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OraQuick Counselors are trained to provide free HIV testing and counseling at the 1917 Clinic and in the community using the OraQuick Advance Rapid Antibody Test and under the supervision of 1917 Clinic staff. The training is typically two sessions. The first session (5 hours) provides a comprehensive overview of administering the test, providing relevant counseling, HIV 101, and practice skills. The second session (2 hours) reviews the specific protocols for serving as an OraQuick Counselor with 1917 Clinic. Training is typically help every other month. Next Training. To become part of the 1917 Clinic Testing Team you must attend BOTH sessions.Session 1: Monday, March 26th, 2012, 1:00 - 4:30 OraQuick HIV Testing & Counseling – Basic Training Jefferson County Health Department, Basement Training Room 1400 6th Avenue South Email Rick Meriwether, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to register. Session 2: Wednesday, March 28, 1:00 - 3:00pm UAB 1917 Clinic Community Care Building Room 147 (Conference Room) 908 20th Street S. Email Kelly Ross-Davis, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to register Special Session for UAB students in the School of Public Health in conjunction with National Public Health Awareness Week Friday, March 30, 9:00am - 12:00pm UAB Ryals Building Training Flier Notes: This training will equip you with the skills to provide HIV testing and counseling using the rapid (20 minute results) test. After completing required paperwork and taking a short test, you will be assessed for your eligibility to provide HIV testing as part of the 1917 Team. HIV Testing Coordinators: Chris Hamlin, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , (205) 975-9103 Kelly Ross-Davis, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , (205) 934-9253 |