Course Components

1. Pre course survey

2. Online Learning Module (2 h)

3. Interactive Live Webinar (3 h)

4. Post course activity (2 case studies)

5. Post course survey

6. 3-month post survey

Learning Objectives

• Screen, order and interpret tests appropriately to diagnose chronic HCV infection

• Discuss strategies with patients to minimise transmission risk and improve liver health  

• Perform the recommended pre-treatment assessment, including liver disease staging

• Determine the appropriate antiviral therapy for treatment of HCV and explain treatment to patient

• Implement monitoring and post-treatment follow-up recommendations

Target Audience

General practitioners, nurse practitioners, other practitioners prescribing or intending to prescribe s85 direct-acting antiviral (DAA) medication for HCV in primary care settings. 

Accreditation

This education is a CPD Accredited Activity under the RACGP CPD Program. 40 points allocated.