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HIV Diploma Review & Practice Course

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The HIV Diploma Review & Practice Course is your definitive resource for excelling in the high-stakes Diploma in HIV Management of the College of Family Physicians of South Africa (Dip HIV Man(SA)) exam, officially held by the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa. This comprehensive online HIV exam prep combines targeted learning with robust self-assessment, specifically designed to ensure you are truly exam-ready for this prestigious qualification in South Africa.

Focused, High-Yield Content for HIV Management Mastery

Featuring focused, high-yield content, our Dip HIV Man(SA) study guide and 1000+ high-yield MCQs meticulously cover the entire breadth and depth of the CMSA curriculum. We go beyond rote memorisation, actively challenging your clinical reasoning in real-world scenarios, a crucial skill for passing the exam and providing superior patient care. This systematic approach enhances your understanding and precision in managing complex HIV cases.

Who Benefits from this HIV Diploma Exam Preparation?

This specialised HIV Management exam prep is tailored for dedicated healthcare professionals across South Africa and beyond:

  • Junior Doctors seeking to specialise and certify their expertise in HIV.
  • Family Medicine Registrars specifically preparing for the challenging Dip HIV Man(SA)
  • Healthcare Providers practicing in high HIV-burden settings who require evidence-based HIV care knowledge.

Our program will sharpen your ability to diagnose, manage, and deliver safe, evidence-based HIV care, directly improving outcomes for patients living with HIV.

Challenge yourself with 10 free questions before diving into the full course.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Key facts about HIV transmission, epidemiology, and natural history.
  • Application of national HIV testing protocols, including counselling and diagnostic algorithms.
  • Guideline-based management of antiretroviral therapy (ART) across diverse populations.
  • Interpretation of clinical and laboratory data to assess treatment response and detect ART failure.
  • Differentiation between ART side effects, opportunistic infections, and comorbid conditions.
  • Development of patient-centred management plans for complex HIV-related clinical scenarios.
  • Identification of barriers to adherence and strategies to support long-term retention in care.

Course Content

Course overview
A brief overview of the course purpose, instructors and purpose.

  • Course Introduction
  • How to use this platform
    01:16
  • Abbreviation List
  • Resources & Guidelines

HIV Fundamentals (EPA N/A)
Build a solid foundation in HIV science (50 questions)

HIV Prevention in Adults and Children (EPA 1.1)
Master HIV prevention strategies, counselling, and ethical issues with targeted questions and detailed explanations (50 questions)

HIV in Adults and Adolescents (EPA 2.1 & 3.5)
Master HIV diagnosis and treatment in adults and adolescents (105 questions)

HIV in Children (EPA 3.1 & 3.3)
Master the essentials of paediatric HIV care from diagnosis to treatment failure management (90 questions)

Prevention of Vertical Transmission (EPA 4.1)
Learn to prevent vertical HIV transmission through quality maternal and neonatal care (60 questions)

Tuberculosis & HIV Co-infection in Adults (EPA 5.1)
Diagnose and manage TB in adults with HIV, including extrapulmonary and drug-resistant forms (60 questions)

Tuberculosis & HIV Co-infection in Children (EPA 3.3 & 3.4)
Understand TB care in HIV-positive children with emphasis on child-specific approaches (60 questions)

HIV and Sexual/ Reproductive Health (EPA 4.2)
Integrate sexual health, contraception, and STI management into HIV care (50 questions)

HIV and the Nervous System (EPA 5.2, 5.9)
Recognise and manage neurological complications in people living with HIV (55 questions)

HIV and the Gastrointestinal Tract (EPA 5.3, 5.5 & 6.1)
Manage gastrointestinal and liver conditions in HIV, including ART implications (50 questions)

HIV and the Respiratory System (EPA: 3.3 & 5.4)
Approach HIV-associated respiratory illness with integrated diagnostic and treatment strategies (45 questions)

Dermatologic & Mucocutaneous Conditions in HIV (EPA 5.5 & 5.6)
Identify and manage HIV-related skin conditions and drug reactions (40 questions)

Mental Health and HIV (EPA 5.7)
Address mental health in HIV care with screening and integrated support (45 questions)

Malignancies in HIV (EPA 5.8)
Manage HIV-associated cancers with a focus on early identification and integrated care (25 questions)

HIV and Haematology (EPA 6.2)
Recognise and manage haematological complications of HIV and its treatment (25 questions)

HIV and Co-morbidities (EPA 6.1, 6.3, 6.5, 7.1)
Coordinate HIV care in patients with chronic comorbidities (50 questions)

Treatment Failure in Adults and Children (EPA 2.2, 3.2)
Gain confidence in identifying and managing ART failure in adults and children (50 questions)

Advanced HIV Disease (EPA N/A)
Build your knowledge in managing advanced HIV illness across multiple domains (55 questions)

Antiretroviral Drugs (6.4)
Build confidence in understanding ART through clinical cases covering drug classes, side effects, and interactions (60 questions)

Adherence, Retention in Care & Key Populations (EPA 8.1)
Strengthen your approach to HIV adherence and retention with tailored strategies for diverse populations (35 questions)

HIV Diploma Mock Exam
This comprehensive mock exam is free for all buyers of the HIV Diploma Review and Practice Course. It mirrors the CMSA HIV Diploma format and was formulated based on the latest South African HIV guidelines. After completing our quizzes and summaries, try it out to test your knowledge and boost your exam readiness.

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