Hepatitis C Basics: Training

Course Title:      Hepatitis C Basics

Date:                     March 29th, 2018

Time                      9am-5pm, Full Day

Description:   This one-day training will offer information about hepatitis C and will cover basic facts about hepatitis A and B.

As a result of this training, participants will be able to:

• Recall basic facts about the who is affected by hepatitis C in New York State
• Recall basic facts about the functions of the liver
• Describe how hepatitis C is and is not transmitted
• Share information with others about viral hepatitis prevention and harm reduction strategies.
• Recall recommendations regarding who should be screened for hepatitis B and C
• Describe the two-step testing algorithm for hepatitis C
• Recall resources for HCV testing in NYS
• Describe to clients the spectrum of illness for hepatitis C
• Recall key facts about new treatments for hepatitis C and resources for HCV treatment in NYS
• Counsel clients with hepatitis C about the importance of vaccination for hepatitis A and B, avoiding alcohol, good liver health practices and avoiding re-infection
• Recall NYS AIDS Institute HCV Peer Worker competencies

Location:        Hudson Valley Community Services (HVCS), 40 Saw Mill River Rd, Hawthorne, NY 10532, USA

Region:           Mid-Hudson

Instructor:           Mike Selick, Kacey Byczek

Link:                      https://www.hivtrainingny.org/Account/LogOn?crs=2667