is indicated.
- Interpret HCV test results.
- Discuss required pre-treatment assessments for HCV.
- Determine which HCV treatment, monitoring and follow-up required.
- Examine the role of the nurse and midwife in models of care for HCV testing, treatment and follow-up.
