This is an advanced level diploma course that deals with both the prevention and management of HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases. It brings to the limelight the complex and diverse nature of STI s and their impact on society, particularly the poor. The programme consists of 3 modules; module 1 of which is the equivalent the diploma programme.

The advanced diploma is awarded only when all 3 modules have been successfully completed. However, a student who completes 1 or 2 modules but does not continue with the programme may apply for a diploma to be awarded for each module(s) which is successfully completed. A certification fee is charged for each award in these circumstances.

Furthermore, an individual may decide to enrol on any one or more modules of the advanced diploma programme after which a diploma will be awarded for each module passed. The cost of these single subject diplomas will be equivalent to the cost of the diploma course in HIV and AIDS prevention.

Students completing this course may proceed to higher education at UK or British Commonwealth universities; in some cases gaining advance credits.

Course Content

Module 1 – HIV and AIDS Prevention

• Poverty and Healthcare
• The Nature of HIV/AIDS
• Different Types of HIV
• How HIV is Transmitted
• Global Epidemic of HIV/AIDS
• The Origin of AIDS
• Prevention of HIV
• HIV and Tuberculosis
• Financial and Social Cost of HIV/AIDS
• Managing and Living with HIV Infection
• HIV Testing and Immunology Silence
• HIV/AIDS Counselling Techniques
• How to Educate People about HIV Prevention
• HIV/AIDS and the Workplace
• HIV Vaccines and Microbicides
• HIV and Criminal Law
• Right to Self Determination and Consent to Treatment
• Assisted Suicide and Mercy Killing
• Terminal Illness and Bereavement
• Access to and Disclosure of Medical Records
• Discrimination and Equal Opportunities
• Universal Declaration of Commitment on HIV/AIDS
• Abuja Declaration on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and other Infectious Diseases
• Elimination of Discrimination Against Women
• HIV/AIDS and Human Rights
• Strategic Planning in HIV/AIDS Prevention
• International AIDS Organisations

Module 2 – Sexually Transmitted Disease Control

• Prevalence of STI s
• Gonorrhoea
• Chlamydia
• Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
• Herpes
• Genital Warts and the Human Papilloma Virus
• Syphilis
• Chancroid
• Trichomoniasis
• Hepatitis B
• Hepatitis C
• Granuloma Inguinale
• Lymphogranuloma Venereum
• Molloscum Contagiosum
• Candidiasis
• Bacterial Vaginitis (Gardnerella Vaginosis)
• Pediculosis Pubis
• Scabies
• Data Protection and Confidentiality
• Freedom of Information

Module 3 - Management, Economics and Financial Principles

Management

• Principles of Management
• Qualities of the Manager
• Managers and their Staff
• Frustration
• Motivation & Job Satisfaction
• Delegation
• Training and Development
• Time Management
• Customer Service and Quality
• Information Technology
• Decision Making and Problem Solving Techniques
• Stress Management

Economics

• The Free Market Economy
• The Financial System & Money
• Inflation
• Interest Rates
• Exchange Rates
• Unemployment
• European Monetary System & Single Currency (EURO)
• International Business, Trade and Protectionism
• Balance of Payments
• The World Bank
• International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Financial Principles

• Financial Terminology
• Accounting Convention & Reasons for Accounting Records
• Principles of Bookkeeping
• Books of Accounts
• Preparation of Accounts
• Trading, Profit & Loss Account & the Balance Sheet
• Accounts of Limited Liability Companies and

Non-Profit Making Organisations

• Depreciation of Fixed Assets
• Budgeting
• Value Added Tax
• Principles of Insurance