About this course
Released June 2022
Description
This 15-minute module aims to increase Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Health Practitioners knowledge and skills in:
- understanding the transmission risks for hepatitis C and the need for testing people for hepatitis C
- understanding that hepatitis C can be treated and cured
- communicating this knowledge with their clients.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module you should be able to:
- identify at-risk groups that should be offered testing for chronic hep C
- list the transmission risks for hep C virus
- describe the barriers and stigma related to a hep C diagnosis
- explain that medicines are available to treat and cure hep C
- communicate confidently with your clients about hep C.
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CPD accreditation
The National Association of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners has endorsed the activity with 0.5 CPD hours.
Endorsement period: 31/07/2024 - 31/07/2025.