Anti-Retroviral Treatment and Access to Medication (ARTAS) is an individual-level, multi-session, time-limited intervention with the goal of linking recently diagnosed persons with HIV to medical care soon after receiving their respective test result. ARTAS is based on the Strengths-based Case Management (SBCM) model, which is rooted in Social Cognitive Theory, particularly self-efficacy and Humanistic Psychology. SBCM is a model that encourages the client to identify and use personal strengths; create goals for himself/herself; and establish an effective, working relationship with the Linkage Coordinator (LC).

Course Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to do the following:

• Summarize the ARTAS strategy
• Summarize the key components of the client sessions
• Demonstrate skills necessary to complete the client session
• Conduct a strengths assessment
• Prepare a client for transition, regardless if linked to care or not
• Debrief after a medical appointment

Target Audience

This training is intended for individuals who will be responsible for conducting the ARTAS sessions with clients, (i.e., Linkage Coordinator). Linkage Coordinators should have experience providing case management or social services. Ideally, participants should include experienced case managers, social workers, an d/or HIV test counselors.