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7/17/2008
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8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Rapid HIV Antibody Testing Using the Stat-Pak Test |
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DESCRIPTION: |
This one-day course trains HIV Counseling, Testing & Referral (CTR) staff in protocols, quality assurance, and counseling issues related to conducting rapid HIV testing with Stat-Pak. Participants learn detailed steps in conducting the test, how to integrate the test with other CTR activities, and how to develop systems to assure quality testing including the proper use of documentation and record-keeping. Participants complete a competency assessment by conducting the test and interpreting the result on six specimens. Participants also participate in role-plays to practice pre-test counseling, prevention counseling, and post-test counseling in the context of rapid testing.
REQUIREMENTS: Participants should be affiliated with a CTR agency approved to conduct rapid testing by the Wisconsin AIDS/HIV Program.
Approved agencies must have:
A CLIA laboratory certificate allowing waived testing
Bloodborne pathogen control plan
A designated staff overseeing quality assurance of rapid testing on-site
Contact with Kathleen Krchnavek, HIV CTR Specialist (608-267-3583 or Kathleen.Krchnavek@dhfs.wisconsin.gov) to provide documentation of the above requirements
The workshop begins promptly at 8:30 am.
If you are interested in attending an OraQuick training please contact Megan Reading at 608-265-4551 or reading@wisc.edu
for more information.
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SPONSOR: |
WI AIDS/HIV Program & Wisconsin HIV/AIDS Training System |
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LOCATION: |
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel, 375 S. Mooland Rd., Brookfield |
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CITY: |
Brookfield |
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WI |
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CONTACT NAME: |
Kathleen Krchnavek |
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CONTACT PHONE: |
(608) 267-3583 |
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CONTACT EMAIL: |
Kathleen.Krchnavek@dhfs.wisconsin.gov |
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FEE: |
no fee |
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PRE-REQUISITES: |
Basic Counseling Skills for HIV Prevention
HIV Counseling, Testing, and Referral (CTR)
Foundations for HIV Prevention in Wisconsin
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: |
7/10/2008 |
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REGISTRATION PAGE: |
Click Here |
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9/3/2008
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8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Foundations for HIV Prevention in Wisconsin |
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DESCRIPTION: |
This one-day workshop provides an introduction to HIV/AIDS for practitioners beginning to work in the field of HIV prevention. It provides basic information about HIV transmission, the epidemic in Wisconsin, including populations at highest risk, prevention interventions, prevention resources in Wisconsin, and more. The workshop focuses on the socio-behavioral aspects of the epidemic rather than biomedical aspects of the infection.
The training begins promptly at 8:30. |
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SPONSOR: |
WI AIDS/HIV Program & Wisconsin HIV/AIDS Training System |
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LOCATION: |
Quality Inn & Suites, 2969 Cahill Main, Madison, WI 53711 |
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CITY: |
Madison |
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STATE: |
WI |
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CONTACT NAME: |
Megan Reading |
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CONTACT PHONE: |
(608) 265-4551 |
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CONTACT EMAIL: |
reading@wisc.edu |
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FEE: |
no fee |
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: |
8/27/2008 |
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REGISTRATION PAGE: |
Click Here |
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9/9/2008
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8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Reaching LGBT Clients Experiencing Intimate Partner Violence |
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DESCRIPTION: |
This one day training is designed for providers working with lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) clients experiencing intimate partner violence. This training will
include the following topics:
-Creating Accessible, Inclusive Services for LGBT Victims/Survivors
-Understanding the Dynamics of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault in LGBT Communities
-Examining Barriers LGBT Victims/Survivors Face
-Becoming an Ally of People Who Identify as LGBT
-Overcoming Homophobia, Bi-phobia, and Trans-phobia
-Acknowledging Power, Privilege, and Oppression
The training begins promptly at 8:30. |
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SPONSOR: |
WI AIDS/HIV Program & Wisconsin HIV/AIDS Training System |
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LOCATION: |
Quality Inn & Suites, 2969 Cahill Main, Madison, WI 53711 |
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CITY: |
Madison |
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STATE: |
WI |
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CONTACT NAME: |
Molly Herrmann |
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CONTACT PHONE: |
(608) 267-6730 |
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CONTACT EMAIL: |
Molly.Herrmann@dhfs.wisconsin.gov |
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FEE: |
no fee |
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: |
8/26/2008 |
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REGISTRATION PAGE: |
Click Here |
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9/17/2008
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8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Transgender 101: Basics of Understanding Transgender Issues for Providers |
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DESCRIPTION: |
Individuals who are transgender have been identified by the State AIDS/HIV Program as a population at high risk of HIV transmission. This one-day workshop provides an opportunity to gain increased understanding and comfort addressing gender issues as a foundation for providing culturally competent HIV prevention and care services. Participants will identify issues and strategies for individuals and agencies to enhance services for individuals who are transgender. |
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SPONSOR: |
Wisconsin HIV/AIDS Training System and Diverse & Resilient, Inc. |
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LOCATION: |
Quality Inn & Suites, 2969 Cahill Main, Madison, WI |
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CITY: |
Madison |
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STATE: |
WI |
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CONTACT NAME: |
Megan Reading |
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CONTACT PHONE: |
(608) 265-4551 |
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CONTACT EMAIL: |
reading@wisc.edu |
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FEE: |
no fee |
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: |
9/10/2008 |
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REGISTRATION PAGE: |
Click Here |
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9/23/2008
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8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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HIV Partner Services(PS) - New Provider Training (September 23, 2008 - September 24, 2008) |
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DESCRIPTION: |
NOTE: Course name change. This course is the same as was previously named HIV Partner Counseling & Referral Services (PCRS) New Provider Training.
This required two-day orientation training for Wisconsin Local Health Department staff provides an overview of Wisconsin HIV PS and the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to provide HIV PS in Wisconsin.
Only Wisconsin Local Health Department staff who are currently or intend to provide PS should register.
PRE-REQUISITES
Currently employed by a local health department that is a designated provider of PCRS/PS. Completion of the following three courses: Foundations for HIV Prevention in WI course, Basic Counseling Skills for HIV Prevention course, and HIV Counseling, Testing & Referral (CTR) Services Program New Provider Training course.
Training begins promptly at 8:00 am and concludes at 4:30 pm. Lunch will be provided both days.
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**This is a multiple day class** September 23, 2008 - September 24, 2008 |
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SPONSOR: |
WI AIDS/HIV Program |
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LOCATION: |
Country Springs Hotel, 2810 Golf Road, Waukesha |
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CITY: |
Waukesha |
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STATE: |
WI |
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CONTACT NAME: |
Dhana Shrestha |
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CONTACT PHONE: |
(608) 267-5288 |
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CONTACT EMAIL: |
Dhana.Shrestha@dhfs.wisconsin.gov |
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FEE: |
no fee |
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PRE-REQUISITES: |
Foundations for HIV Prevention in Wisconsin
Basic Counseling Skills for HIV Prevention
HIV Counseling, Testing, & Referral (CTR)
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: |
9/12/2008 |
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REGISTRATION PAGE: |
Click Here |
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10/7/2008
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8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Viral Hepatitis: The Basics |
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DESCRIPTION: |
This course provides information for staff that provide hepatitis testing, hepatitis case follow-up, and viral hepatitis prevention education. It expands on the content of It's Time: Integrating Viral Hepatitis Into Your Work by focusing on interpretation of hepatitis test results. The course is intended for staff from local health departments (public health nurses and public health educators), AIDS service organizations, community-based organizations, hospitals (infection control practitioners), correctional facilities, family planning agencies and clinics that provide STD testing. Topics include:
- Overview of Viral Hepatitis (A, B, and C)
- Interpreting hepatitis serologic test results
- Viral Hepatitis Epidemiology |
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SPONSOR: |
WI AIDS/HIV Program & Wisconsin HIV/AIDS Training System |
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LOCATION: |
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel, 375 S. Moorland Road, Brookfield, WI 53005 |
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CITY: |
Brookfield |
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STATE: |
WI |
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CONTACT NAME: |
Sheila M.Guilfoyle |
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CONTACT PHONE: |
(608) 266-5819 |
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CONTACT EMAIL: |
Sheila.Guilfoyle@dhfs.wisconsin.gov |
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FEE: |
no fee |
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: |
9/30/2008 |
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REGISTRATION PAGE: |
Click Here |
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10/15/2008
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8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Basic Counseling Skills for HIV Prevention (October 15, 2008 - October 16, 2008) |
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DESCRIPTION: |
Basic Counseling Skills for HIV Prevention
This two-day workshop provides an introduction to counseling skills that are essential for effective HIV prevention counseling in a variety of settings, including community-based organizations and other venues. Participants learn about the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) counseling protocol and have opportunities to develop counseling skills in the context of HIV prevention.
The workshop begins promptly at 8:30 |
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**This is a multiple day class** October 15, 2008 - October 16, 2008 |
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SPONSOR: |
WI AIDS/HIV Program & Wisconsin HIV/AIDS Training System |
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LOCATION: |
Quality Inn & Suites, 2969 Cahill Main, Madison, WI 53711 |
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CITY: |
Madison |
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STATE: |
WI |
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CONTACT NAME: |
Molly Herrmann |
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CONTACT PHONE: |
(608) 267-6730 |
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CONTACT EMAIL: |
Molly.Herrmann@dhfs.wisconsin.gov |
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FEE: |
no fee |
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PRE-REQUISITES: |
Foundations for HIV Prevention in Wisconsin
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: |
10/8/2008 |
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REGISTRATION PAGE: |
Click Here |
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10/29/2008
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8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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HIV Counseling, Testing & Referral (CTR) Service Program: New Provider Training (October 29, 2008 - October 30, 2008) |
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DESCRIPTION: |
This two-day workshop provides an overview of HIV antibody counseling, testing, and referral (CTR) services. It includes a description of the history of CTR services, HIV antibody testing algorithms, oral fluid collection, relevant statues, WI AIDS/HIV CTR objectives, program protocols, and data collection requirements, HIV care & treatment advances and community resources. In addition, the course is designed to build upon skills from previous workshops to support providers develop test decision counseling skills, give test results, and link consumers to available resources.
Registration is restricted to staff of agencies serving as publicly-funded HIV Counseling, Testing, and Referral (CTR) or HIV Partner Counseling and Referral Services (PCRS) testing sites. Persons wishing to register who are not directly associated with an HIV CTR or PCRS site MUST contact the WI HIV CTR Coordinator, Jim Stodola, at 608-261-9429.
The workshop begins promptly at 8:30 and concludes at 4:00 each day.
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**This is a multiple day class** October 29, 2008 - October 30, 2008 |
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SPONSOR: |
WI AIDS/HIV Program & Wisconsin HIV/AIDS Training System |
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LOCATION: |
Quality Inn & Suites, 2969 Cahill Main, Madison, WI 53711 |
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CITY: |
Madison |
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STATE: |
WI |
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CONTACT NAME: |
Molly Herrmann |
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CONTACT PHONE: |
(608) 267-6730 |
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CONTACT EMAIL: |
Molly.Herrmann@dhfs.wisconsin.gov |
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FEE: |
no fee |
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PRE-REQUISITES: |
Foundations for HIV Prevention in Wisconsin
Basic Counseling Skills for HIV Prevention
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: |
10/24/2008 |
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REGISTRATION PAGE: |
Click Here |
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11/12/2008
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8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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Rapid HIV Antibody Testing Using the Stat-Pak Test |
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DESCRIPTION: |
This one-day course trains HIV Counseling, Testing & Referral (CTR) staff in protocols, quality assurance, and counseling issues related to conducting rapid HIV testing with Stat-Pak. Participants learn detailed steps in conducting the test, how to integrate the test with other CTR activities, and how to develop systems to assure quality testing including the proper use of documentation and record-keeping. Participants complete a competency assessment by conducting the test and interpreting the result on six specimens. Participants also participate in role-plays to practice pre-test counseling, prevention counseling, and post-test counseling in the context of rapid testing.
REQUIREMENTS: Participants should be affiliated with a CTR agency approved to conduct rapid testing by the Wisconsin AIDS/HIV Program.
Approved agencies must have:
A CLIA laboratory certificate allowing waived testing
Bloodborne pathogen control plan
A designated staff overseeing quality assurance of rapid testing on-site
Contact with Kathleen Krchnavek, HIV CTR Specialist (608-267-3583 or Kathleen.Krchnavek@dhfs.wisconsin.gov) to provide documentation of the above requirements
The workshop begins promptly at 8:30 and concludes at 4:00. Sign-in begins at 8:00. Lunch is provided.
If you are interested in attending an OraQuick training please contact Megan Reading at 608-265-4551 or reading@wisc.edu
for more information.
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SPONSOR: |
WI AIDS/HIV Program & Wisconsin HIV/AIDS Training System |
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LOCATION: |
Quality Inn & Suites, 2969 Cahill Main, Madison, WI 53711 |
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CITY: |
Madison |
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STATE: |
WI |
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CONTACT NAME: |
Kathleen Krchnavek |
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CONTACT PHONE: |
(608) 267-3583 |
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CONTACT EMAIL: |
Kathleen.Krchnavek@dhfs.wisconsin.gov |
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FEE: |
no fee |
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PRE-REQUISITES: |
Basic Counseling Skills for HIV Prevention
HIV Counseling, Testing, and Referral (CTR)
Foundations for HIV Prevention in Wisconsin
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: |
11/5/2008 |
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REGISTRATION PAGE: |
Click Here |
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