Trainings

Please note that applicants will be informed of their registration status within 1 week following the application deadline. In order to ensure a diverse group of participants from the target audience within the western region, all applications are reviewed once the registration period closes and priority is not given to early applications.

For questions, please email us at CurryTBCenter@ucsf.edu. 

All of our trainings are free of charge.

CITC Core Trainings: The Curry Center offers Core Trainings for healthcare and public health professionals involved in TB prevention and care, including hybrid and in-person courses on case management, contact investigation, latent TB infection (LTBI), clinical care, and program management. Visit our Core Trainings page to learn more.

Level 1: TB Basics, Contact Investigation, and Latent TB Infection

10-Week Hybrid Course (Online Self-Paced Modules + Live Interactive Session)

The Curry International Tuberculosis Center (CITC) has updated its Tuberculosis Case Management and Contact Investigation Intensive (TB CMCI) by shifting from a series of live virtual trainings to a hybrid format. This includes five online self-paced modules, and one live interactive session. This online, asynchronous training for nurses and public health/disease control investigators can be accessed, started, and revisited at any time during the 10-week course term.

Level 2: TB Case Management

June 8-August 14, 2026  (registration closed; opens June 8)

10-Week Hybrid Course (Online Self-Paced Modules + Live Interactive Session)

New! The Curry International Tuberculosis Center (CITC) has updated its Tuberculosis Case Management and Contact Investigation Intensive (TB CMCI) by shifting from a series of live virtual trainings to a hybrid format. This includes six online self-paced modules, and one live interactive session. This online, asynchronous training for TB case managers caring for persons with TB disease can be accessed, started, and revisited at any time during the 10-week course term.
 

Demystifying Latent Tuberculosis Infection and Treatment for the Primary Care Provider

Webinar Recording Available: January 1-June 30, 2026

[webinar]

This recorded webinar with 0.75 continuing education credit available for on-demand viewing is intended for primary care providers who diagnosis and treat persons with latent tuberculosis in Nevada. This webinar reviews the epidemiology of tuberculosis in Nevada, the risk factors for LTBI and a risk assessment tool, and provides treatment and management strategies to assist in the primary care practice setting.

(Application is open.)

Session 3: Advanced Topics for TB Epidemiologists: Data Analysis and Cohort Review

May 27, 2026

[virtual training]

The 3-session Training Series for TB Epidemiologists is jointly provided by the Curry International Tuberculosis Center and the Rutgers Global Tuberculosis Institute in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Session 3 will cover some nuances of surveillance data analysis within TB epidemiology and will demonstrate how cohort reviews can be used as a tool for program evaluation, training, and education. This advanced training is intended as a professional development opportunity for experienced TB epidemiologists.  

(Application is open.)

2026 HIV/STI/LTBI Clinical Update

June 5, 2026

Scottsdale, Arizona [off-site, in-person training]

This training is intended for Arizona-based healthcare clinicians (MDs, DOs, PAs, NPs, and RNs). Due to limited space, priority will be given to clinical healthcare providers practicing within the region. Please note: application is available via AETC partner website. 

(Application is open.)

Tuberculosis Nursing Workshop - Seattle

July 14, 2026

Seattle, Washington [in-person training]

This training is intended for nurses, communicable disease investigators, and other licensed medical care providers who work with patients with TB.  

(Application is closed.)

Focus on LTBI - Seattle

July 15, 2026

Seattle, Washington [in-person training]

This training is intended as an introductory training covering the basics of latent TB infection (LTBI) diagnosis and treatment for physicians, nurses, and other licensed medical care providers who manage patients at risk for TB. Interpretation of IGRAs (vs. tuberculosis skin test) and treatment regimen choices are discussed and there is an opportunity to apply this information in case discussions.

(Application is closed.)

Tuberculosis Clinical Intensive - Seattle

July 16-17, 2026

Seattle, Washington [in-person training]

This training is intended as an advanced training for physicians and clinical care providers who diagnose and/or treat patients with active tuberculosis. The training provides an overview of laboratory diagnostics, medical management, care of the pediatric patients, radiology, and management of drug-resistance and other advanced topics for the care of patients with tuberculosis. 

(Application is closed.)

Focus on LTBI - Oakland

October 12, 2026

Oakland, California [in-person training]

This training is intended as an introductory training covering the basics of latent TB infection (LTBI) diagnosis and treatment for physicians, nurses, and other licensed medical care providers who manage patients at risk for TB. Interpretation of IGRAs (vs. tuberculosis skin test) and treatment regimen choices are discussed and there is an opportunity to apply this information in case discussions.

(Application is currently unavailable.)

Tuberculosis Clinical Intensive - Oakland

October 13 - 15, 2026

Oakland, California [in-person training]

This training is intended as an advanced training for physicians and clinical care providers who diagnose and/or treat patients with active tuberculosis. The training provides an overview of laboratory diagnostics, medical management, care of the pediatric patients, radiology, and management of drug-resistance and other advanced topics for the care of patients with tuberculosis. 

(Application is currently unavailable.)

2026 Pacific Islands Tuberculosis Controllers Association (PITCA) Conference

September 10-14, 2026

Tumon, Guam [in-person training]

This five-day educational conference will provide training and networking opportunities for TB professionals in the Pacific Islands region. The conference is comprised of plenary sessions and breakout sessions with tracks for clinicians, nurses, outreach workers, laboratorians, and program managers.

(Application is currently unavailable.)

Completed 2026 Trainings

Workup and Treatment of Latent TB Infection and Active TB Disease

January 7, 2026

Modesto, California [in-person training]

The training is intended for primary care providers, acute care providers, infectious disease providers, infection preventionists (acute care), ED providers, and civil surgeons. This training is hosted in collaboration with Stanislaus County Health Services Agency. This training is intended for public health and clinical staff serving Stanislaus County. Registration is limited to individuals who work within Stanislaus County or who provide TB-related services to the Stanislaus community. Thank you for understanding.

Fundamentals of Medical & Case Management of Drug-Susceptible TB

January 14, 2026

[virtual training]  TB Case Management and Contact Investigation Intensive (CMCI)

This training is part of the Curry Center’s TB Case Management and Contact Investigation Intensive (CMCI) core training, which is designed for tuberculosis case managers and public health nurses who deliver case management services to patients with active or latent TB within the public health setting.

This is an entry-level training for nurses/case managers who are within their first year or two of providing TB case management for patients with active tuberculosis. This training will cover the fundamentals of medical and case management of patients with drug-susceptible tuberculosis. Participants will also apply what they learn to case scenarios to reinforce the concepts.

The Evolving Landscape of Laboratory Testing for Tuberculosis 

February 12, 2026

[webinar]

This training will provide an overview of exciting diagnostic test options for TB, both new and on the horizon. The training will also discuss future needs and challenges regarding TB diagnostics.

Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI): Opportunities for Preventing TB

February 12, 2026

[virtual training] 

This training is intended for California nurses and other public health professionals looking to learn about testing and treating for LTBI. Please note: the application link will send you to the Zoom registration page setup by CDPH - TB Free CA.

Achieving Treatment Completion for Drug-Susceptible TB

March 11, 2026

[virtual training]  TB Case Management and Contact Investigation Intensive (CMCI)

This training is part of the Curry Center’s TB Case Management and Contact Investigation Intensive (CMCI) core training, which is designed for tuberculosis case managers and public health nurses who deliver case management services to patients with active or latent TB within the public health setting.

This is an entry-level training for nurses/case managers who are within their first year or two of providing TB case management for patients with active tuberculosis. This training will cover the fundamentals of how to determine whether adequate treatment completion has been achieved for drug-susceptible pulmonary TB, and strategies for addressing potential barriers to treatment adherence. Participants will also apply what they learn in large group activities to reinforce the concepts.

UCSF-SFDPH World TB Day Symposium

March 24, 2026

San Francisco, California [in-person or virtual participation]

This event is intended for all members of the tuberculosis community including healthcare professionals, researchers and advocates.

Taking Side Effects Seriously | Nausea & Vomiting

March 30, 2026

[webinar]

Taking side effects seriously - an interactive and evidence-based webinar series will highlight various TB treatment-associated adverse effects and provide management strategies to effectively reduce barriers to treatment completion and support both patients and clinicians. This first session will cover the risks, impacts, and management of TB treatment-associated nausea and vomiting. Data and expertise from other medical fields, including cancer chemotherapy and post-operative care, will be included to provide insights into how to improve care for patients with TB. This training is intended for physicians, nurses, and other licensed medical and public health professionals who provide care to patients in treatment for LTBI and active TB. 

What Civil Surgeons Need to Know about TB and the Immigration Medical Exam

May 06, 2026

[virtual training]

This training is intended for civil surgeons, and their medical staff who complete medical examinations of applicants seeking to adjust their immigration status in the United States. Staff involved in latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) reporting, health education, and linkage to care, may also benefit from this training.

Session 1: Core Concepts of TB Epidemiology for Public Health Practice

May 13, 2026

[virtual training]

The 3-session Training Series for TB Epidemiologists is jointly provided by the Curry International Tuberculosis Center and the Rutgers Global Tuberculosis Institute in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Session 1 will provide an introduction to the practice of TB Epidemiology for new TB epidemiologists. The training will introduce key concepts, terms, and resources TB epidemiologists use in their daily work. An overview of the National Tuberculosis Indicators Project (NTIP) will be covered, connecting the TB epidemiologist’s role to NTIP and demonstrating the critical role TB epidemiologists play in the broader TB program. This introductory training is designed for entry-level and intermediate TB epidemiologists, as well as experienced public health epidemiologists who are new to the TB field, seeking to build their knowledge and strengthen their skills in TB epidemiology. 

Session 2: Data Flow, Reconciliation, and Quality Assurance for TB Epidemiologists

May 20, 2026

[virtual training]

The 3-session Training Series for TB Epidemiologists is jointly provided by the Curry International Tuberculosis Center and the Rutgers Global Tuberculosis Institute in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Session 2 will provide an overview of TB surveillance data flows, data types, timelines, and quality assurance to illustrate the various methods by which TB data is collected, processed, and sent to the CDC. Approaches to common challenges will be discussed by select jurisdictions. This introductory training is designed for entry-level and intermediate TB epidemiologists, as well as experienced public health epidemiologists who are new to the TB field, seeking to build their knowledge and strengthen their skills in TB epidemiology.