Who should attend: Staff from health, local authority, voluntary sector agencies and other public and private employers? 

Subject to numbers and suitable space, free bespoke on site training can be arranged.

AIM: To enable participants to develop their awareness and knowledge of HIV and AIDS and help them deliver an appropriate service to client at risk from or living with, HIV/AIDS.

(DAY 2 is 4 June 2015)

Facilitator: Fred Semugera

Objectives: On completion of the training participants will: 

·      Know the difference between HIV and AIDS and how they are linked.

·      Have explored some of the myths around the subject.

·      Have learnt about HIV infection, transmission and prevention.

·      Have understood issues around testing, confidentiality and disclosure, stigma and discrimination regarding people living with HIV.

·      Be informed about HIV and pregnancy.

·      Be aware of current treatment and improving prognosis.

·      Have explored the legal issues around HIV transmission.

·      Know about useful HIV/AIDS agencies and services in the borough and how to access them.  

To apply please download an application form by clicking the link below and and e-mail to ph-training@croydon.gov.uk 

Public Health Training Application