Disease Intervention
We train the disease intervention workforce to support individuals with communicable infections and those that may be at risk of infection.
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 specialists (DIS) 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 DIS to effectively serve the community. In addition to HIV/STI training, we led national training efforts to address COVID-19. Additionally, we provide training for DIS 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 DISs.
