Understand and deal with HIV/AIDS
Equip your team with the knowledge to manage HIV/AIDS in the workplace legally, sensitively, and confidently — in full compliance with South African workplace policy.
DESCRIPTION
Unit Standard (SAQA Reg. No 12463)
This course forms part of a structured learning progression within a recognised series of programmes focused on life skills, values, and knowledge for professionals in the manufacturing and engineering sectors. Qualifying learners develop a thorough understanding of HIV/AIDS and its impact on their personal lives and the workplace, and gain the practical ability to apply relevant national, industry, and company policies and procedures for managing HIV/AIDS in a professional environment.Successful candidates credited with this unit standard are able to:
- An understanding of HIV/AIDS issues affecting employees personally and in the workplace is demonstrated.
- Identify behaviours that may create a risk of HIV transmission
- Explain the rights and responsibilities of employees in the workplace with regard to HIV/AIDS
- Identify and apply relevant policies and procedures for dealing with HIV/AIDS in the workplace
COURSE DURATION: 1 day
NQF LEVEL: 2
CREDITS: 3
Quality Assured Partner: Construction Education And Training Authority
Description
| The skills, values and knowledge reflected in this course are required by people in the field of manufacturing and engineering. The learning outcomes in this course also contribute to the exit level outcomes required for various manufacturing and engineering qualifications. Qualifying learners can demonstrate an understanding of HIV/AIDS issues affecting them personally and in the workplace. They are able to apply relevant national, industry and company policies and procedures for dealing with HIV/AIDS in the workplace. The area of focus of this course will be; |
Understanding HIV/AIDS in the Workplace
This module builds a solid foundation of HIV/AIDS knowledge relevant to the South African workplace. Learners explore what HIV and AIDS are, how the virus is transmitted through body fluids, and how the global and local HIV/AIDS crisis affects employees personally and professionally. Topics include stigma and discrimination, gender and socio-cultural factors, and the legislative and policy framework governing HIV/AIDS in the workplace — including ILO guidelines, the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, and CETA sector requirements. By the end of this module, learners can confidently demonstrate an understanding of HIV/AIDS issues affecting employees personally and in the workplace.
Identifying HIV Transmission Risks and Behaviours
This module focuses on the behaviours and contexts that create a risk of HIV transmission. Learners examine major behavioural risk factors, the social and environmental contexts that influence those risks, and practical means of identifying and reducing exposure in a workplace setting. Emphasis is placed on non-discrimination, first aid protocols, handling of body fluids, sharps management, and creating a safe and supportive work environment. Learners leave equipped to identify behaviours that may create a risk of HIV transmission and take appropriate preventive action.
Rights, Responsibilities, and Workplace HIV/AIDS Policy
This module covers the legal and procedural obligations of both employers and employees under South African HIV/AIDS workplace policy. Learners study voluntary counselling and testing, confidentiality and disclosure, grievance and disciplinary procedures, wellness programmes, and employee benefit schemes. Practical guidance is given on supporting HIV-positive colleagues, managing accommodation and leave, and implementing a compliant workplace HIV/AIDS programme. Learners graduate able to explain employee rights and responsibilities and to identify and apply relevant national, industry, and company policies and procedures for dealing with HIV/AIDS in the workplace.
.Entry Level Requirements Into This Programme?
- Certified copy of your ID document
- School certificate Grade 10 or Skills certificate equivalent NQF Level 2
Learning Assumed To Be In Place And Recognition Of Prior Learning:
- Communication at NQF Level 2.
- Mathematical literacy at NQF Level 2
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for anyone in the manufacturing, construction, or engineering sectors who works with or manages people. It is particularly suited to HR professionals, supervisors, administrators, shop stewards, and health and safety committee members who need to understand and manage HIV/AIDS in the workplace. Any employee or manager wanting to meet their legal obligations under South African workplace health policy will benefit.
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