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Theory Course Learning Outcomes

 

Knowledge and Understanding
When you complete your studies for this course, you will have knowledge and understanding of:
KU1 the principles of service provision for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and related conditions
KU2 the issues relating to confidentiality and partner notification
KU3 the epidemiology and the factors involved in the transmission of STIs
KU4 how to prevent transmission of STIs
KU5 common STIs and related conditions, their presentation, diagnosis and management
KU6 when to refer patients to specialist services
 

Cognitive Skills

On completion of this course you will have developed the following cognitive skills:
CS7 able to evaluate the ways in which the lifestyle and circumstances of patients/clients may reflect in their presentation and impact on their management
CS8 able to analyse how the range of human sexuality, lifestyles and culture impacts on transmission and approaches to prevention and risk reduction
CS9 able to critically evaluate how personal beliefs and values of the clinician could affect the consultation
 

Key Skills

When you complete this course, you will be able to:
KS10 draw on a range of resources to provide evidence-based management to people presenting to your service with sexual and reproductive health needs
KS11 articulate your contribution to risk reduction and STI prevention in your own service
KS12 reflect on the essential role of effective partner notification when dealing with an infectious disease
KS13 demonstrate the importance of confidentiality in consultations involving sexual health
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