This page includes information on ASHM courses and selected non-ASHM courses.
The ASHM Professional Education Division is constantly updating and improving its offering of courses and training activities. Suggestions and enquiries can be made via our Courses - Expressions of Interest page.
ASHM reserves the right to cancel courses if minimum numbers of participants are not met. Courses are added throughout the year, so please check back often.
Update in Hepatitis B for General Practitioners and Nurses
22/05/12 - 22/05/12
Newcastle
One third of the estimated 170,000 Australians living with CHB remain undiagnosed. Identifying and monitoring people with chronic hepatitis B infection allows for the prevention of or timely identification of cancer and liver disease, and the institution of effective treatment. Primary liver cancer, mostly attributable to chronic viral hepatitis, is one of the two fastest increasing cause of cancer death in Australia. Without intervention, 15-25% of people living with chronic hepatitis B will die from complications including cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. Recent international evidence suggests appropriate treatment for CHB can reduce the risk of liver cancer by over 50% in only a few years.
The evening will be presented by: Dr Brian Hughes MBBS DipSHM FAChSHM FRACP Sexual Health and Infectious Diseases Physician, Conjoint Senior Lecturer Newcastle University, Clinical Director Sexual Health, Newcastle, Tamworth, Taree, Newcastle Community Health Centre.
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
Know who to test and how to interpret test results
Improve the outcome of patients by early diagnosis, follow up and appropriate management (including vaccination)
Describe the intervention points throughout the natural history of HBV
Identify the different treatment options available for people living with chronic HBV
This is a FREE course for GPs, nurses and allied health workers.
For further information, please see the attached flyer.
Module:
Cost
Update in Hepatitis B 22/05/12 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Free
Update in Hepatitis B for medical practitioners who see clients from a Chinese background - Strathfield
23/05/12 - 23/05/12
Strathfield
Chronic hepatitis B infection can lead to advanced liver disease, including hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Identifying and monitoring people with chronic hepatitis B infection allows for timely identification of cancer and liver disease, or even prevention, through the institution of effective treatment.Vaccination and treatment for hepatitis B is available and effective.
The evening will be presented by:
A/Prof Alice Lee
Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist, Head of Liver Services, Concord and Canterbury Hospitals; Clinical Associate Professor at Macquarie University
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
Know who to test and how to interpret test results
Improve the outcome of patients by early diagnosis, follow up and appropriate management (including vaccination)
Describe the intervention points throughout the natural history of HBV
Identify the different treatment options available for people living with chronic HBV
This is a FREE course for GPs, nurses and allied health workers.
For further information, please see the attached flyer.
Module:
Cost
Update in Hepatitis B for medical practitioners who see clients from a Chinese background 23/05/12 6:45 PM - 9:15 PM
Free
Hepatitis B Nursing: Advanced Nursing Management and Care
24/05/12 - 25/05/12
Sydney
ASHM invites all nurses with hepatology experience to register for Hepatitis B Nursing Advanced Nursing Management and Care, developed in partnership with the Australasian Hepatology Association (AHA). Learning Objectives are based on AHA's Competency Standards for the Hepatology Nurse (2008). The course is also endorsed by the Australian Liver Association.
Module 1: Module 1 is an interactive online module covering the fundamental concepts of hepatitis B nursing and is made available to participants before attending the face-to-face course.
Module 2: Module 2 is a 2-day, face-to-face course providing nurses with advanced practical skills and knowledge in hepatitis B nursing. The first day expands on the issues covered in Module 1 and explores the cultural context of hepatitis B nursing. Clinical updates on advanced liver disease, hepatocellular carcinoma and co-infection are provided and the nurse's role in assessment and treatment is discussed.
The second day introduces the public health aspects of hepatitis B nursing and explores the various models of care. The specific needs of priority populations will be reviewed through a series of case studies. The course concludes with an in depth discussion of culturally competent hepatitis B nursing care.
Registration is free for NSW nurses. Nurses from other states and territories are welcome to attend by paying a registration fee.
For further information please see the attached flyer.
Module:
Cost
HBVN - Module One (Online) 07/05/12 - 23/05/12 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Free
HBVN - Module Two (Face-to-Face) 24/05/12 - 25/01/08 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
$600.00 (Free for Member)
ASHM Hepatitis C Nursing Education
31/05/12 - 01/06/12
Sydney
Hepatitis C Concepts and Issues (Module 1) is an online course designed to introduce nurses to hepatitis C. Nurses new to the area of hepatology are encouraged to complete the online module before attending Hepatitis C Nursing Management and Treatment to ensure their understanding of the basic concepts is sufficient. Experienced hepatology nurses are invited to complete the module to update and refresh their knowledge of hepatitis C.
Hepatitis C Nursing Management and Treatment (Module 2) is a two day face to face course designed to provide nurses with advanced practical skills and knowledge in hepatitis C nursing. The first day of the course expands on the issues covered in Hepatitis C Concepts and Issues through the discussion of nursing management, treatment options and the nurse's role in hepatitis C treatment. Complex themes such as stigma, discrimination and methods to engage and support patients affected by mental health or drug and alcohol issues will also be discussed by facilitator led panel discussions. The second day of the course covers advanced liver disease, hepatocellular carcinoma and applies the information discussed in the first day regarding treatment for patients with cirrhosis. Also discussed, is hepatitis C in specific populations including children, Indigenous communities and culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Following the face-to-face component of the course, participants will be encouraged to access Hepatitis C Nursing Management and Treatment (Module 3) which includes information on specific topics such as liver transplants, co-infection with HIV, hepatitis C in the prison population and hepatitis C in pregnant women.
Registration for the online modules and the face-to-face course is free for NSW nurses. Nurses from other States and Territories are welcome to attend for a fee of $560 for ASHM members or $600 for non-ASHM members. Please contact Emily Wheeler for more information.
For more information, please download the course flyer.
**Please note for NSW nurses, please click the option "I am a medical practitioner in NSW - attendance at training is free under the NSW HIV HCV Education Program administered by ASHM and funded by NSW Health."
Module:
Cost
Hepatitis C Concepts and Issues (online; Module 1) 01/03/12 - 30/05/12 12:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Hepatitis C Nursing Management and Treatment (Module 2) 31/05/12 - 01/06/12 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
$600.00 ($560.00 for Member)
Hepatitis C Nursing Management and Treatment (online; Module 3) 01/06/12 - 5:30 PM -
Free
Hepatitis C Training for GPs and Health Care Providers with Aboriginal Clients - Newcastle
21/06/12 - 21/06/12
Newcastle
This course aims to provide attendees with the necessary knowledge and skills to more confidently manage their Aboriginal clients with hepatitis C and hepatitis B.
This course will have a local focus, providing an overview of local service provision and referral pathways within the region. It outlines the public health aspects and clinical management of viral hepatitis and advocates a proactive approach to health care and evidence-based practice with Aboriginal clients. This course will provide an overview of the testing principles, treatment, natural history, epidemiology, support and management of hepatitis B and C infections in Aboriginal people. A culturally competent approach will underpin the case study discussions. Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences.
Who is this course for? Clinical care teams working in Aboriginal Medical Services/Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations or other health care settings. This course will be of particular benefit to GPs, Nurses and Aboriginal Health Workers.
We hope you are able to join us.
This is a FREE course - Funding has been provided by NSW Health.
For more information please see the attached flyer.
Module:
Cost
Hepatitis C Training for GPs and Health Care Providers with Aboriginal Clients 21/06/12 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Free
Short Course in Sexual Health Nursing - Sydney
22/06/12 - 23/06/12
Sydney
This course is aimed at Registered and Enrolled Nurses whose patients have, or are at risk of, blood borne viruses (BBVs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It will provide nurses with the inrtoductory practices skills and knowledge to incorporate sexual health health screening and management into their current specialty area.
Nurses working in the specialty areas of practice nursing, midwifery, HIV/AIDS, women's health, youth health, primary health, mental health and alcohol and drugs will find this course beneficial. it outlines the public health aspects and clinical management of common STIs, HIV and hepatitis B. It advocates a proactive and practical approach to health care and evidence based practice. This course is provided through 2 online modules and a 2-day face-to-face workshop. it provides a comprehensive overview of population health principles including epidemiology, health promotion, contact tracing and common practice issues related to sexual health.
Participants will gain experience in completing sexual health histories and risk assessments for STIs. The clinical spectrum and management of common STIs, HIV and hepatitis B are presented through presentations and interactive small group work.
This is a free course for NSW nurses. The cost for the course for non-NSW participants is $360 (ASHM members) or $440 (non-ASHM members). Priority to attend the course will be given to NSW Nurses. Costs associated with this course have been covered by the Nursing Education Program administered by ASHM NSW and funded by NSW health.
For further in formation please see the attached flyer
Module:
Cost
Online - SCSHN - Sydney 22/05/12 - 21/06/12 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Free
Face to Face - SCSHN - Sydney 22/06/12 - 23/06/12 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Free
Update in Hepatitis B for medical practitioners who see clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds - Fairfield
26/06/12 - 26/06/12
Fairfield
One third of the estimated 170,000 Australians living with CHB remain undiagnosed. Identifying and monitoring people with chronic hepatitis B infection allows timely identification or prevention of cancer and liver disease, and the institution of effective treatment. Primary liver cancer, mostly attributable to chronic viral hepatitis, is one of the two fastest increasing cause of cancer death in Australia.
The evening will be presented by: Dr Scott Davison Gastroenterologist, Liverpool Hospital, NSW
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
Know who to test and how to interpret test results.
Improve the outcome of patients by early diagnosis, follow up and appropriate management (including vaccination).
Describe the intervention points throughout the natural history of HBV
Identify the different treatment options available for people living with chronic HBV
This is a FREE course for GPs, nurses and allied health workers.
For further information please see the attached Flyer
Module:
Cost
Update in Hepatitis B for medical practitioners who see clients from CALD backgrounds 26/06/12 6:30 PM - 9:15 PM
Free
Hepatitis Training for GPs and Health Care Providers with Aboriginal Clients - Newcastle
26/06/12 - 26/06/12
Griffith
This course aims to provide attendees with the necessary knowledge and skills to more confidently manage their Aboriginal clients with hepatitis B and C. It will have a local focus, providing an overview of local service provision and referral pathways within the region. It outlines the public health aspects and clinical management of hepatitis B and C and advocates a proactive approach to health care for Aboriginal clients. At the end of this course participants should be able to:
Confidently manage their Aboriginal clients with hepatitis B and C
Understand the testing principles, treatment and natural history of hepatitis B and C
Utilise local specialist services and referral pathways
Identify culturally safe practices for working with Aboriginal clients
Who is this course for?
Clinical care teams working with Aboriginal clients in AMSs/ACCHOs or other primary health care settings. This course will be of particular benefit to GPs, Nurses and Aboriginal Health Workers.
Scholarships
Travel scholarships will be available to a number of eligible participants travelling to attend this training. For further information contact Elisabeth Wilkinson (details below).
This is a FREE course funded by NSW Ministry of Health and lunch will be provided.
For further information please see the attached flyer.
Module:
Cost
Hepatitis Training for GPs and Health Care Providers with Aboriginal Clients 26/06/12 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Free
Sexual Health Update Including HIV
28/06/12 - 28/06/12
Wagga Wagga
This update focuses on what's new in STIs and includes new information on viral and bacterial STIs. The update will also provide an overview of HIV in primary care including testing, diagnosis and referral pathways. A series of case studies will conclude the evening and provide an opportunity for discussion and interaction with fellow colleagues.
This evening update will focus on:
Whats new in STIs and HIV
Identifying those at risk of STIs and HIV
Testing at risk patients for STIs and HIV
Clinical management of STIs and HIV
Understanding the key role of the GP in providing care for people living with STIs and HIV.
This evening will be presented by:
Dr Christopher Carmody FAChSHM MBBS MM (Clin Epi) Dip Ven Senior Staff Specialist in Sexual Health, Campbelltown Sexual Health
This is a FREE course and dinner will be provided.
Sexual Health Update Including HIV - Wagga Wagga 28/06/12 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Free
STIs and Hepatitis B: Engaging Your Aboriginal Clients
30/06/12 - 30/06/12
Mount Isa
The course provides an overview of the epidemiology, testing principles, pathogenesis, natural history and treatment of Hepatitis B infection and common STIs in Aboriginal populations.
This course outlines the public health aspects and clinical management of blood-borne viruses (BBVs) and STIs and advocates a proactive approach to health care and evidence-based practice.
Sessions included are :
Cultural Issues in Aboriginal Sexual Health STIs (Sexually Transmissible Infections) Hepatitis B
Cultural competency will be discussed in detail throughout the course including sexual history taking and performing a sexual risk assessment.
This is a FREE course.
For further information please see the attached flyer.
Module:
Cost
Face to face 30/06/12 8:15 AM - 3:30 PM
Free
Introduction to HIV Care for General Practitioners - Wollongong
30/06/12 - 30/06/12
Wollongong
Introduction to HIV Care for General Practitioners
The Introduction to HIV Care for General Practitioners is a 1 day course that aims to provide general practitioners (GPs) with an understanding of issues relating to the clinical care of HIV positive people in a primary care setting. This course targets GPs who are interested in co-managing HIV positive patients with specialists through providing general medical care that may relate to HIV. The Introduction to HIV Care for General Practitioners is also a pathway into HIV community prescribing as it is a prerequisite for the ASHM s100 HIV Prescriber Course.The course is also a useful introduction to the management of HIV patients for GPs with a general interest in HIV.
The course involves an online component (Module 1) and an accompanying predisposing activity which must be completed before attending. The face-to-face component (Module 2 & 3) will be presented by HIV specialists through a series of lectures and role-plays involving HIV positive speakers.
Course Outline: Module 1 - HIV Basic Science and Pathogenesis (CD-ROM and online). Module 2 - HIV Risk Assessment and Testing Module 3 - Introduction to Managing HIV
40 RACGP Category 1 Points can be claimed for attendance of the Introduction to HIV Care for General Practitioners, when all activities and module evaluations are complete.
This course is free of charge for all NSW/ACT GPs. There is a $280 fee for ASHM members or $300 for non ASHM members in other states and territories. A limited number of travel scholarships are available for NSW GPs, please download a Scholarship Application Formand follow the instructions to apply. A limited number of places are also available for nurses and allied health workers to attend.
Module 1 - Clinical Science of HIV Medicine 21/02/12 - 31/03/12 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Free
Module 2 - HIV Risk Assessment and Testing 31/03/12 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
$150.00 ($140.00 for Member)
Module 3 - Introduction to Managing HIV 31/03/12 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
$150.00 ($140.00 for Member)
Introduction to HIV Care for General Practitioners
02/11/12 - 02/11/12
Sydney
Introduction to HIV Care for General Practitioners
The Introduction to HIV Care for General Practitioners is a 1 day course that aims to provide general practitioners (GPs) with an understanding of issues relating to the clinical care of HIV positive people in a primary care setting. This course targets GPs who are interested in co-managing HIV positive patients with specialists through providing general medical care that may relate to HIV. The Introduction to HIV Care for General Practitioners is also a pathway into HIV community prescribing as it is a prerequisite for the ASHM s100 HIV Prescriber Course.The course is also a useful introduction to the management of HIV patients for GPs with a general interest in HIV.
The course involves an online component (Module 1) and an accompanying predisposing activity which must be completed before attending. The face-to-face component (Module 2 & 3) will be presented by HIV specialists through a series of lectures and role-plays involving HIV positive speakers.
Course Outline: Module 1 - HIV Basic Science and Pathogenesis (CD-ROM and online). Module 2 - HIV Risk Assessment and Testing Module 3 - Introduction to Managing HIV
40 RACGP Category 1 Points can be claimed for attendance of the Introduction to HIV Care for General Practitioners, when all activities and module evaluations are complete.
This course is free of charge for all NSW/ACT GPs. There is a $280 fee for ASHM members or $300 for non ASHM members in other states and territories. A limited number of travel scholarships are available for NSW GPs, please download a .
For further information refer to the course flyer, please contact Linda Trinh on linda.trinh@ashm.org.au.
Module:
Cost
Module 1 - Clinical Science of HIV Medicine - 01/11/12 - 12:00 PM
Free
Module 2 - HIV Risk Assessment and Testing 02/11/12 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$600.00 ($560.00 for Member)
Module 3 - Introduction to Managing HIV 02/11/12 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$600.00 ($560.00 for Member)
ASHM HIV s100 Prescriber Course
03/11/12 - 04/11/12
Sydney
ASHM HIV s100 Prescriber Course
The ASHM s100 Prescriber Course is a two day comprehensive training course on the science of HIV, current pharmacology, monitoring and treatment and the complicating factors surrounding HIV management. This course builds on the knowledge covered in the prerequisite Introduction to HIV Care for General Practitioners course, to enable GPs to apply for the right to prescribe s100 drugs for HIV treatment.The Certificate of Attainment from completion of this course is recognised in both Australia and New Zealand.
In order to maintain HIV s100 prescriber rights, community medical practitioners must participate in the ASHM mentoring program and engage in ongoing continuing medical education (CME) relevant to the use of s100 drugs for the management of HIV.
The course involves a face-to-face component covered across 2 days (Modules 4, 5, 6 & 7) and a self-directed learning activity (Module 8) to be completed subsequent to the face-to-face component. A final case study assessment is to be completed before an application for HIV s100 prescribing rights can be submitted to the appropriate Health Department.
Course Outline: Module 4 - Initiation of Antiretroviral Therapy Module 5 - Monitoring the Patient on Therapy Module 6 - Toxicities and Adverse Events Module 7 - Special Scenarios Module 8 - Self directed learning
This course is funded by NSW Health and is free of charge for all NSW General Practitioners. Cost $560 for ASHM members: $600 non ASHM memberrs. There is no GST component.
ASHM in collaboration with STIPU NSW are running a series of STI Active Learning Module (ALM) workshops across NSW titled 'Sex......Need a Hand'.
This ALM is an RACGP Category 1 workshop that attracts 40 Category 1 points for GPs and 8 PDP Points and 4 EXT Skill Points from ACRRM.
The workshops consist of three modules:
Module 1 - STI Testing and Management.
Module 2 - Working with priority populations.
Module 3 - Contact Tracing.
In order to obtain the points, you must attend all three modules.
Please contact Stephanie Joensuu at ASHM via email stephanie.joensuu@ashm.org.au or phone (02) 8204 0741 to inquire about attending an ALM or discuss running this ALM in your area.
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Location
Time
No Scheduled Dates currently available for 2012
Advanced Subjects in Sexual Health Nursing
In collaboration with The College of Nursing, ASHM has developed two post-graduate subjects. These may be completed as part of a Graduate Certificate of Advanced Nursing or as individual courses.
1. Sexual Health Nursing: Principles and Practice is designed to improve nursing practice by providing the theoretical knowledge base required to assess and manage clients in a sexual health setting.
2. Sexual Health Nursing: Clinical Practice aims to provide nurses with a competency based clinical framework leading to sexual health skills accreditation.
Each subject can be completed over one semester and participants must enrol through The College of Nursing on 02 9745 7500 or http://www.nursing.edu.au/
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