Disease Intervention

We train the disease intervention workforce to support individuals with communicable infections and those that may be at risk of infection.

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Disease Intervention Training Center (DITC) 

Since 1995, CAPTC’s Disease Intervention Training Center (DITC) has been funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to train the nation’s disease intervention workforce. Disease intervention professionals (DIP) support people with communicable infections and those who may be at risk of infection. This includes contact tracing, case investigation, partner services, and emergency response.

We create innovative curricula and online training modules on all skill sets necessary for DIP to effectively serve the community. Our CAPTC team provides capacity building around disease intervention focused on HIV/STIs as part of the National Network of Disease Intervention Training Centers (NNDITC). In addition to HIV/STI training, we led national training efforts to address COVID-19. Additionally, we provide training for DIP around various communicable infections from tuberculosis to mpox.

Our staff has decades of experience as contact tracers and outreach workers in STI/HIV disease intervention services. We provide knowledge, tools, and techniques suitable for both beginners and seasoned professionals to excel as a DIPs.

High Impact Prevention with CAI

CAPTC partners with Cicatelli Associates Inc. (CAI) to deliver High Impact Prevention (HIP) strategies training throughout the country. Funded by the CDC, HIP strategies are a set of evidence-based interventions and approaches for preventing HIV transmission and reducing the burden of HIV/AIDS. HIP strategies include an effective combination of biomedical, behavioral, and structural interventions.

Called upon for our experience and expertise, we deliver high-quality training to build capacity and to support the implementation of HIP strategies. CAPTC staff facilitate evidence-based interventions and public health strategy sessions with health jurisdictions across the country.

Learning Resources

Enjoy this selection of trainings from CDC Train. You can also check out these and other online learning opportunities from the rest of the CAPTC’s programs on our Online Learning page

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Self-Disclosure
Many clients in prevention and care settings would like to tell others of their status regarding HIV/STI or other health conditions

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Introduction to Public Health Detailing
CDC Train’s Introduction to Public Health Detailing course educates and informs DIS on how to perform comprehensive, high-quality public health detailing to medical and healthcare professionals.

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Introduction to Telephone Interviewing for DIS
CDC Train’s Introduction to Telephone Interviewing for DIS course will introduce partner services providers (i.e., DIS) to the basic principles and best practices for conducting telephone interviews

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Introduction to Trauma Informed Care for DIS
CDC Train’s Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care for DIS course is designed to introduce Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS) to the principles and strategies of trauma-informed care, so they are equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to support clients who have experienced trauma.

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Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity
CDC Train’s Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to provide inclusive and affirming services to your patients.

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Partner Services
CDC Train’s Passport to Partner Services online modules are for providers who conduct all aspects of Partner Services (PS), and they are designed for PS professionals of all experience levels.

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Integrating PrEP into Partner Services
CDC Train’s Integrating PrEP into Partner Services course is designed to give Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS) the tools they need to offer HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to their clients by reviewing what PrEP is, how it differs from post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) and how to assess whether a patient is eligible.

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Introduction to Field Safety for DIS
CDC Train’s Introduction to Field Safety for DIS module will introduce partner services providers (i.e., DIS) to the basic principles and best practices for safely conducting field visits.