<p> Tuberculin Skin Test Train-the-Trainer A ONE-DAY SKILL BUILDING COURSE • 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. January 12, 2016 WESTERN HEALTH CENTER (JEFFERSON CHD SATELLITE CLINIC)  MIDFIELD, ALABAMA</p><p>Target Audience The course is designed for nurses who are proficient in administering and reading the tuberculin skin test and are responsible for training others in tuberculin skin testing. This course is not intended for those learning how to perform TSTs.</p><p>Course Overview This one-day skill-building course provides the knowledge needed to plan, teach, and evaluate a Mantoux Tuberculin Skin Test (TST) course. The course content includes skills for planning and conducting a TST training including adult learning principles and teaching strategies. The curriculum is provided through lecture and participatory activities, including practicum in TST administration and reading and instructional skills demonstration. Each participant must demonstrate proficiency in delivering course content plus administering and reading the TST. Participants will receive feedback from experienced trainers as they practice their skills. Topics include: Adult learning principles for instructors Tips and tools to plan and conduct a successful tuberculin skin test training Tuberculin skin test course curriculum review and demonstration</p><p>Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to: Demonstrate the principles of adult learning through teaching the skill of tuberculin skin testing. Discuss the logistics of planning and conducting a TST training. Select and utilize appropriate training resources. Demonstrate instructional skills during a trainer/learner simulation.</p><p>Requirements Participants must have a basic knowledge of tuberculosis and TST concepts including experience in administering, reading, and interpreting Mantoux tuberculin skin tests. A pre- and post-test is required. Enrollment is limited to 25. The course is free, but pre-registration is required. Registration is available online at http://sntc.medicine.ufl.edu/training.aspx </p><p>Continuing Education The Curry International Tuberculosis Center/UCSF is approved as a provider of continuing education by the California State Board of Registered Nurses, Provider Number CEP 12308. This conference is approved for up to 7.0 continuing education contact hours.</p><p>Questions? Contact Kristin Berryman at the Alabama State TB Office by email at [email protected] or call 256- 765-7542 (Office) or 256-206-0986 (Cell). Or contact Ellen Murray at SNTC at [email protected] or 352- 273-7682 (toll-free at 888-265-7682).</p><p>SOUTHEASTERN NATIONAL TUBERCULOSIS CENTER (SNTC) • HTTP://SNTC.MEDICINE.UFL.EDU</p>