Master essential nursing skills for pediatric HIV care, including treatment protocols, medication management, and support strategies aligned with WHO standards.
Master essential nursing skills for pediatric HIV care, including treatment protocols, medication management, and support strategies aligned with WHO standards.
This course, led by experts in pediatric HIV care, equips nurses and midwives with essential skills for quality clinical care of children living with HIV. It covers early infant diagnosis, case identification, treatment, adolescent care, tuberculosis management, psychosocial support, and adherence strategies. The self-paced format accommodates individual learning needs, drawing on ICAP at Columbia University's decade-long expertise in international HIV care and treatment. Participants will gain comprehensive knowledge to enhance pediatric HIV care delivery worldwide.
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What you'll learn
Implement early infant diagnosis protocols for HIV
Develop strategies for pediatric HIV case identification
Apply current care and treatment guidelines for children with HIV
Manage HIV care for adolescents effectively
Recognize and treat pediatric tuberculosis and opportunistic infections
Provide comprehensive psychosocial support to HIV-affected children and families
Skills you'll gain
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Module Description
This comprehensive course covers essential aspects of pediatric HIV nursing care and treatment. Topics include early infant diagnosis, case identification, care and treatment protocols for children and adolescents living with HIV, management of pediatric tuberculosis and opportunistic infections, psychosocial support, and strategies for improving adherence and retention in care. The curriculum is based on the latest World Health Organization clinical guidelines, ensuring participants receive up-to-date, evidence-based training. Through this course, healthcare professionals will develop the necessary skills to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to children and adolescents affected by HIV.
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Champion of Global Public Health and Nursing Excellence
Dr. Susan Michaels-Strasser stands as a prominent figure in global public health with over 25 years of dedicated service in nursing and public health leadership. As Assistant Professor of Epidemiology at Columbia University Medical Center and senior implementation director at ICAP, she guides crucial public health programs worldwide. Her academic credentials include an MPH and MSc in nursing from Yale University and a PhD in public health from the University of Cape Town, establishing her as a distinguished scholar in the field. Her expertise spans pediatric care and support, nurse training, and point-of-care diagnostics, with significant contributions to healthcare systems throughout Southern Africa. As Principal Investigator for a HRSA-funded multicountry initiative, she works tirelessly to strengthen nursing's role in HIV care and treatment. Her professional affiliations include membership in the prestigious Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society for Nurses, the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care, and Fellowship in the American Academy of Nursing. Dr. Strasser's impact extends beyond traditional healthcare boundaries, as she leads initiatives to develop, implement, and evaluate global public health programs, particularly focusing on improving care delivery systems in resource-limited settings. Her work has been instrumental in advancing nursing education and practice standards across multiple countries, making her a respected voice in international public health and nursing education.
Global Health Pioneer Transforming Communities Since 2003
ICAP at Columbia University stands as a premier global health organization that has been revolutionizing healthcare delivery and systems since 2003. Under the visionary leadership of founder Dr. Wafaa El-Sadr, the Dr. Mathilde Krim-amfAR Professor of Global Health, ICAP has grown into a powerful force for health transformation, operating in more than 40 countries worldwide. The organization manages over 200 projects globally, focusing on critical health challenges from HIV/AIDS to COVID-19, tuberculosis, malaria, and non-communicable diseases. With a robust team of more than 1,000 professionals, including physicians, nurses, researchers, and technical advisors, ICAP implements innovative solutions through a comprehensive approach that combines service delivery, research, training, and impact measurement. The organization's success is evident in its reach, having helped over 2.5 million people access HIV care alone. ICAP's work spans the entire healthcare ecosystem, from direct patient care to health system strengthening, working collaboratively with local communities, healthcare providers, and government officials to ensure sustainable, quality healthcare delivery. Through its pioneering programs and evidence-based solutions, ICAP continues to transform the health landscape in resource-limited settings, making quality healthcare accessible to populations worldwide.
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