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HIV and AIDS: Clinical Essentials for Infection Prevention and Control

HIV and AIDS: Clinical Essentials for Infection Prevention and Control

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Course

Learn essential clinical principles of HIV and AIDS for effective infection prevention and control in healthcare practice.

Nationally & state accredited

Pharmacy

Course Features

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What you'll learn

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Describe the transmission, stages, and epidemiology of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS).

  2. Differentiate between clinical strategies for managing HIV, including infection control protocols, antiretroviral therapies, and post-exposure prophylaxis.

  3. Explain the legal and ethical requirements for healthcare professionals regarding HIV testing, confidentiality, and patient rights in Florida.


Course description

This course provides licensed healthcare professionals with essential clinical and legal knowledge for the prevention and management of HIV and AIDS. Participants will review the transmission, stages, and epidemiology of HIV, differentiate between current clinical strategies—including antiretroviral therapies and prophylaxis—and learn to apply occupational infection control protocols. The primary goal is to equip providers to deliver safe, compassionate, and legally compliant care to all patients, including those living with HIV.

This course addresses the critical need for clinicians to remain current with evolving HIV treatment guidelines and to understand their specific legal and ethical obligations. It closes knowledge gaps related to Florida's laws on HIV testing, informed consent, patient confidentiality, and the rights of individuals living with HIV/AIDS.

State requirement: This course satisfies the 1-hour HIV/AIDS continuing education requirement for Dentistry and Nursing in Florida.


Course content

  • Introduction

  • Epidemiology of HIV and AIDS

  • Etiology of HIV Infection

  • Modes of Transmission

  • HIV in Special Populations

  • HIV Testing

  • Under Florida Law

  • Preventing HIV and AIDS

  • Occupational Infection Control Considerations

  • Clinical Management of HIV and AIDS

  • Evolving Attitudes Toward HIV and AIDS

  • Rights of Individuals with HIV and AIDS

  • Conclusion

  • References


Course details

Release Date09/25/2025
Expiration Date09/25/2028
Review Date09/25/2028
ACPE UAN0657-0000-25-081-H01-P 0657-0000-25-081-H01-T
CE Broker ID20-591103
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 148
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Patricia DunnDNP, APRN, FNP-BC

Patricia Dunn DNP, APRN, FNP-BC is a Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Nurse and 20 years as a Registered Nurse. She has served as an APRN for Florida Pain Institute, Heart Rhythm Associates of Brevard, House Calls of Central Florida. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Walden University, Minneapolis.


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit


Accreditations

Dentistry financial disclosure

AchieveCE​. Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.​ Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.​ 09/01/202​5 to 08/31/202​9. Provider ID# 386503

  • Alabama Board of Dental Examiners

  • Florida Board of Dentistry

  • Kentucky Board of Dentistry

  • Louisiana Board of Dentistry

  • Michigan Board of Dentistry

  • South Carolina Board of Dentistry

  • Tennessee Board of Dentistry

  • Virginia Board of Dentistry

  • Dental Board of CA


Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "HIV and AIDS: Clinical Essentials for Infection Prevention and Control", provides 1 contact hour of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Pharmacist, Dental Hygienist, Licensed Practical Nurse, Dentist, Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Consultant Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.


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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Patricia Dunn DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner, Content Expert and Faculty

  • Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner

  • Marie Fluent DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer

  • Luke Porter – Content Reviewer

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection


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