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Issues in AIDS training for substance abuse workers.

R S Ashery1

  • 1Alcohol, Drug Abuse, Mental Health Administration, National Institute on Drug Abuse, Rockville, Maryland 20857.

Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment
|January 1, 1992
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Drug treatment professionals require specialized training for acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) due to evolving roles. Developing comprehensive AIDS training programs involves five key steps for effective implementation and evaluation.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Substance Abuse Treatment

Background:

  • The role of drug treatment professionals has expanded, necessitating specialized knowledge regarding acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS).
  • The initial response from the treatment community did not fully anticipate the training requirements for addressing AIDS.
  • There is a current need for systematic and comprehensive training programs focused on AIDS within drug treatment settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline a structured approach for developing and implementing effective AIDS training programs for drug treatment personnel.
  • To address the gap in specialized training for professionals working with clients affected by AIDS.
  • To provide a framework for enhancing the capacity of the drug treatment community to manage AIDS-related issues.

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Main Methods:

  • The article details a five-step process for creating and executing AIDS training initiatives.
  • Step 1: Assessment and information gathering to identify specific training needs.
  • Steps include curriculum development, instructor training, program delivery, and rigorous evaluation.

Main Results:

  • A systematic, five-step model is proposed for developing and implementing AIDS training.
  • This framework guides the creation of targeted curricula and effective training delivery.
  • The process emphasizes continuous improvement through evaluation.

Conclusions:

  • Comprehensive and systematic AIDS training is crucial for drug treatment workers.
  • The outlined five-step program development process provides a practical guide for the field.
  • Effective training will enhance the ability of drug treatment programs to support individuals with AIDS.