ACD 170 - HIV/AIDS and Air/Blood Borne Pathogens

Maximum of 2.0 possible Credits
Etiology/epidemiology of HIV/AIDS; air/blood borne pathogens; transmission, infection control, clinical manifestations, psychosocial issues; testing, counseling treatment. Meets professional requirements for alcohol/substance abuse counseling. S/U grade option.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Identify general clinical course of HIV infection and progression to AIDS. [REASON]
Identify epidemiological trends, determinants of transmission, and factors influencing the risk of infection of HIV and other infectious diseases (such as STD, HEP B, HEP C, and tuberculosis). [REASON]
Identify methods of testing used to diagnose HIV and track the course of HIV/AIDS. [REASON]
Identify counseling needs and drug therapies used in HIV treatment, side-effects and special considerations. [REASON]
Identify methods to reduce personal and workplace risks of acquiring HIV/AIDS, including brief interventions. [REASON]
Develop skills to manage personal fear and resistance in caring for HIV/AIDS-affected individuals. [REASON]
Identify psychosocial effects of HIV/AIDS for clients, patients, and families. [REASON]
Develop strategies for making legal and ethical decisions that affect clients with HIV/AIDS. [REASON]
Identify culturally-competent approaches to promoting client knowledge in prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS. [REASON]