Supporting People with HIV
People living with HIV may require a range of health, social and emotional support. Health and social care professionals have an important role in providing respectful, person-centred care while maintaining confidentiality, dignity and appropriate professional boundaries.
This CPD-accredited Supporting People with HIV course is designed for care workers, healthcare assistants, support workers, nurses and other health and social care professionals who may support people living with HIV. Learners will develop an understanding of HIV, medical management, psychosocial support, legal and ethical considerations, and practical approaches to providing appropriate and compassionate care.
CPD Accredited
Certificate Included
Learn at Your Own Pace
1 hour
Quizzes covered in each module
HIV awareness and support
Person-centred care and confidentiality
*For individual learners. Need to train multiple staff? See Organisation pricing
Why This Course Matters
Build awareness of HIV and the support needs of people living with the condition.
Promote respectful, person-centred and non-judgemental care.
Strengthen understanding of confidentiality, dignity and professional responsibilities.
Improve confidence when providing practical and psychosocial support.
Support inclusive care that respects individual needs and circumstances.
Did You Know?
With effective treatment and appropriate support, people living with HIV can manage the condition and maintain their health and quality of life.
Why Learn With Carelearner
CPD Accredited Certificate
100% Online & Self-Paced Learning
Instant Digital Certificate on Completion
Works on Desktop, Tablet & Mobile
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Earn Your CPD Certificate
Complete the course and pass the final assessment to receive a CPD-accredited certificate ready to download, print and keep on file for inspection.
What's Inside the Course?
Here are the modules you will cover in this course:
Introduction to HIV
Introduces HIV and provides an overview of the condition and its relevance to health and social care professionals.
Medical Management of HIV
Provides an overview of HIV management and explores the importance of supporting individuals in following their treatment and care plans.
Psychosocial Support
Explores the emotional, social and practical support that may be helpful for people living with HIV and the importance of person-centred care.
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Covers key considerations relating to confidentiality, privacy, dignity, equality and professional responsibilities when supporting people living with HIV.
Practical Skills and Best Practices
Explores practical approaches to providing safe, respectful and person-centred support while maintaining professional standards and appropriate care practices.
Who Is This Course For?
- 1. Care Workers
2. Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
3. Support Workers
4. Nurses
5. Senior Carers
6. Residential & Nursing Home Staff
7. Domiciliary Care Staff
8. Healthcare Professionals
9. Social Care Professionals
10. Health & Social Care Professionals
Meet the Expert Behind Your Course
Manu Thomas is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Former CQC Specialist Advisor and NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme Fellow. As the Founder of Pentafold Ltd and CareLearner, and a member of a NICE professional committee, he brings extensive clinical, regulatory, and healthcare innovation expertise to the development of this course.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Receive a CPD-accredited certificate upon successful completion.
Strengthen your professional portfolio with accredited HIV awareness training.
Explain the basic principles of HIV and its relevance to health and social care.
Understand the importance of appropriate medical and psychosocial support.
Recognise key confidentiality, legal and ethical considerations when supporting people with HIV.
Apply person-centred and respectful approaches when providing support to people living with HIV.
FAQ
What is the Supporting People with HIV course about?
This course provides an understanding of HIV and how health and social care professionals can provide appropriate support to people living with HIV. It covers HIV awareness, medical management, psychosocial support, legal and ethical considerations and practical care approaches.
Who should take this Supporting People with HIV course?
This course is suitable for care workers, healthcare assistants, support workers, nurses, senior carers and other health and social care professionals who may support people living with HIV.
What will I learn from this course?
You will learn about HIV, medical management, psychosocial support, confidentiality, legal and ethical considerations and practical approaches to providing person-centred support.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course provides a clear introduction to supporting people with HIV and is suitable for learners who are new to the subject as well as those who want to refresh their existing knowledge.
Can I complete this course online?
Yes. The course is delivered online, allowing you to complete the training at your own pace and from a location that suits you.
Can I complete this course on my phone?
Yes. The course is fully responsive and can be completed on desktop, tablet or mobile devices. Learn at your own pace, wherever and whenever it suits you.
How long does it take to complete the course?
The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning. The time required will depend on your individual learning speed and how you choose to work through the course materials.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon successful completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate that can be used as evidence of your continuing professional development.
Is this course CPD accredited?
Yes. This Supporting People with HIV course is CPD accredited, demonstrating that it meets recognised standards for Continuing Professional Development.
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes. The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning, allowing you to work through the training at a time and pace that suits your schedule.
Ideal for one learner
£24
+VAT
Full course access, CPD certificate and unlimited assessment retakes included.
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