Organization and planning for the creation of the HIV testing and counselling center

Objectives: To analyze the process of creating the HIV Testing and Counselling Center in the municipality of Nova Iguacu, in the state of Rio de Janeiro. Methods: qualitative research, with a historical approach. The direct sources consisted of written documents and 11 oral testimonies. Results: in order to create this Testing and Counselling Center, investment was made in the implementation of a Municipal Management Unit for the STD/AIDS Program; in the elaboration of the Project for the Creation of the Testing and Counselling Center; in the process of attracting, selecting and training human resources; and choosing the right place for its operation. Final Considerations: the nurse who coordinated this investment had the support of the authorities of that municipality and had an authorized speech on HIV/AIDS in the municipality of Nova Iguacu; planned each stage of this service and used effective strategies to create the Testing and Counselling Center.