Indonesia Conference Directory

Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) damages the immune system which leads to Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), the most advanced stage of HIV infection. Past researches claim that most individuals are aware about HIV but lacks in-depth knowledge and understanding about it. Senior High School students were included to further assess their level of knowledge on HIV. Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the level of knowledge among senior high school students on HIV and its relationship with the demographic profile. Methods: The design of this study was a descriptive correlational study. The total sample for this study was 279 Grade 12 Health Allied Senior High School students. The level of knowledge data were collected using a Brief Self Report HIV-Related Knowledge Questionnaire (HIV-KQ-18). Statistical analyses were conducted using the Frequency and Percentage and the Chi-Square Test. Results: The results showed that internet and social media were the most common sources of information about HIV. Respondent-s level of knowledge on the HIV was generally "good". Age significantly influence the level of knowledge of the respondents (p= 0.039). No relationship between gender, source of information and level of knowledge was found. Conclusion Internet plays a vital role in disseminating information on HIV among the students, and age influences the level of knowledge on HIV. The study recommends creating programs in educating students in order to improve the level of knowledge about HIV.