The Certificate in HIV and Family Education course offered by the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University is an intensive program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of HIV/AIDS and its impact on families. The course covers a range of topics, including HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and support; HIV/AIDS stigma and discrimination; HIV/AIDS and family dynamics; HIV/AIDS and reproductive health; HIV/AIDS and mental health; and HIV/AIDS and social justice. The course also provides students with an opportunity to develop skills in communication, counseling, and advocacy.

The course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to work with HIV/AIDS-affected families and individuals. The course includes lectures, seminars, and practical activities to help students understand the complexities of HIV/AIDS and its impact on families. Students will also learn how to provide support and resources to HIV/AIDS-affected families and individuals. The course also provides students with the opportunity to develop skills in communication, counseling, and advocacy.

The course is designed to be completed in one year and is open to all students who have completed their undergraduate degree. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a Certificate in HIV and Family Education. This certificate will provide students with the knowledge and skills to work with HIV/AIDS-affected families and individuals. The certificate will also serve as a valuable credential for those interested in pursuing a career in HIV/AIDS-related fields.

Course	Duration	Fee	Mode of Study	University Type
Certificate in HIV and Family Education	1 year	INR 10,000	Online	State University

Semester	Subject	Topics Covered
1st Semester	Introduction to HIV and AIDS	Epidemiology, Transmission and Prevention, HIV Testing, HIV and AIDS Stigma, HIV Counselling and Care
2nd Semester	Family Education	Family Dynamics, Parenting Skills, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Gender Sensitization, Life Skills, Sexuality Education
3rd Semester	HIV and Family Education in Practice	Program Planning and Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation, Advocacy and Networking, Documentation and Reporting

The important topics covered in the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University Certificate in HIV and Family Education course include:

1. HIV/AIDS: Overview, Transmission, Prevention and Treatment
2. HIV/AIDS and Human Rights
3. HIV/AIDS and Gender
4. HIV/AIDS and Stigma
5. HIV/AIDS and Mental Health
6. HIV/AIDS and Sexuality
7. HIV/AIDS and Reproductive Health
8. HIV/AIDS and Drug Use
9. HIV/AIDS and Nutrition
10. HIV/AIDS and Caregiving
11. HIV/AIDS and the Family
12. HIV/AIDS and the Community
13. HIV/AIDS and the Workplace
14. HIV/AIDS and the Media
15. HIV/AIDS and the Law
16. HIV/AIDS and the Health Care System
17. HIV/AIDS and the Global Context