Excellent. Builds on knowledge from the physiology module. Very applicable to clinical practice. In South Africa we often use the WHO MEC.
Sexual Health and HIV
Develop your understanding of sexual health, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prevention. This comprehensive online course supports healthcare professionals in delivering safe, evidence-based care across a wide range of sexual health and HIV services.
Available 24/7
Flexible online learning for healthcare professionals worldwide.
Who is this sexual health and HIV course for?
- General practitioners
- Nurses
- Pharmacists
- Health advisors
- Genito-urinary medicine professionals
- Sexual health specialists
What’s on this page?
Introduction to the Sexual Health and HIV Course
eLearning for Sexual Health and HIV (eHIV-STI) is a comprehensive training programme designed for healthcare professionals involved in the prevention, diagnosis and management of sexually transmitted infections and HIV.
Written by leading experts in the UK, the programme covers a wide range of sexual health topics, from HIV testing and management through to bacterial and viral STIs, public health and specialist areas of genito-urinary medicine. The content has a practical focus, helping learners develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for high-quality patient care.
The programme also includes a dedicated learning pathway covering BASHH STI Foundation competencies, making it an excellent resource for both foundational and ongoing professional development.
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Understand the principles of sexual health assessment and management
- Recognise and manage common bacterial and viral sexually transmitted infections
- Apply best practice approaches to HIV testing, prevention and care
- Understand public health responsibilities within sexual health services
- Support patients with sensitive, confidential and person-centred care
You can also:
- Build confidence in managing complex sexual health presentations
- Develop practical skills aligned to the British Association of Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH) STI Foundation competencies
Course features
- Suitable for clinicians, nurses, pharmacists and health advisors worldwide
- Interactive learning with case studies, videos and self-assessment exercises
- Provides pre-course learning for BASHH Foundation Training
Buy Individual Modules
Why choose eIntegrity?
Access high-quality sexual health and HIV education developed by leading UK professional bodies.
Learn through practical, case-based content designed to support real-world clinical decision-making.
Use flexible modules covering everything from STI management and HIV care to public health and safeguarding.
Course content overview
This online sexual health and HIV programme consists of a comprehensive range of modules, each made up of bite-sized learning sessions lasting approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
The programme covers the full scope of sexual health practice, including patient assessment, bacterial and viral sexually transmitted infections, HIV testing and management, sexual assault, public health and specialist genito-urinary medicine topics. Learners also explore issues such as viral hepatitis, genital ulcer disease, genital infestations, pregnancy, sexual health in children and HIV-associated conditions.
A dedicated BASHH STI Foundation (STIF) pathway provides structured pre-course learning for competency-based sexual health training. The pathway includes essential topics such as consent, confidentiality, safeguarding, sexual history-taking, genital examination, partner notification and management of common sexually transmitted infections.
Interactive case studies, videos and self-assessment activities support practical application and help reinforce learning throughout the programme.
- Subject areas covered: HIV, sexually transmitted infections, public health, safeguarding, sexual assault, viral hepatitis, pregnancy and genito-urinary medicine.
- What’s included: Interactive online modules featuring case studies, videos, assessments and a dedicated BASHH STI Foundation pathway.
Who developed this course?
This course was developed by the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH), the Royal College of Physicians, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, and the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, in collaboration with NHS England elearning for healthcare.
Written by leading UK sexual health and HIV specialists, the programme reflects current best practice and supports healthcare professionals working across a wide range of clinical environments.
Our Sexual Health and HIV modules
- Approach to the Sexual Health Patient
- Pathology and Principles of Sexual Health
- Bacterial Sexually Transmitted Infections and Related Conditions
- Genital Ulcer Disease and Viral Infections
- HPV Infection and HPV-Related Neoplasia
- Genital Infestations
- Viral Hepatitis
- Sexual Assault, Abuse and Medico-Legal Issues
- Pregnancy, Children
- HIV Special Circumstances
- Vaginal Discharge, Vulvitis and Balanitis
- HIV Testing, Prevention and Prophylaxis
- Assessment and Management of HIV
- Assessment and Management of opportunistic HIV
- System specific HIV – Associated conditions
- HIV-Associated Conditions and Malignancies
- Public Health and Sexual Health Services
- Gynaecology for Genito-Urinary Medicine
- BASHH STI Foundation (STIF) Pathway
Access 24/7
The Sexual Health and HIV course is delivered entirely online, giving you the flexibility to learn at home, in the workplace or on the move. Each session is short and practical, allowing you to build knowledge around a busy clinical schedule without losing momentum.
With modules covering HIV, bacterial and viral sexually transmitted infections, safeguarding, public health and specialist sexual health topics, you can dip in and out whenever you need a refresher or want clear guidance on managing common clinical scenarios. This makes the programme ideal for developing confidence in sexual health practice and supporting safe, evidence-based patient care, even when time is limited.
Once you’ve completed the course or individual modules, you can track your progress through the platform as a record of learning. The programme also includes the BASHH STI Foundation pathway, supporting competency-based development and professional growth.
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FAQs
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Reviews & Testimonials
Comparing the cost of sexual health and HIV training
Traditional sexual health training often requires attendance at multiple study days and specialist courses. This online programme provides access to a comprehensive library of sexual health and HIV content through a single subscription, making professional development more flexible, accessible and cost-effective.
How to get started
Simply enrol through the eIntegrity platform to begin accessing the Sexual Health and HIV modules. Work through the content at your own pace and revisit sessions whenever needed to support clinical practice, competency development and ongoing professional learning.
Who is this programme suitable for?
This course is designed for a wide range of professionals working in sexual health, HIV and related services, including:
- General practitioners
- Nurses
- Pharmacists
- Health advisors
- Genito-urinary medicine clinicians
- Sexual health specialists
The programme supports anyone looking to strengthen their knowledge of sexual health, sexually transmitted infections and HIV care. Whether you are new to the specialty or refreshing your knowledge, the course provides practical, evidence-based learning that supports safe, effective and patient-centred care.
