Welcome to the Training & Capacity Building page of Louisiana’s STI/HIV/Hepatitis Program.
We offer the following trainings listed below. Click the training link to learn more.
Counseling and Testing Training
Clinical Training for Rapid Testing
U=U Training
Introduction to CT Training:
HIV Prevention Counseling and Rapid Testing is a three-day, in-person training from 9a-4p each day based on models developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for administering rapid tests and risk reduction counseling to clients. These skills empower clients to assess their readiness for results and their own risk behaviors, and to develop a realistic and incremental plan for behavior change.
Intended audience: All staff (including medical personnel) and volunteers of community-based organizations who currently implement or plan to implement rapid HIV testing at their facility.
Steps toward certification as an HIV Prevention Counselor:
On the last day of training you will take a written test on the training’s content. Once the written test is passed you must be observed conducting a counseling session and administering an HIV rapid test in order to complete your certification. Contact the SHHP Regional Coordinator for your area to schedule an observation once you have passed the test.
NOTE: If you fail either the written test or the counselor observation twice, you must repeat the certification process starting with this training.
Questions? Email Chivas.Michael@la.gov
INSTRUCTIONS TO REGISTER ꜜ
Please select a date from the menu below and follow the link to the registration form. The form must be filled completely to be submitted and accepted. If you receive a message that the training you are attempting to register for is full/closed you must select another date for training. A receipt email with your responses will be sent to you once you have successfully submitted your registration. Please add this training to your calendar and keep a record of the date you have selected.
NOTE: An email with details including the exact location, parking information, etc. will go out ONE WEEK PRIOR to the training. Dates and city are subject to change.
2026 CT Training Dates:
CTR Dates and Links
Jan 21-23, 2026 (New Orleans)
March 10-12, 2026 (Baton Rouge)
May 27-29, 2026 (Lafayette)
July 27-29, 2026 (Virtual)
Sept. 22-24, 2026 (Baton Rouge)
November 16-18, 2026 (New Orleans)
Clinical Training for Rapid Testing
Clinical Training for Rapid Testing is a 5-hour virtual training (from 9a-11a, lunch break 11a-12noon, then continuing from 12noon-2pm) for licensed/certified medical professionals only (MD, RN, LPN, MA, CNA, Phlebotomist, etc). This training will cover the basics of rapid testing for HIV, HCV, and syphilis and is a condensed version of the CT Training (listed above). The trainings are generally on the first Friday and third Thursday of each month, but there are exceptions. Please check the dates/day and keep a record of the day for which you register. Participants must be present, with their cameras on for the entire training. We will cover all rapid testing technologies used at contracted agencies.
INSTRUCTIONS TO REGISTER ꜜ
Please select a date from the menu below and follow the link to the registration form. The form must be filled completely to be submitted and accepted. If you receive a message that the training you are attempting to register for is full/closed you must select another date for training. A receipt email with your responses will be sent to you once you have successfully submitted your registration. Please add this training to your calendar and keep a record of the date you have selected.
NOTE: An email with details and a link to join the training will go out ONE WEEK PRIOR to the training. Dates may be subject to change.
Introduction to U=U Training
SHHP is pleased to provide a 2-hour virtual ‘U=U’ training for individuals who would like to learn about the Undetectable=Untransmittable science, the grassroots movement, and its importance for those living with HIV. People living with HIV who have an undetectable viral load for at least 6 months and take their medicine as prescribed CANNOT pass HIV on to sexual partners. The U=U movement is critical to reduce stigma in our communities and highlight hope. We hope that you can join us. Send any questions to: Chivas.Michael@la.gov