Tuberculosis (TB) Management and Control Course

The Tuberculosis (TB) Management and Control Course equips participants with essential knowledge and skills to prevent, diagnose, treat, and manage TB effectively. This course covers key areas such as TB epidemiology, infection control, diagnostic techniques, treatment protocols, drug-resistant TB, and patient-centered care, following international health guidelines. Participants will engage in hands-on training to enhance their competency in clinical and public health settings.

Course Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

Understand the epidemiology, transmission, and risk factors of TB.
Identify symptoms and perform diagnostic procedures for TB detection.
Implement appropriate TB treatment regimens, including drug-resistant TB management.
Apply infection prevention and control measures in healthcare and community settings.
Monitor and manage TB patients to ensure treatment adherence and minimize complications.
Understand ethical and legal considerations in TB control programs.
Develop effective public health strategies for TB prevention and control.

Course Modules

Introduction to Tuberculosis – Overview, global impact, and ethical considerations.
Epidemiology and Transmission – TB risk factors, spread, and public health impact.
TB Diagnosis and Screening – Diagnostic methods, including microscopy, GeneXpert, and culture tests.
TB Treatment and Drug Resistance – Standard treatment regimens, MDR-TB, and XDR-TB management.
Infection Control and Prevention – Strategies for minimizing TB transmission in healthcare and community settings.
Patient-Centered Care and Treatment Adherence – Counseling, adherence support, and social determinants of TB.
TB in Special Populations – Managing TB in HIV co-infected patients, children, and pregnant women.
Monitoring and Surveillance – Data collection, reporting, and program evaluation.
Field and Practical Training – Hands-on sessions in healthcare facilities and community settings.

Target Audience

Healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, clinical officers, and paramedics)
Public health officers and disease surveillance teams
Laboratory technicians and microbiologists
Community health workers and outreach personnel
Medical students and researchers in infectious diseases

Key Users of TB Management Skills in Kenya

Hospitals and healthcare facilities
Public health institutions and TB control programs
Diagnostic laboratories and research centers
Community health organizations and NGOs
Educational institutions (medical colleges and universities)

General Information

Customized Training Options

Tailored Courses: Training is customized to meet specific needs.
Language Proficiency: Strong command of English required.
Comprehensive Learning: Includes interactive presentations, hands-on exercises, web tutorials, and expert-led discussions.
Certification: Participants receive a recognized certificate upon successful completion.
Flexible Training Locations: Conducted at StepSure Training & Research Institute (STRI) centers, in-house, or online.
Adjustable Course Duration: Course structure and duration are tailored to participant needs.

Training Package Includes:

✔ Expert facilitation and high-quality training materials
✔ Refreshments (coffee breaks and lunch)
✔ Certification upon successful course completion

Additional Services: