Cultural Competence & HIV (Latinx) (3HR) Presented by Shannon McCabe, MA, LCAS, CCS, CCJP, CPS

Cultural Competence & HIV (Latinx) (3HR)

$45.00

Categories: Clinical, Cultural Competence, HIV, Online Course Tags: addiction, evidence-based practices, general skill building, hiv, latinx, Stripe only

Description

Ensuring the effective delivery of services demands that interventions be rooted in cultural competence and aimed at vulnerable populations. In this course, we will examine cultural specifics regarding working with and interventions for the Latinx Population. We will examine interventions that effectively integrate culturally competent practice with traditional social work practice with groups’ skills to provide an arena for participants to explore issues commonly faced by patients living with HIV/AIDS in a cultural context.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to :

Explain the main concepts of HIV/AIDS from a biological perspective
Describe and explain Medical/Social & Professional interventions
Recognize Cultural Influences that impact working with the Latinx population with the diagnosis
Identify & implement appropriate interventions based on Cultural Competence and Cultural Humility

This course provides for 3 hours of HIV/EBT Training. Note: This course is not approved by the ASWB for continuing education

Course Instructor: Shannon McCabe, MA, LCAS, CCS, CCJP, CPS

Recording Date: 11/07/2024

Course Format

Course Format: Recorded Live Webinar with downloadable presentation slides and/or handouts, evaluation, and a required quiz. The learner is required to pass with a 70% or higher to achieve the CE certificate of completion. The learner is able to reset the test until a satisfactory score is achieved.

CE Training Workshops, LLC, provider #1770, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: (will fill in the dates once this has been approved).

CE Training Workshops, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

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Meet Your Facilitator

Shannon McCabe, MA, LCAS, CCS, CCJP, CPS is a multi-discipline masters level professional. Shannon is a Durham native. Her undergraduate degrees are in sociology and criminal justice. Shannon also has her MA in Forensic Psychology as well as a graduate certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling. She started her career in education and worked for many years with gang-involved youth. Shannon also provides Clinical Supervision for aspiring Alcohol & Addiction Counselors and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialists.In her spare time, Shannon rehabilitates wildlife and believes strongly in the healing impact of animals in the therapeutic setting.

Syllabus

Cultural Competence in Working with the HIV Population (Latinx) (3 HR) Syllabus

I. HIV/AIDS Fundamentals

Definition and stages of HIV: acute infection, clinical latency, and AIDS
Understanding viral load and transmission risks
Overview of HBV and HCV co-infections
Introduction to HIV superinfection and STI risk factors

II. Medical and Therapeutic Interventions

Pre-exposure (PrEP), exposure, and post-exposure (PEP) protocols
Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) and medication classes (e.g., NRTIs)
Importance of client education, harm reduction, and suicide risk assessment
Community and professional resource links

III. Cultural Competency in Latinx HIV Care

Definitions of culture, cultural competence, and cultural humility
Latinx population diversity: ethnicity, language, immigration experiences
Terminology sensitivity and respectful client identification
Avoiding stereotypes through individualized cultural assessments

IV. Barriers to Care in Latinx Communities

Language and literacy barriers in medical access and communication
Gender norms, stigma, and fear of disclosure in family systems
Economic and legal challenges (e.g., undocumented status)
Confidentiality concerns and fears of discrimination

V. The BE SAFE Model for Cultural Competence

B: Barriers to Care – real or perceived obstacles to treatment
E: Ethics – applying moral principles in cross-cultural care
S: Sensitivity – provider awareness and acknowledgment of bias
A: Assessment – culturally grounded data collection practices
F: Facts – understanding disparities, beliefs, and values
E: Encounters – culturally appropriate communication and interaction

VI. Case Studies and Ethical Considerations

Case analysis of Carmen, Maria, and Alex
Navigating patient autonomy, disclosure, and confidentiality
Appropriate use of interpreters and respecting gender and age dynamics
Discussing sexual health and risk behaviors with sensitivity

VII. Best Practices in Communication and Assessment

Use of formal address and respectful titles (Señor/Señora, Usted)
Culturally sensitive interviewing techniques
Tailoring communication based on verbal and non-verbal Latinx norms
Emphasizing trust, rapport-building, and follow-up