1. Identify barriers and limitations that first responders encounter when providing care and support for persons with HIV and substance use disorder who reside in rural communities. 
2. Discuss the prevalence, risk factors, and specific issues related to HIV and substance use in rural areas, including the impact of social determinants of health. 
3. Identify strategies to address barriers and gaps in services and resources, including telehealth, mobile clinics, and community-based initiatives. 

Participants will receive a certificate of attendance upon completion of the post-training evaluation. 

 

ACCREDITATION

In order to receive a certificate of attendance or continuing education credit, all required evaluations must be completed within three days of the training and EMS certification number MUST be provided.

EMS ConED: The MidAtlantic AIDS Education and Training Center is approved as a provider of emergency medical services continuing educational development. This event is eligible for 1.0 credit hours.

In order to receive EMS credits, you will need to complete this evaluation within 72 hours of the completion of this training and must provide your certification number.

Certificate of Attendance: With completion of the required evaluations, participants can receive a certificate of attendance from the MAAETC.

Continuing Education credits issued for participation in CE activity may not apply toward license renewal in all states.  It is the responsibility of each participant to verify the requirements of their state licensing board(s). Certificates will be emailed out 3-6 weeks after the evaluation period has closed.

The MidAtlantic AIDS Education and Training Center (MAAETC) is grant-funded by DHHS, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), with an award of $3,561,880 and 0% financing from non-governmental sources. Additional funding provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Health (PA DOH), Bureau of Communicable Diseases, Division of HIV Disease. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Any trade names for products mentioned are for training and identification purposes only. The contents of this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Funding was made possible in part by TR7HA53201-01-00 from the HRSA, HIV/AIDS Bureau, and the PA DOH. For more information, please visit HRSA.gov.