ASWB/ACE: SpeedyCeus.com, provider #1613, 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: 12/15/24 to 12/15/27.  Social Workers completing this course receive 7 general continuing education credits.

CALIFORNIA: This program meets the requirements for the California Board of Behavioral Sciences for 7 hours of CE Credit

TEXAS: This course meets the criteria for acceptable continuing education as defined by the Texas State Boards of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Social Workers for 7 hours of CE Credit.

This program is approved for 7 continuing education credits/contact hours by:

• The California Board of Registered Nursing # CEP 14462
• The National Board for Certified Counselors # 6412
• The Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling #50-38918
• The California Associations of Alcohol and Drug Educators (CAADE) #CP40 977 H 0428
• The California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals: CCAPP-IE Provider # 1N-16-256-0726

This comprehensive continuing education course provides social workers, counselors, LMFTs, nurses, and substance use professionals with an in-depth exploration of HIV/AIDS. Spanning history, treatment advances, psychosocial dimensions, cultural perspectives, and ethical responsibilities, the course integrates current research (2023–2025) with practical applications. Participants will examine prevention strategies, disparities in care, integrated service models, and emerging innovations such as gene editing, vaccines, and artificial intelligence. Emphasis is placed on confidentiality, cultural competence, advocacy, and resilience. Designed to meet board requirements, this course equips professionals to provide informed, ethical, and compassionate care for individuals and communities affected by HIV.

If you have questions about the course, require accessibility accommodations or need assistance, please email info@speedyceus.com or call (909) 628-4216.

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of HIV/AIDS epidemiology, treatment, and prevention strategies.
• Apply ethical, legal, and professional standards to HIV-related scenarios in clinical practice.
• Recognize and address the psychosocial and cultural dimensions of HIV care, including stigma, resilience, and social determinants of health.
• Integrate interdisciplinary approaches to support individuals and communities affected by HIV/AIDS.
• Critically evaluate emerging research (2023–2025) to inform evidence-based practice.

• Chapter 1. Introduction and Historical Context
• Chapter 2. Epidemiology and Global Trends
• Chapter 3. Pathophysiology of HIV
• Chapter 4. Diagnosis, Testing, and Monitoring
• Chapter 5. Treatment Advances
• Chapter 6. Psychosocial and Mental Health Dimensions
• Chapter 7. Special Populations and Contexts
• Chapter 8. Prevention Strategies
• Chapter 9. Ethical, Legal, and Professional Considerations
• Chapter 10. HIV and Integrated Care Models
• Chapter 11. Cultural and Community Perspectives
• Chapter 12. Future Directions and Innovations
• Chapter 13. Conclusion and Clinical Applications

Course topics are chosen based on various board requirements and professionals needs. Licensed professionals oversee, compile and develop course materials, posttest, and other course materials, determine the level of difficulty, and ensure course content is appropriate. The course developer bio is available here.