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Options for VCT service delivery. Stand-alone models Integrated models Mobile or outreach models NGO models Private sector models Public sector / NGO partnership models. VCT is part of a process:. Community awareness Pre-test counseling HIV testing Post-test counseling
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Options for VCT service delivery • Stand-alone models • Integrated models • Mobile or outreach models • NGO models • Private sector models • Public sector / NGO partnership models
VCT is part of a process: Community awareness Pre-test counseling HIV testing Post-test counseling Follow-up counseling Referral to appropriate support services
Setting up a VCT service • Buy-in from stakeholders • Education of community • Acceptance by community • Appropriate venue • Appropriate management systems • Assured confidentiality • Appropriate protocols
Setting up a VCT service • Reliable supply of tests • Staff capacity to do tests • Staff capacity to counsel • Support for counselors • Links with support services • Means of monitoring quality • Resources for sustainability