This unit standard specifies the competencies required to demonstrate basic awareness of HIV and AIDS. It includes: 

  1. The nature of HIV and AIDS
  2. Transmission and ways of minimizing infection
  3. Ways of ‘positive living’ with HIV and AIDS
  4. ARV treatment
  5. Workplace issues related to HIV and AIDS
  6. The impact of HIV and AIDS on the workplace, society and the national economy.

This unit standard is intended for people requiring basic awareness on HIV and AIDS.