AAHIVE (AAHIVM) - HIV Expert

HIV Expert Certification is designed for healthcare professionals who specialize in the treatment and management of patients with HIV/AIDS. This certification demonstrates advanced knowledge and clinical expertise in HIV care, including diagnosis, treatment regimens, patient management, and awareness of ongoing research in the field.

Completion Time: The exam has no time limit.

Cost: American Academy of HIV Medicine members: $280 for online exam or $380 for paper exam; Non-members: $350 for online exam or $450 for paper exam

Eligibility and Certification Requirements

• A professional degree in a healthcare field (such as MD, DO, PA, NP, PharmD, or RN).

• Clinical experience in the care and treatment of HIV/AIDS patients.

• Completion of continuing education credits in HIV/AIDS, if required.

• Passing a certification examination, if offered by the certifying organization.

Exam Format

The Certified HIV Expert exam is untimed, open-book and unproctored.

The HIV Expert exam includes 125 multiple-choice questions covering HIV/AIDS treatment protocols, clinical management, pharmacology, co-morbidities, and ethical/legal issues.

Identify and complete any prerequisite training or education in HIV/AIDS care.

Apply for certification through a recognized organization like the American Academy of HIV Medicine.

Meet the eligibility criteria and pass any required certification examination.

Results are processed collectively in a single scoring session and sent to candidates via email six weeks after the testing window closes.

HIV Expert Certification typically requires renewal every 3 years.

Renewal usually involves completing continuing education in HIV/AIDS care and treatment and paying a recertification fee.

Continuing education for HIV Experts may include recent advancements in HIV treatment, emerging research in the field, updates on pharmacological therapies, and best practices in patient-centered HIV care.

For specific information regarding HIV Expert Certification, including eligibility criteria, examination details, approved educational programs, and renewal processes, it is recommended to consult directly with relevant professional organizations like the American Academy of HIV Medicine (AAHIVM). These organizations provide resources, guidelines, and certification standards for healthcare professionals specializing in HIV/AIDS care.

Career Opportunities

Certified HIV Experts work in hospitals, clinics, community health centers, and specialized HIV/AIDS treatment centers.

They provide comprehensive care to HIV/AIDS patients, engage in community education, and may participate in clinical research.

The AAHIVM also offers the following certifications:

• HIV Pharmacist (AAHIVP)

• HIV Specialist (AAHIVS)