Jun 30, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024

HLTH 2050 - Preventing HIV and STIs


Examines the signs and symptoms, methods of transmission, treatment, and prevention of HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Emphasis on education as a means to reduce the risks of infection.

Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will describe the epidemiology of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the United States.
  • Students will explain modes of transmission for HIV and STIs.
  • Students will identify strategies to prevent HIV and STI transmission.


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