These modules introduce key concepts for diagnosing and managing people living with HIV. After completing the modules, you will be able to:
Describe the natural history of HIV, including the HIV lifecycle and signs and symptoms of acute and chronic HIV
Explain HIV transmission and the principles of prevention, including pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), treatment as prevention(TasP) and contact tracing
Contrast HIV testing approaches and interpret test results
Describe the principles and classes of antiretroviral therapy (ART) and their role in the treatment HIV
Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of social, psychological and lifestyle factors on a patients’ treatment outcomes