Introduction
The NIMART course has been developed as a response to the call to action by
the South African Government to strengthen the response to HIV and TB
epidemics and is specifically developed for and aimed at professional nurses
working in the field of HIV and TB.
Participants should follow the course with a practical mentorship
programme that is linked to an experienced HIV and TB clinician.
Duration
The 5-day course is a standalone intensive course that focuses on the
management of TB, HIV and STI’s as well as strengthening counselling skills,
monitoring and evaluation of HIV and TB programmes
Accreditation
Accredited according to the HPCSA’s Medical and Dental Board Guidelines
for Healthcare Professionals for 30 Clinical CEU’s on Level 2
Certification
To qualify for the certificate of completion for this short course, participants
should fully attend the workshop and successfully complete the assessment
process.
Course Dates
| Place |
Date |
Price |
| Pretoria |
12 - 16 May 25 |
R7 100.00 |
| Pretoria |
17 - 21 Nov 25 |
R7 100.00 |
Assessment
Course Content
- Counselling – important aspects of counselling will be covered.
PICT and counselling of specialised groups.
- Management of Tuberculosis – Epidemiology, diagnosis and
treatment of TB. Participants will gain theoretical knowledge in
managing adverse drug reactions and shared side effects with ARVs.
- Sexually Transmitted Infections – Syndromic management of STIs
and how this can be used as an entry point to HCT.
- HIV Management – Epidemiology of HIV, staging, diagnosis,
ARV treatment, management of opportunistic infections.
- Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission.
- Reporting, Monitoring and evaluation of programmes.
Course Design
The course is offered using participatory methods and building on shared
knowledge with the participants.
This workshop is facilitated by leading edge faculties in the field. This
workshop should be followed by a practical experience at the participant’s
respective or nominated facility where she/he will be under the guidance of
a Clinician.
Study Material
Your study material will be handed to you on the first day of the workshop.
Additional materials which would assist participants in diagnosing and
managing HIV related conditions will also be provided. National guidelines
will be distributed whenever they are available
Who Should Enrol
Professional Nurses working in TB and HIV/AIDS units, Pharmacists, Medical
Officers and Clinical Associates.