HIV & Other Issues in Substance Use Disorders
Course Number:
ALSA 100
Course Credits:
2.00
Course Description:
This course is designed to educate on the clinical picture, epidemiology, transmission modes and variables of medical issues/illnesses, managing personal fear and resistance concerning, and the implplications of substance abuse on HIV/AIDS and other medical issues. This course meets the requirements as stipulated by the Washingotn State Department of Health for Chemical Dependency Professional certification for HIV/AIDS training. Vocational program course. May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.
Course Prerequisites:
Course Outcomes:
- Identify transmission modes and risk reduction methods for HIV/Aids, blood borne pathogens, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) TB, and other blood and airborne pathogens.
- Recognize and name medical issues associated with substance abusing individuals.
- Explain the right to confidentiality, HIPPA, and patient disclosure to a substance abusing individual.
- Explain/demonstrate universal healthcare precautions and promote healthy behaviors to reduce risks.