HIV Testing Services (HTS) Program Offered at Kenya Association of Professional Counsellors

Certificate Fulltime Fee: on application Intake: Ongoing

Certificate (Accredited by: Kenya Association of Professional Counsellors)

About HIV Testing Services (HTS) Certificate program.

Certificate in HIV Testing Services (HTS) is a short course which aims at preparing participants to provide comprehensive HIV testing services, define target populations who may particularly benefit from HIV testing as well as strengthen linkage to care, treatment, and other post-test services.

The training targets health workers or anyone interested in working in HIV/AIDS programs and possess any Diploma qualification. It takes three weeks to complete training, two of which are for theory and one for field practicals.

A National AIDS and STD Control Programme (NASCOP) accredited curriculum programme.

Participants who successfully satisfy the course objectives are awarded the National AIDS/STI. Control Programme (NASCOP) HTC certificates.

Entry requirements for HIV Testing Services (HTS)

  • Minimum KCSE C-
  • At least a certificate in counselling.
  • Interest to learn and understand counselling in relation to HTS
  • Work experience in the area of HIV/aids
  • Counselling work experience is an added advantage

About Kenya Association of Professional Counsellors

Kenya Association of Professional Counsellors (KAPC) is a registered Non-governmental organization. It was registered in 1990 and has 3 major functions:

  • Membership association
  • Counselling services
  • Academic training courses

Membership Association

KAPC invites people with an active interest in counselling to join. Members benefit from a range of activities and ... read more