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National Network STD/HIV Training Resources

Some members of the National Network of STD/HIV Prevention Training Centers offer online training. Academic credits may be offered for some of these courses. Please see the individual Training Centers for more information.

The STD/HIV resources are categorized into 3 groups: Continuing Education Opportunities, Clinical Practices References, Teaching Tools/Curricula

Continuing Education Opportunities Clinical Practices References Teaching Tools/Curricula

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Continuing Education Opportunities

Ask, Screen, Intervene (ASI)

This is a short overview of the course, more information about this course is available here.

Supported by a CDC grant, this course was developed by the National Network of STD/HIV Prevention Training Centers in collaboration with the AIDS Education Training Centers (AETC) and the AETC National Resource Center. This course is designed for clinical providers who care for HIV+ patients and is based on recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Health Resources and Services Administration, the National Institutes of Health, and the HIV Medicine Association of the Infectious Diseases Society of America. The course can be provided in a modular format, or as a single day training.

online WEBCAST - "Which Tests Are Best: An Update on Laboratory Testing for Bacterial STDs"
Monday March 31, 2008 12:30 - 1:45 EST

The NNPTC Eastern Quadrant (Sylvie Ratelle PTC of New England, Region II PTC NYC, Region III PTC, Center for Health and Behavioral Training and the NYS PTC) present this webcast on bacterial STDs, with Continuing Education Units available. Please click here for the full course description, including faculty, agenda, learning objectives and registration information. Pre-registration is required, please click here.

The webcast address is https://sas.elluminate.com/site/external/launch/meeting.jnlp?password=M.C0CE90E536B196BE37A17389D4068 and participants can check in 30 minutes prior to the the start time.

Please click here for Continuing Education Credit. Participants MUST view/listen to all presentations before applying for CE credit. CE Expiration: SEPTEMBER 9 2008

You will need to place the following information on the webpage near the CE statements:

WC1314 Release Date: [Hoover, Jeanne] March 31, 2008
Expiration Date: [Hoover, Jeanne] May 1, 2008

WD1314: Release Date: [Hoover, Jeanne] May1, 2008
Origination Date: [Hoover, Jeanne] September 30, 2008

Download the Participant Quick Reference Guide to assist you with any technical issues.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. This activity for 1.0 contact hours is provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which is accredited as a provider of continuing education in nursing by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditations. The CDC has been approved as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 8405 Greensboro Drive, Suite 800, McLean, VA 22102. The CDC is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEU's for this program.

online Online Case Study - "Syphilis in the HIV-infected Patient", by Jeanne M. Marrazzo, MD, MPH

This Cases on the Web activity from the International AIDS Society-USA introduces a case about an HIV-infected man with possible sexually transmitted disease coinfection and presents 5 clinical decision points, each focusing on a case-management objective. At each decision point, learners should select the option that they believe is most sound and then read the presenter’s explanation of that option. Choosing the best option leads to an extended discussion of the medical evidence and practice considerations related to the case-management objective. Free CME is available.

An Update and Review of the Diagnosis and Management of Syphilis

The Region II PTC has developed a Syphilis CME Module which is now available to clinical providers. The module is a source of clinical guidance and includes the natural history of syphilis and key steps in the diagnosis and management of syphilis. To request a copy, please email NYCPTC@health.nyc.gov

Hepatitis Web Study

Seattle STD/HIV PTC The Seattle STD/HIV Prevention Training Center and the University of Washington are pleased to present the Hepatitis Web Study, a free online education web site for health care workers who provide clinical care to persons with viral hepatitis. The service offers interactive, case-based modules dealing with the diagnosis and management of hepatitis A, B, C, and other hepatitis viruses. Each module includes case studies, discussion points, high-quality illustrations/graphics, references, and resource links. Free continuing education credit is provided.

STD Case Series

National Network of STD/HIV Prevention Training Centers (NNPTC) The NNPTC Online STD Case Series is designed to provide continuing education for practitioners in primary health care, family medicine, emergency medicine and other specialties who provide care to persons with or at risk for sexually transmitted diseases. The first two cases in this series are now available online at www.STDCases.org. Five more cases will be added in 2004. Complete the cases and receive free Continuing Education Credits.

Chlamydia Case-based Training

California STD/HIV PTC The California STD/HIV Prevention Training Center has created an easy to use and fun online chlamydia training course. The course is case-based and interactive. Complete the course and receive free Continuing Education Credits!

 

Sexually Transmitted Chlamydial Infections - A Primary Care Clinician's Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention.

California STD/HIV PTC This CME course is for practicing clinicians who care for women of reproductive age, including adolescents. The training is designed to increase knowledge of asymptomatic Chlamydia infection and the importance of screening young sexually active women. In addition, management of Chlamydia-infected patients and their partners is covered. It is available as a booklet and can be downloaded from the California STD/HIV Prevention Center at http://www.stdhivtraining.net/pdf/Chlamydia_Screen.pdf

Introduction to STDs: A Distance Learning Course

Cincinnati STD/HIV PTC This distance learning course consists of 17.5 hours of didactic independent study and 16 hours of experiential practicum. The eleven training modules covering all of the basic STDs are available via the internet, CD-Rom and VHS tapes. CME is available. It is available at www.stdptc.uc.edu or 1-800-459-2820.

STD Clinical Intensive CME Module

The Sylvie Ratelle STD/HIV Prevention Training Center of New England. This self-study course is divided into 8 sections covering history and physical examination, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes simplex virus infections, human papillomavirus infections, syndromic approach to STDs, and viral hepatitis. Each section can be studied independently and CME is available free of charge. Text is enhanced with clinical illustrations and video segments. Downloadable- http://www.bu.edu/cme/std/

Online Course: "Covering the Bases, Adolescent Sexual Health."

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has developed an online educational module titled "Covering the Bases, Adolescent Sexual Health." This module was designed to help health care providers and public health professionals with prevention counseling, risk assessment, and STD and HIV testing in the adolescent population. The expert authors for this interactive course were Donna Futterman, MD, FAAP, Peter Havens, MD, FAAP, Lisa Henry-Reid, MD, FAAP, and Jon Klein, MD, FAAP. This course has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 credit and 3.6 NAPNAP contact hours of which 0 contain pharmacology (Rx) content. Visit www.pedialink.org/cmefinder

Online Course: Just Ask! Communicating Confidently about STDs, HIV, and Sexual Activity

The aim of this online course is to present the best practices and methods that will enable health care professionals to confidently interact withpatients during the assessment, screening, treatment, and prevention of HIV and STDs. Just Ask! is a free, self-paced, online training course for health
care providers. This program was developed by the Academic Edge, Inc. through funding provided by the CDC. Contributing subject matter experts include: * John F. Toney, MD - Medical Director of the Southeast Region STD/HIV Prevention Training Center, * J. Dennis Fortenberry, MD - Professor of Pediatrics, Indiana University, * Linda M. Kollar, RN, MSN, Clinical Director, Division of Adolescent Medicine, Children's Hospital Medical Center. See www.justaskstd.com

monitorOnline Training: AL/NC PTC Part Time Intensive Curricula

11 hours of free online Continuing Medical Education - www.cecentral.com/STDupdate

Courses include:
Vaginitis: Jane Schwebke, M.D.
Syphilis: Edward Hook III, M.D.
HPV: Edward Hook III, M.D.
Genital Dermatology: Laura Bachmann, M.D.
HSV: Laura Bachmann, M.D.
Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: William Geisler, M.D.
Complications of Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: William Geisler, M.D.
Hepatitis A, B and C: Elizabeth Turnipseed, M.D.
HIV 101: Patricia Jennings, DrPH, PA-C
Male / Female STD focused examination: Patricia Jennings, DrPH, PA-C


Clinical Practice References

2006 STD Treatment Guidelines

The 2006 STD Treatment Guidelines for adults and adolescents.

Two-page Summary of 2006 STD Treatment Guidelines

This summary is distributed from the National Coalition of STD Directors. Many state health department STD programs develop state-specific treatment guideline summaries. Please contact your state STD Director for more information.

monitorSTI Provider Toolkit

The STI Provider Toolkit contains the following resources to help you manage your patients’ sexual health.

* U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2006 STD Treatment Guidelines
* STI Treatment Guidelines Summary Card
* An Update and Review of the Diagnosis and Management of Syphilis book
* “Take Action. Stop the Spread” Resource, including STI Screening and Vaccination Guidelines Pocket Chart
* Region II STD/HIV Prevention Training Center brochure

Each of the above is available for download. However, if you prefer a hard copy of the materials, please contact the Region II Prevention Training Center at 212 788 7466 to request a copy.

STD Clinic Practices Manual 2003-2004: Current Diagnosis & Therapy of Sexually Transmitted Diseases

St. Louis STD/HIV PTC 5th edition, prepared by Bradley Stoner, MD, PhD, Medical Director of the St. Louis STD/HIV Prevention Training Center. This 64-page pdf document serves as a useful reference text for health care providers http://std.wustl.edu/manual/STDManual03-04.pdf.

The Practitioner's Handbook for the Management of Sexually Transmitted Disease

Seattle STD/HIV PTC The Practitioner's Handbook is designed to assist practitioners in the optimal management of patients with sexually transmitted diseases (STD) and their partners and can be found at www.STDhandbook.org.

Sexual History Taking

The Sylvie Ratelle STD/HIV PTC of New England This case-based module is available on-line to download as a PDF file.

Syphilis Algorithms

California STD/HIV PTC The California STD/HIV Prevention Training Center has developed diagnostic and treatment algorithms for primary and secondary syphilis. These algorithms are easy to follow and contain color photos.

Guidelines For The Use Of Hsv-2 Serologies

California STD/HIV PTC These guidelines summarize the evidence and make recommendations for the use of HSV-2 serology tests in the work-up of genital lesions and for screening selected populations, including HIV-infected patients and pregnant women.  The complete (44-page) document: http://www.stdhivtraining.net/pdf/HSV_guidelines.pdf

The summary (12-page) document: http://www.stdhivtraining.net/pdf/HSV_guidelines_summary.pdf

Examination of Vaginal Wet Preps Video

Seattle STD/HIV PTC This video provides basic instruction on preparing and examining vaginal wet preps and can be found at http://depts.washington.edu/nnptc/online_training/wet_preps_video.html. Requires the free RealPlayer application.

 

Teaching Tools/Curricula

 

Physical Examination of the Female Patient for Sexually Transmitted Diseases*

Physical Examination of the Male Patient for Sexually Transmitted Diseases**

The Seattle and Birmingham STD/HIV Prevention Training Centers are pleased to present the male and female exam DVD/videotapes. This tool is divided into two parts; part one demonstrates the physical examination technique in a step-by-step manner; part two addresses the clinician/patient interaction. Both manual dexterity and effective communication skills that are required for a complete physical examination for STDs are demonstrated throughout. These programs are an ideal training tool for updating clinicians currently working with STD patients, as well as for orienting new staff.

* Produced by the Seattle STD/HIV Prevention Training Center, in the facilities of the University of Washington Health Sciences Center for Educational Resources with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

** Produced by the Birmingham STD/HIV Prevention Training Center, in the facilities of the Jefferson County Department of Health Educational Resources with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Ordering Information: The Physical Examination DVDs/videos are available for $30 each plus $5 shipping and handling for the first tape, $1 for each additional. Payment is required with your order. Please contact Cascade Health Communications at 206-616-8386 or order online.

Sexual History Taking

California STD/HIV PTC A Guide to Sexual History Taking with Men who have Sex with Men. A basic sexual history tool to be used by clinicians as a guide to determine a MSM patient's risk for STDs.

STD Checkup

Tool kit for addressing the STD needs of Gay Men and other MSM. Includes resources for patients as well as clinicians.

The STD Communications Database

The STD Communications Database provides easy access to a comprehensive reference of evidence-based communication interventions, peer-reviewed journal articles, and target audience profiles. The database houses information specific to a variety of STDs and target audiences that can be used to guide health communication interventions or message development in a cost-effective, timely, and efficient manner. The database also provides zip code level demographic and lifestyle information that can assist in making decisions about target marketing, media planning, and consumer behavior (e.g. where they spend their time, interests, attitudes, etc). The database is accessible at http://www.cdc.gov/std/commdata/default.htm.

The STD Prevention Edition of CDCynergy

The STD Prevention Edition of CDCynergy is an interactive CD-ROM-based health communication planning model that provides practical, step-by-step assistance to public health professionals in designing effective health communication plans. Instead of assuming communication is the answer to every health problem, CDCynergy guides the user through a process of examining the causes of the problem and possible interventions. Only after understanding the role communication will play in the selected intervention does CDCynergy then guide the user through the process of learning about the target audiences and how to best communicate with them. More information about CDCynergy is available at http://www.cdc.gov/std/healthcomm/cdcynergy.htm.

STD 101 In-A-Box

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Ready-To-Use Presentations now available through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at http://www2a.cdc.gov/std101. This exciting new product includes nine ready-to-use STD presentations, a user's guide with suggested agendas, discussion questions, and a script for an interactive group exercise (with a demonstration animation). STD 101 In-A-Box may be used by state/local health departments, health educators, conference organizers, trainers, clinicians, or anyone needing to conduct a basic presentation on sexually transmitted disease prevention. To access STD 101 In-A-Box, go to the website and register for a password. Shortly after registration, you will receive your password via email.

NNPTC Core Curricula outlines for clinical training courses

National Network of STD/HIV Prevention Training Centers (NNPTC) These form the foundation for NNPTC clinical trainings and are available as pdf documents. Click here.

STD/HIV Image Repository

Cincinnati STD/HIV PTC The Cincinnati STD/HIV PTC has compiled an online image repository of over 300 clinical images depicting STDs as a training aid for practitioners. Individuals are encouraged to download images and utilize them for educational purposes. To obtain images in a higher resolution, contact STD.TRAINCENTER@cincinnati-oh.gov. It is available at Cincinnati STD/HIV PTC Image Repository

CDC Clinical Slides

The STD Clinical slides depict symptoms for 9 sexually transmitted diseases. The slides are available in PowerPoint format or as individual graphic files: http://www.cdc.gov/std/training/othertraining.htm

Fact Sheets of Effective HIV Prevention Interventions

Summaries of science-based interventions proven to reduce risk behaviors associated with the acquisition or transmission of HIV.

Focus Groups/Interviewing

Participant Guide for course adapted from a training developed by the Denver PTC.

Evaluation Course: Module 1 - Evaluation Terminology and Logic Models

Participant Manual for course that defines evaluation terms, describes reasons to evaluate, identified components of logic model and process of creating a logic model.

Evaluation Course: Module 2 - Data Collection Methods

Participant Manual for course that teaches writing clear objectives, the advantages of different methods of data collection, assessing readiness for outcome monitoring, and creating an outcome monitoring plan.

Monitoring Outcomes of HIV Prevention Programs: Question Bank

A collection of survey items that can be used to create an evaluation questionnaire/survey.  All items were compiled from existing instruments.  There are questions about sexual and substance use behaviors, questions to stage a client's behavior on a particular behavior, and many questions that measure factors that influence behaviors.

Prevention and Management of STDs in Men Who Have Sex with Men: A Toolkit for Clinicians

Prompted by increases in infectious syphilis and gonorrhea among men who have sex with men (MSM), the Division of STD Prevention at the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH), in collaboration with Fenway Community Health, has developed a toolkit to help physicians prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in that population.

Community Based Assessment: A Guide for HIV Prevention Workers

A detailed step-by-step guide to conducting a community assessment including the benefits of assessments, numerous qualitative methods, and several more quantitative methods.

** Does not reflect recent recommendations for GC treatment. For revised recommendations for gonorrhea treatment please see the April 30, 2004 MMWR at http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm3716al.htm.

 

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