STI & BBV Workshop

Build your knowledge and confidence in recognising, testing for and managing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and blood borne viruses (BBVs). 

This interactive three-hour workshop provides an introduction to the prevention, testing, treatment and management of STIs and BBVs in clinical practice.

Explore common infections, their clinical presentations and current testing and treatment recommendations, with practical discussions informed by the Australian STI Management Guidelines. 

Through interactive learning, case discussions and opportunities to ask questions, you’ll develop your understanding of sexual health consultations and the important role of health workers in supporting sexual health and wellbeing. 

What will you learn?

  • Understand STI and BBVs, their clinical presentations and potential health impacts.
  • Develop confidence in taking a sexual health history and conducting sensitive, respectful consultations.
  • Explore when and how to test, including routine screening recommendations for priority populations.
  • Understand current approaches to STI and BBV treatment and ongoing management, informed by national guidelines.
  • Explore partner notification and notifiable infections.

What participants say

“Thank you for this workshop it contains excellent up to date information, delivered in a positive enthusiastic way. Plenty of discussions and opportunities to ask questions"

- Participant

Course Details

Eligibility

This workshop is suitable for health professionals who want to develop their knowledge of STIs and BBVs. 

This includes: 

  • Registered nurses 
  • Midwives 
  • Aboriginal Health Workers and Practitioners 
  • AMIC workers 
  • Other health and community professionals interested in developing their sexual health knowledge. 

No advanced STI or BBV knowledge is required, making this workshop suitable for those looking to build their foundational knowledge or refresh their existing skills. 

Accreditation/Recognition

  • Certificate of Attendance

Course Cost

$100

Course Dates

STI & BBV Workshop

Date: 10 March 2027
Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location:

SHINE SA, 64c Woodville Road, Woodville SA 5011

Status: Open
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STI & BBV Workshop

Date: 13 October 2027
Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location:

SHINE SA, 64c Woodville Road, Woodville SA 5011

Status: Open
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For enquiries, please email courses@shinesa.org.au or call 8300 5318.

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