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College Health - Module 1A: Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients

College Health
College Health Module 1A: Series Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients

This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials reviews how College Health providers can approach conversations about sexual health with patients, including trauma-informed care and consent.

This module is part of the College Health – Sexual Health Delivery series. Modules include:
Module 1A - Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
Module 2A - Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
Module 3A - STI Diagnosis and Testing
Module 4A - HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
Module 5A - STI Treatment
Module 6A - STI/HIV Prevention

CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This enduring activity is designed for providers to develop skills in discussing sexual health with patients with focus on healthy relationships and treatment approaches specifically in college health, retail/urgent care and tribal health.

OBJECTIVES:
At the conclusion of the session, the participant should be able to:
1. Describe the role of staff in providing sexual healthcare (college health)
2.     Describe the role of staff in STI management (college health)
3.     Describe effective strategies to build trust with patients when taking a sexual history
4.     Explain the importance of a trauma-informed approach in patient care
5.     Explain the “5Ps + 3” approach and its importance in the sexual history
6. Describe one way that this educational activity will improve my contribution as a team member

CE ORIGINATION DATE:                       May 20, 2024
CE EXPIRATION DATE: May 20, 2026
HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser

MATERIALS: None

TARGET AUDIENCE: Physicians, Registered Nurses, Advanced Practice Nurses, Certified Health Educators, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, Medical Assistants, Other Health Educators, Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Community Health Workers

PREREQUISITES: Experience with patient care; otherwise, no prerequisites required.

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based.

CONTACT INFORMATION: National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Email: info@nnptc.org Phone: 303-602-3620

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers, and National Association of County and City Health Officials. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team

CME: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this enduring activity for a maximum of (0.5) AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA CME: Credit Designation Statement – Enduring Materials

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for (0.5) AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until {May 20, 2026}.PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for (0.5) nursing contact hours.
CPE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designated this (Knowledge-based) event for pharmacists to receive (0.05) CEUs in pharmacy education. The Universal Activity Number is JA4008229-9999-24-054-H08-P

After credit is claimed, an unofficial statement of credit is immediately available on CDC TRAIN. Official credit will be uploaded within 60 days on the NABP/CPE Monitor.

CEU: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is authorized by IACET to offer (0.1) CEU's for this program.
CECH: Sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a designated provider of continuing education contact hours (CECH) in health education by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES^®) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES^®) to receive up to (0.5) total Category I continuing education contact hours. Maximum advanced level continuing education contact hours available are (0.5). Continuing Competency credits available are (0.5). CDC provider number 98614.

DISCLOSURE: In compliance with continuing education requirements, all planners and presenters must disclose all financial relationships, in any amount, with ineligible companies during the previous 24 months as well as any use of unlabeled product(s) or products under investigational use.

CDC, our planners, and content experts wish to disclose they have no financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies with the exception of Dr. Ard and he wishes to disclose he receives in-kind research support from Binx Health and royalties from McGraw Hill and UpToDate; and Dr. Wangu and she wishes to disclose she receives royalties from UpToDate, DynaMed, and Elsevier.

All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.
Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

If CEU only, Joint Provider: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers (NNPTC) and National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) are jointly providing the CEUs for this activity.
CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.

Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)

To receive continuing education (CE) for WB4815 Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients Module 1 Series: College Health Module 1 please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog using WB4815. Follow the steps below by 05/20/2026.

Pass the post-assessment at 80%.
Complete the evaluation.
Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Content Lead:

Zoon Wangu, MD, FAAP (she/her)
Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases & Immunology, UMass Chan Medical School & UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center
Clinical Faculty, Sylvie Ratelle STD/HIV Prevention Training Center, Massachusetts Department of Public Health

Contributors:

Kevin L. Ard, MD, MPH (he/him)
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School
Director, Sexual Health Clinic, Massachusetts General Hospital
Clinical Faculty, Sylvie Ratelle STD/HIV Prevention Training Center, Massachusetts Department of Public Health

Philana Liang, PA-C, MPH, SAFE (she/her)
Division of Infectious Diseases, Washington University School of Medicine
Core Program Manager, St. Louis STI/HIV Prevention Training Center

Alison Marshall, PhD, FNP-C, RN (she/her)
Boston College Connell School of Nursing
Clinical Faculty, Sylvie Ratelle STD/HIV Prevention Training Center, Massachusetts Department of Public Health

Tamara Ooms, RN, MS, FNP (she/her)
University of California San Francisco Bixby Center for Global Reproductive Health
Clinical Faculty and Program Manager, California Prevention Training Center

Duran Rutledge, BA (he/him)
Capacity Building Assistance Trainer and Technical Assistance Specialist, California Prevention Training Center

Katherine Yang, PharmD, MPH (she/her)
Co-Vice Dean, Clinical Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Professor, University of California San Francisco School of Pharmacy
Infectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacist, University of California San Francisco Medical Center

Acknowledgements:

Suzanne M. Swierc, MPH, CHES (she/her), Director of Health Promotion & Advocacy, Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Melissa A. Habel, MPH (she/her), Strategic Partnerships and Planning Lead, Division of STD Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Rebekah Horowitz, JD, MPH (she/her), Director of STI Programs, National Association of County and City Health Officials

Disclosures:

Our content experts wish to disclose they have no financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies with the exception of Drs. Ard and Wangu. Dr. Ard receives in-kind research support from Binx Health and royalties from McGraw Hill and UpToDate. Dr. Wangu receives royalties from UpToDate, DynaMed, and Elsevier. All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.

College Health - Module 2A: Creating an Environment of Equitable Care

College Health
College Health Module 2A: Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials discusses the concept of gender diversity and needs of LGBTQ+ youth, medical mistrust and equity gaps, creating a welcoming environment on campus, and unique aspects of STI care for college students including minors.

This module is part of the College Health – Sexual Health Delivery series. Modules include:
Module 1A - Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
Module 2A - Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
Module 3A - STI Diagnosis and Testing
Module 4A - HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
Module 5A - STI Treatment
Module 6A - STI/HIV Prevention

CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION

OBJECTIVES:

At the conclusion of the session, the participant should be able to:
1.     Explain the concept of gender diversity (college health)
2.     Explain the needs of LGBTQ+ youth (college health)
3.     Discuss how health equity issues impact patient care (college health)
4.     Identify special circumstances surrounding STI testing and treatment of different age groups (college health)
5.     Describe one way that this educational activity will improve my contribution as a team member

CE ORIGINATION DATE: May 20, 2024
CE EXPIRATION DATE: May 20, 2026
HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser

MATERIALS: None

PREREQUISITES: Experience with patient care; otherwise, no prerequisites required.

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based.

CONTACT INFORMATION: National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Email: info@nnptc.org Phone: 303-602-3620

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

CDC, our planners, and content experts wish to disclose they have no financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies with the exception of Dr. Ard and he wishes to disclose he receives in-kind research support from Binx Health and royalties from McGraw Hill and UpToDate; and Dr. Wangu and she wishes to disclose she receives royalties from UpToDate, DynaMed, and Elsevier.

All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.
Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

If CEU only, Joint Provider: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers (NNPTC) and National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) are jointly providing the CEUs for this activity.
CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.
Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)

To receive continuing education (CE) for WB4817 Creating an Environment of Equitable Care Module 2 Series: College Health Module 2 please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog using WB4817. Follow the steps below by 05/20/2026.

Pass the post-assessment at 80%.
Complete the evaluation.
Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Content Lead:

Zoon Wangu, MD, FAAP (she/her)
Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases & Immunology, UMass Chan Medical School & UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center
Clinical Faculty, Sylvie Ratelle STD/HIV Prevention Training Center, Massachusetts Department of Public Health

Acknowledgements:

Suzanne M. Swierc, MPH, CHES (she/her), Director of Health Promotion & Advocacy, Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Melissa A. Habel, MPH (she/her), Strategic Partnerships and Planning Lead, Division of STD Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Rebekah Horowitz, JD, MPH (she/her), Director of STI Programs, National Association of County and City Health Officials

College Health - Module 3A: STI Diagnosis and Testing

College Health
College Health Module 3A: STI Diagnosis and Testing
This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials discusses diagnosis/testing for STIs and how College Health providers can collaborate with local health jurisdictions/health departments in patient care.

This module is part of the College Health – Sexual Health Delivery series. Modules include:
Module 1A - Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
Module 2A - Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
Module 3A - STI Diagnosis and Testing
Module 4A - HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
Module 5A - STI Treatment
Module 6A - STI/HIV Prevention

CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION

OBJECTIVES:
At the conclusion of the session, the participant should be able to:
1. Identify the signs and symptoms of STIs.

2. Identify types of available testing for STIs.

3. Explain how STI reporting works in the comprehensive care of patients.

4. Describe one way that this educational activity will improve my contribution as a team member.

CE ORIGINATION DATE: August 16, 2024

CE EXPIRATION DATE: August 16, 2026

HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser

MATERIALS: None

PREREQUISITES: Experience with patient care; otherwise, no prerequisites required.

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based.

CONTACT INFORMATION: National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Email: info@nnptc.org Phone: 303-602-3620

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for (0.5) AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until {August 16, 2026}.PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for (0.5) nursing contact hours.
CPE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designated this (Knowledge-based) event for pharmacists to receive (0.05) CEUs in pharmacy education. The Universal Activity Number is JA4008229-9999-24-061-H08-P.

CDC, our planners, and content experts wish to disclose they have no financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies with the exception of Dr. Ard and he wishes to disclose he receives in-kind research support from Binx Health and royalties from McGraw Hill and UpToDate; and Dr. Wangu and she wishes to disclose she receives royalties from UpToDate, DynaMed, and Elsevier.

All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.
Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

If CEU only, Joint Provider: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers (NNPTC) and National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) are jointly providing the CEUs for this activity.
CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.
Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)

To receive continuing education (CE) for WB4821 STI HEALTH MODULE 3: Diagnosis and Testing

please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog using WB4821. Follow the steps below by 08/16/2026.

Pass the post-assessment at 80%.
Complete the evaluation.
Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Content Lead:

Acknowledgements:

Suzanne M. Swierc, MPH, CHES (she/her), Director of Health Promotion & Advocacy, Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Melissa A. Habel, MPH (she/her), Strategic Partnerships and Planning Lead, Division of STD Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Rebekah Horowitz, JD, MPH (she/her), Director of STI Programs, National Association of County and City Health Officials

College Health - Module 4A: HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings

College Health
College Health Module 4A: HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials discusses testing for HIV, health department reporting requirements, and the College Health provider's role in supporting and connecting patients to HIV care.

This module is part of the College Health – Sexual Health Delivery series. Modules include:
Module 1A - Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
Module 2A - Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
Module 3A - STI Diagnosis and Testing
Module 4A - HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
Module 5A - STI Treatment
Module 6A - STI/HIV Prevention

CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION

OBJECTIVES:

At the conclusion of the session, the participant should be able to:
1. Identify the different types of HIV testing including patient-collected tests.

2. Describe how to connect newly HIV-positive patients to treatment.

3. Describe HIV reporting requirements to optimize patient care.

4. Describe one way that this educational activity will improve my contribution as a team member.

CE ORIGINATION DATE: September 13, 2024

CE EXPIRATION DATE: September 13, 2026

HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser

MATERIALS: None

PREREQUISITES: Experience with patient care; otherwise, no prerequisites required.

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based.

CONTACT INFORMATION: National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Email: info@nnptc.org Phone: 303-602-3620

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for (0.5) AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until {September 13, 2026}. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for (0.5) nursing contact hours.
CPE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designated this (Knowledge-based) event for pharmacists to receive (0.05) CEUs in pharmacy education. The Universal Activity Number is JA4008229-9999-24-062-H08-P.

DISCLOSURE: In compliance with continuing education requirements, all planners and presenters must disclose all financial relationships, in any amount, with ineligible companies during the previous 24 months as well as any use of unlabeled product(s) or products under investigational use.

CDC, our planners, and content experts wish to disclose they have no financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies with the exception of Dr. Ard and he wishes to disclose he receives in-kind research support from Binx Health and royalties from McGraw Hill and UpToDate; and Dr. Wangu and she wishes to disclose she receives royalties from UpToDate, DynaMed, and Elsevier.

All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.
Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

If CEU only, Joint Provider: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers (NNPTC) and National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) are jointly providing the CEUs for this activity.
CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.
Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)

To receive continuing education (CE) for WB4827 STI Health Module 4: HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings

please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog using WB4827. Follow the steps below by 09/13/2026.

Pass the post-assessment at 80%.
Complete the evaluation.
Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Content Lead:

Acknowledgements:

Suzanne M. Swierc, MPH, CHES (she/her), Director of Health Promotion & Advocacy, Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Melissa A. Habel, MPH (she/her), Strategic Partnerships and Planning Lead, Division of STD Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Rebekah Horowitz, JD, MPH (she/her), Director of STI Programs, National Association of County and City Health Officials

College Health - Module 5A: STI Treatment

College Health
College Health Module 5A: STI Treatment
This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials discusses STI treatment and follow-up, and the College Health provider's role in caring for both the patient and their partner(s).

This module is part of the College Health – Sexual Health Delivery series. Modules include:
Module 1A - Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
Module 2A - Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
Module 3A - STI Diagnosis and Testing
Module 4A - HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
Module 5A - STI Treatment
Module 6A - STI/HIV Prevention

CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This enduring activity is designed for providers to develop skills in the comprehensive treatment of the most common sexually transmitted infections.

OBJECTIVES: At the conclusion of the session, the participant should be able to:

1. Identify current treatments for the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

2. Identify how to follow-up with patients once they test positive for STIs

3. Describe how to care for the patient by caring for their sex partner(s) via expedited partner therapy/patient-delivered partner therapy (EPT/PDPT)

4. Describe one way that this educational activity will improve my contribution as a team member

CE ORIGINATION DATE: September 13, 2024
CE EXPIRATION DATE: September 13, 2026
HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser

MATERIALS: None

PREREQUISITES: Experience with patient care; otherwise, no prerequisites required.

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based.

CONTACT INFORMATION: National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Email: info@nnptc.org Phone: 303-602-3620

CE INFORMATION:

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

AAPA CME: Credit Designation Statement – Enduring Materials

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for (0.5) nursing contact hours.

CPE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designated this (Knowledge-based) event for pharmacists to receive (0.05) CEUs in pharmacy education. The Universal Activity Number is JA4008229-9999-24-093-H99-P

After credit is claimed, an unofficial statement of credit is immediately available on CDC TRAIN. Official credit will be uploaded within 60 days on the NABP/CPE Monitor.

CEU: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is authorized by IACET to offer (0.1) CEU's for this program.

CECH: Sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a designated provider of continuing education contact hours (CECH) in health education by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES^®) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES^®) to receive up to (0.5) total Category I continuing education contact hours. Maximum advanced level continuing education contact hours available are (0.5). Continuing Competency credits available are (0.5). CDC provider number 98614.

CDC, our planners, and content experts wish to disclose they have no financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies with the exception of Dr. Ard and he wishes to disclose he receives in-kind research support from Binx Health and royalties from McGraw Hill and UpToDate; and Dr. Wangu and she wishes to disclose she receives royalties from UpToDate, DynaMed, and Elsevier.

All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.

Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

If CEU only, Joint Provider: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers (NNPTC) and National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) are jointly providing the CEUs for this activity.

CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.

Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)
To receive continuing education (CE) for WB4819 STI Treatment Module 5: Treatment, please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog using WB4819. Follow the steps below by 9/13/2026.

Pass the post-assessment at 80%.
Complete the evaluation.
Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Content Lead:

Acknowledgements:

Suzanne M. Swierc, MPH, CHES (she/her), Director of Health Promotion & Advocacy, Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Melissa A. Habel, MPH (she/her), Strategic Partnerships and Planning Lead, Division of STD Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Rebekah Horowitz, JD, MPH (she/her), Director of STI Programs, National Association of County and City Health Officials

College Health - Module 6A: STI/HIV Prevention

College Health
College Health Module 6A: STI/HIV Prevention
This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials discusses post-exposure and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PEP and PrEP), HIV treatment, and key STI/HIV counseling messages in the College Health setting.

This module is part of the College Health – Sexual Health Delivery series. Modules include:
Module 1A - Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
Module 2A - Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
Module 3A - STI Diagnosis and Testing
Module 4A - HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
Module 5A - STI Treatment
Module 6A - STI/HIV Prevention

CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This enduring activity is designed for health providers to develop comprehensive skills in providing preventive services for STIs and HIV.

OBJECTIVES: At the conclusion of the session, the participant should be able to:

1. Explain the roles of prophylaxis in HIV/STI prevention

2. Describe the strategy of sexual health goal-setting

3. Identify the various PrEP assistance programs available to patients

4. Identify key STI/HIV counseling tips

5. Describe one way that this educational activity will improve my contribution as a team member

CE ORIGINATION DATE: September 13, 2024
CE EXPIRATION DATE: September 13, 2026

HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser

MATERIALS: None

PREREQUISITES: Experience with patient care; otherwise, no prerequisites required.

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based.

CONTACT INFORMATION: National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Email: info@nnptc.org Phone: 303-602-3620

CE INFO:

CME: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this enduring activity for a maximum of (0.75) AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAPA CME: Credit Designation Statement – Enduring Materials

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for (0.75) nursing contact hours.

CPE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designated this (Knowledge-based) event for pharmacists to receive (0.075) CEUs in pharmacy education. The Universal Activity Number is JA4008229-9999-24-090-H99-P

After credit is claimed, an unofficial statement of credit is immediately available on CDC TRAIN. Official credit will be uploaded within 60 days on the NABP/CPE Monitor.

CEU: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is authorized by IACET to offer (0.1) CEU's for this program.

CECH: Sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a designated provider of continuing education contact hours (CECH) in health education by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES^®) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES^®) to receive up to (1.0) total Category I continuing education contact hours. Maximum advanced level continuing education contact hours available are (1.0). Continuing Competency credits available are (1.0). CDC provider number 98614.

All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.

Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

If CEU only, Joint Provider: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers (NNPTC) and National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) are jointly providing the CEUs for this activity.

CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.

Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)
To receive continuing education (CE) for WB4820 STI Health Module 6: STI/HIV Prevention, please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog using WB4820. Follow the steps below by 09/13/2026.

Register for and complete the course.
Pass the post-assessment at 80%.
Complete the evaluation.
Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Content Lead:

Acknowledgements:

Suzanne M. Swierc, MPH, CHES (she/her), Director of Health Promotion & Advocacy, Ball State University, Muncie, IN
Melissa A. Habel, MPH (she/her), Strategic Partnerships and Planning Lead, Division of STD Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Rebekah Horowitz, JD, MPH (she/her), Director of STI Programs, National Association of County and City Health Officials

Congenital Syphilis: Prevention and Treatment

This course will cover screening for and treatment of syphilis in pregnant people, and prevention, evaluation, and treatment of congenital syphilis in infants using evidence-based best practices, case studies, and interactivity.

At the conclusion of the session, the participant should be able to:

Describe how to diagnose and treat syphilis in a pregnant person.
Describe how to diagnose and treat congenital syphilis in infants.
Describe the importance of interprofessional collaboration in preventing, screening for, and treating congenital syphilis.

FACULTY/CREDENTIALS:

Josh Klein, BA, Program Coordinator, New York Presbyterian Hospital
Gowri Nagendra, MPH, Program Director, New York City STD Prevention Training Center
Natalie Neu, MD MPH, Medical Director, NYC STD Prevention Training Center; Associate Professor of Pediatrics/ Fellowship Director, Columbia University Medical Center Pediatric Infectious Disease
Jessica Steinke, MPH, Senior Program Manager, New York City STD Prevention Training Center
Jason Zucker, MD MS, Assistant Professor, Divisions of Adult and Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Columbia University Medical Center; Assistant Medical Director, New York City STD Prevention Training Center

ORIGINATION DATE: August 1, 2023
EXPIRATION DATE: August 1, 2025
HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser
MATERIALS: None
TARGET AUDIENCE: Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, and other healthcare professionals who provide clinical care for patients with STIs.
PREREQUISITES: The audience should provide clinical care for patients with STIs.
FORMAT: This activity is Web-based/Web on Demand.
CONTACT INFORMATION: NYC STD Prevention Training Center, nycptc@cumc.columbia.edu

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and The NYC STD Prevention Training Center. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

CME: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for 1.0 nursing contact hours.

DISCLOSURE:

CDC, our planners, and content experts wish to disclose they have no financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies with the exception of Dr. Barbee and Dr. Neu. Dr. Barbee wishes to disclose research support from Nabriva, Hologic, SpeeDx, and Dr. Neu wishes to disclose research support from Melinta and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.

Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.

Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)

CE instructions are provided after the completion of this course.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Grant Statement:
This project is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award 1 NU62PS924586-01-00 totaling $470,000 with 100 percent funded by CDC/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CDC/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

Doxy-PEP: Expanding STI Prevention

This course discuses Doxy-PEP - a new tool in our STI prevention toolbox. We review evidence for Doxy-PEP, clinical questions, and Doxy-PEP implementation.

This course is not accredited for continuing education.

Everyone Should Be Doing It: Taking a Sexual History

This course is a comprehensive overview of taking a sexual history. It covers rationale for why we should be taking a sexual history, how to set the stage for success, how to take an actual sexual history, and more. If you're someone who works with patients in a clinical setting, this course could be for you!

At the conclusion of the session, the participant should be able to:

1.     Describe three factors which contribute to obtaining an accurate sexual history.
2.     Describe two approaches to taking a sexual history.
3.     Describe the importance of interprofessional collaboration in taking sexual histories.

FACULTY/CREDENTIALS:

Alwyn Cohall, MD, Principal Investigator, New York City STD Prevention Training Center; Professor of Public Health and Pediatrics, Columbia University Medical Center

Gowri Nagendra, MPH, Program Director, New York City STD Prevention Training Center

Jessica Steinke, MPH, Senior Program Manager, New York City STD Prevention Training Center

ORIGINATION DATE: August 1, 2023
EXPIRATION DATE: August 1, 2025
HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser
MATERIALS: None
TARGET AUDIENCE: Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, other health professionals
PREREQUISITES: The audience should provide clinical care for patients and take sexual histories.
FORMAT: This activity is Web-based/Web on Demand.
CONTACT INFORMATION: NYC STD Prevention Training Center, nycptc@cumc.columbia.edu

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for 1.0 nursing contact hours.

CEU: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEU's for this program.

DISCLOSURE:

Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.

Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)

CE instructions are provided after the completion of this course.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

HIV Prevention Benefits Navigation

This course discusses available assistance programs for patients seeking HIV prevention who are uninsured, commercially insured, or who have Medicaid.

OBJECTIVES:

At the conclusion of the session, participants should be able to:

1. Describe HIV prevention assistance programs for uninsured patients.

2. Describe HIV prevention assistance programs for insured patients.

3. Describe the importance of interprofessional collaboration in HIV prevention benefits navigation.

FACULTY/CREDENTIALS:

Caroline Carnevale, DNP, MPH, AAHIVS, Nurse Practitioner, Principal Investigator, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Comprehensive HIV Program; Core Faculty, New York City STD Prevention Training Center

Alexandra Filipkowski, BS, MPH candidate (’24), Intern, New York City STD Prevention Training Center

Jessica Steinke, MPH, Senior Program Manager, New York City STD Prevention Training Center

ORIGINATION DATE: November 1, 2023

EXPIRATION DATE: November 1, 2025

MATERIALS: None

TARGET AUDIENCE: Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, other health professionals

PREREQUISITES: None

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based/Web on Demand.

CONTACT INFORMATION: NYC STD Prevention Training Center, nycptc@cumc.columbia.edu

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

CME: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for 0.5 nursing contact hours.

CEU: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEU's for this program.

DISCLOSURE:

Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.

Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)

CE instructions are provided after the completion of this course.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

¡Todavía estamos hablando de sífilis!

Este curso revisa la evaluación para sífilis, cómo interpretar los resultados y las etapas de la enfermedad y las recomendaciones de tratamiento de acuerdo a la etapa en la que se encuentre.

This course is not accredited for continuing education.

Lineamientos sobre PrEP: actualización del 2021

Este curso revisa las actualizaciones del CDC hechas en el 2021 en cuanto a los lineamientos sobre PrEP y cubre la evaluación y examinación para PrEP, las opciones de PrEP disponibles, su prescripción y la gestión continua del medicamento.

This course is not accredited for continuing education.

Managing Syphilis: Providing Clinical Care in the Era of Bicillin L-A Shortages

This course discusses the current shortage of Penicillin G benzathine (Bicillin L-A). It covers the epidemiology of syphilis, how to screen for and stage syphilis, syphilis treatment guidelines, and guidelines for managing syphilis during this shortage.

This short course is not accredited for continuing education.

Module 1: The CT STI Surveillance Landscape and Syphilis 101

Welcome to Module 1 of the Connecticut STI Series, May 2024. This module features speakers Ava Nepaul and Dr. Dana Dunne.

This module will consist of 1 CE credit post-completion. This module is accredited by the Massachusetts Medical Society. CE is only applicable for Massachusetts and its contiguous states.

Module 2: Congenital Syphilis

Welcome to Module 2 of the Connecticut STI Series, May 2024. This module features speaker Dr. Ian Michelow.

This module will consist of 1 CE credit post-completion. This module is accredited by the Massachusetts Medical Society. CE is only applicable for Massachusetts and its contiguous states.

Module 3: Earthquakes in the Management of Urethritis: Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and Mycoplasma, Oh My!

Welcome to Module 3 of the Connecticut STI Series, May 2024. This module features speaker Dr. Katherine Hsu.

This module will consist of 1 CE credit post-completion. This module is accredited by the Massachusetts Medical Society. CE is only applicable for Massachusetts and its contiguous states.

Module 4: Communicating Science Through Comedy

Welcome to Module 4 of the Connecticut STI Series, May 2024. This module features speaker Dr. Ina Park.

This module will consist of 1 CE credit post-completion. This module is accredited by the Massachusetts Medical Society. CE is only applicable for Massachusetts and its contiguous states.

Module 4: Communicating Science Through Comedy - Troubleshooting

Welcome to Module 4 of the Connecticut STI Series, May 2024.
This module features speaker Dr. Ina Park.

This module will consist of 1 CE credit post-completion. This module is accredited by the Massachusetts Medical Society. CE is only applicable for Massachusetts and its contiguous states.

Module 5: Biomedical Prevention Interventions

Welcome to Module 5 of the Connecticut STI Series, May 2024. This module features speaker Dr. Amit Achhra.

This module will consist of 1 CE credit post-completion. This module is accredited by the Massachusetts Medical Society. CE is only applicable for Massachusetts and its contiguous states.

Navegación de beneficios para prevenir VIH

Este curso trata sobre los programas de asistencia disponibles para pacientes que buscan prevenir el VIH (PrEP o PEP) que no están asegurados, que tienen algún seguro comercial o que tienen Medicaid.

Si quieres saber más acerca de la navegación de beneficios para prevenir el VIH, este curso es para ti. Toma en cuenta que la mayor parte de este curso en específico habla de la navegación de beneficios para la medicación PrEP o PEP oral, y hay una sección que se enfoca específicamente en el proceso de la PrEP inyectable (CAB-LA).

This course is not accredited for continuing education.

PrEP Guidelines: 2021 Update

This course will review CDC's 2021 updates to the PrEP guidelines. It covers PrEP screening and assessment, available PrEP options, prescribing PrEP, and ongoing PrEP management, including case studies and interactivity.

At the conclusion of the session, participants should be able to:

Describe current CDC guidelines for PrEP.
Describe clinical considerations for existing PrEP medications.
Describe the importance of interprofessional collaboration in providing PrEP services.

FACULTY/CREDENTIALS:

Jessica Steinke, MPH, Senior Program Manager, New York City STD Prevention Training Center
Jason Zucker, MD MS, Assistant Professor, Divisions of Adult and Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Columbia University Medical Center; Assistant Medical Director, New York City STD Prevention Training Center

ORIGINATION DATE: September 1, 2023
EXPIRATION DATE: September 1, 2025
HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser
MATERIALS: None
TARGET AUDIENCE: Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, other health professionals

PREREQUISITES: The audience should provide clinical care for patients and discuss PrEP with patients.
FORMAT: This activity is Web-based/Web on Demand.
CONTACT INFORMATION: NYC STD Prevention Training Center, nycptc@cumc.columbia.edu

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for 0.5 nursing contact hours.

CEU: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEU's for this program.

DISCLOSURE:

Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.

Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)

CE instructions are provided after the completion of this course.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

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Retail Health/Urgent Care - Module 1B - Series Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients

Retail Health/Urgent Care
Retail Health/Urgent Care Module 1B: Series Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials reviews how Retail Health and Urgent Care providers can approach conversations about sexual health with patients, including trauma-informed care and consent.

This module is part of the Retail Health/Urgent Care – Sexual Health Delivery series. Modules include:
Module 1B - Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
Module 2B - Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
Module 3B - STI Diagnosis and Testing
Module 4B - HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
Module 5B - STI Treatment
Module 6B - STI/HIV Prevention

CE ORIGINATION DATE: May 20, 2024
CE EXPIRATION DATE: May 20, 2026
HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser

MATERIALS: None

PREREQUISITES: Experience with patient care; otherwise, no prerequisites required.

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based.

CONTACT INFORMATION: National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Email: info@nnptc.org Phone: 303-602-3620

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

To receive continuing education (CE) for WB4815 Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients Module 1 Series: Retail Health/Urgent Care Module 1 please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog using WB4815. Follow the steps below by 05/20/2026.

Pass the post-assessment at 80%.
Complete the evaluation.
Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Nathan A. Bronstein, MPA, MsED, MSSP (he/him), Chief Operating Officer, Convenient Care Association
Rebekah Horowitz, JD, MPH (she/her), Director of STI Programs, National Association of County and City Health Officials

Retail Health/Urgent Care - Module 2B: Creating an Environment of Equitable Care

Retail Health/Urgent Care
Retail Health/Urgent Care Module 2B: Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials discusses the concept of gender diversity and needs of LGBTQ+ patients, medical mistrust and equity gaps, and unique aspects of STI care for minors.

This module is part of the Retail Health/Urgent Care – Sexual Health Delivery series. Modules include:
Module 1B - Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
Module 2B - Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
Module 3B - STI Diagnosis and Testing
Module 4B - HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
Module 5B - STI Treatment
Module 6B - STI/HIV Prevention

OBJECTIVES:

CE ORIGINATION DATE: May 20, 2024
CE EXPIRATION DATE: May 20, 2026
HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser

MATERIALS: None

PREREQUISITES: Experience with patient care; otherwise, no prerequisites required.

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based.

CONTACT INFORMATION: National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Email: info@nnptc.org Phone: 303-602-3620

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

To receive continuing education (CE) for WB4817 Creating an Environment of Equitable Care Module 2 Series: Retail Health/Urgent Care Module 2 please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog using WB4817. Follow the steps below by 05/20/2026.

Pass the post-assessment at 80%.
Complete the evaluation.
Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Acknowledgements:

Nathan A. Bronstein, MPA, MsED, MSSP (he/him), Chief Operating Officer, Convenient Care Association
Rebekah Horowitz, JD, MPH (she/her), Director of STI Programs, National Association of County and City Health Officials

Retail Health/Urgent Care - Module 3B: STI Diagnosis and Testing

Retail Health/Urgent Care
Retail Health/Urgent Care Module 3B: STI Diagnosis and Testing
This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials discusses diagnosis/testing for STIs and how Retail Health and Urgent Care providers can collaborate with local health jurisdictions/health departments in patient care.

This module is part of the Retail Health/Urgent Care – Sexual Health Delivery series. Modules include:
Module 1B - Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
Module 2B - Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
Module 3B - STI Diagnosis and Testing
Module 4B - HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
Module 5B - STI Treatment
Module 6B - STI/HIV Prevention

CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION

OBJECTIVES:
At the conclusion of the session, the participant should be able to:
1. Identify the signs and symptoms of STIs.

2. Identify types of available testing for STIs.

3. Explain how STI reporting works in the comprehensive care of patients.

4. Describe one way that this educational activity will improve my contribution as a team member.

CE ORIGINATION DATE: August 16, 2024

CE EXPIRATION DATE: August 16, 2026

HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser

MATERIALS: None

PREREQUISITES: Experience with patient care; otherwise, no prerequisites required.

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based.

CONTACT INFORMATION: National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Email: info@nnptc.org Phone: 303-602-3620

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for (0.5) AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until {August 16, 2026}.PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for (0.5) nursing contact hours.
CPE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designated this (Knowledge-based) event for pharmacists to receive (0.05) CEUs in pharmacy education. The Universal Activity Number is JA4008229-9999-24-061-H08-P.

CDC, our planners, and content experts wish to disclose they have no financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies with the exception of Dr. Ard and he wishes to disclose he receives in-kind research support from Binx Health and royalties from McGraw Hill and UpToDate; and Dr. Wangu and she wishes to disclose she receives royalties from UpToDate, DynaMed, and Elsevier.

All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.
Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

If CEU only, Joint Provider: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers (NNPTC) and National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) are jointly providing the CEUs for this activity.
CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.
Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)

To receive continuing education (CE) for WB4821 STI HEALTH MODULE 3: Diagnosis and Testing

please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog using WB4821. Follow the steps below by 08/16/2026.

Pass the post-assessment at 80%.
Complete the evaluation.
Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Acknowledgements:

Nathan A. Bronstein, MPA, MsED, MSSP (he/him), Chief Operating Officer, Convenient Care Association
Rebekah Horowitz, JD, MPH (she/her), Director of STI Programs, National Association of County and City Health Officials

Retail Health/Urgent Care - Module 4B: HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings

Retail Health/Urgent Care
Retail Health/Urgent Care Module 4B: HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials discusses testing for HIV, health department reporting requirements, and the Retail Health/Urgent Care provider's role in supporting and connecting patients to HIV care.

This module is part of the Retail Health/Urgent Care – Sexual Health Delivery series. Modules include:
Module 1B - Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
Module 2B - Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
Module 3B - STI Diagnosis and Testing
Module 4B - HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
Module 5B - STI Treatment
Module 6B - STI/HIV Prevention

CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION

OBJECTIVES:

At the conclusion of the session, the participant should be able to:
1. Identify the different types of HIV testing including patient-collected tests.

2. Describe how to connect newly HIV-positive patients to treatment.

3. Describe HIV reporting requirements to optimize patient care.

4. Describe one way that this educational activity will improve my contribution as a team member.

CE ORIGINATION DATE: September 13, 2024

CE EXPIRATION DATE: September 13, 2026
HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser

MATERIALS: None

PREREQUISITES: Experience with patient care; otherwise, no prerequisites required.

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based.

CONTACT INFORMATION: National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Email: info@nnptc.org Phone: 303-602-3620

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for (0.5) AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until {September 13, 2026}. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for (0.5) nursing contact hours.
CPE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designated this (Knowledge-based) event for pharmacists to receive (0.05) CEUs in pharmacy education. The Universal Activity Number is JA4008229-9999-24-062-H08-P.

CDC, our planners, and content experts wish to disclose they have no financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies with the exception of Dr. Ard and he wishes to disclose he receives in-kind research support from Binx Health and royalties from McGraw Hill and UpToDate; and Dr. Wangu and she wishes to disclose she receives royalties from UpToDate, DynaMed, and Elsevier.

All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.
Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

If CEU only, Joint Provider: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers (NNPTC) and National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) are jointly providing the CEUs for this activity.
CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.
Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)

To receive continuing education (CE) for WB4827 STI Health Module 4: HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings

please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog using WB4827. Follow the steps below by 09/13/2026.

Pass the post-assessment at 80%.
Complete the evaluation.
Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Content Lead:

Acknowledgements:
1. Nathan A. Bronstein, MPA, MsED, MSSP (he/him), Chief Operating Officer, Convenient Care Association
2. Rebekah Horowitz, JD, MPH (she/her), Director of STI Programs, National Association of County and City Health Officials

Retail Health/Urgent Care - Module 5B: STI Treatment

Retail Health/Urgent Care
Retail Health/Urgent Care Module 5B: STI Treatment
This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials discusses STI treatment and follow-up, and the Retail Health/Urgent Care provider's role in caring for both the patient and their partner(s).

This module is part of the Retail Health/Urgent Care – Sexual Health Delivery series. Modules include:
Module 1B - Introduction and Discussing Sexual Health with Patients
Module 2B - Creating an Environment of Equitable Care
Module 3B - STI Diagnosis and Testing
Module 4B - HIV Testing for Non-Traditional Settings
Module 5B - STI Treatment
Module 6B - STI/HIV Prevention

OBJECTIVES: At the conclusion of the session, the participant should be able to:

1. Identify current treatments for the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

2. Identify how to follow-up with patients once they test positive for STIs

3. Describe how to care for the patient by caring for their sex partner(s) via expedited partner therapy/patient-delivered partner therapy (EPT/PDPT)

4. Describe one way that this educational activity will improve my contribution as a team member

CE ORIGINATION DATE: September 13, 2024
CE EXPIRATION DATE: September 13, 2026
HARDWARE/SOFTWARE: Computer Hardware; Internet Connection; Browser

MATERIALS: None

PREREQUISITES: Experience with patient care; otherwise, no prerequisites required.

FORMAT: This activity is Web-based.

CONTACT INFORMATION: National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers Email: info@nnptc.org Phone: 303-602-3620

CE INFORMATION:

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS:

AAPA CME: Credit Designation Statement – Enduring Materials

CNE: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates this activity for (0.5) nursing contact hours.

After credit is claimed, an unofficial statement of credit is immediately available on CDC TRAIN. Official credit will be uploaded within 60 days on the NABP/CPE Monitor.

CEU: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is authorized by IACET to offer (0.1) CEU's for this program.

CDC, our planners, and content experts wish to disclose they have no financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies with the exception of Dr. Ard and he wishes to disclose he receives in-kind research support from Binx Health and royalties from McGraw Hill and UpToDate; and Dr. Wangu and she wishes to disclose she receives royalties from UpToDate, DynaMed, and Elsevier.

All relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.

Content will not include any discussion of the unlabeled use of a product or a product under investigational use.

If CEU only, Joint Provider: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers (NNPTC) and National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) are jointly providing the CEUs for this activity.

CDC did not accept financial or in-kind support from ineligible companies for this continuing education activity.

Instructions for Obtaining Continuing Education (CE)

To receive continuing education (CE) for WB4819 STI Treatment Module 5: Treatment, please visit CDC TRAIN and search for the course in the Course Catalog using WB4819. Follow the steps below by 9/13/2026.

Pass the post-assessment at 80%.
Complete the evaluation.
Visit Your Learning to access your certificates and transcript.

FEES: No fees are charged for CDC’s CE activities.

Content Lead:

Acknowledgements:

Nathan A. Bronstein, MPA, MsED, MSSP (he/him), Chief Operating Officer, Convenient Care Association
Rebekah Horowitz, JD, MPH (she/her), Director of STI Programs, National Association of County and City Health Officials

Retail Health/Urgent Care - Module 6B: STI/HIV Prevention

Retail Health/Urgent Care
Retail Health/Urgent Care Module 6B: STI/HIV Prevention
This module developed collaboratively by the National Network of STD Clinical Prevention Training Centers and National Association of County & City Health Officials discusses post-exposure and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PEP and PrEP), HIV treatment, and key STI/HIV counseling messages in the Retail Health/Urgent Care setting.