Theory and practice of contraception within sexual healthcare
Who should attend this course?
The Theory and practice of contraception and sexual health course is suitable for all nurses or midwives working in a sexual health setting or in a Women’s Health Service.
Course content
The aims of the Theory and practice of contraception and sexual health course are to enable you to:
- Develop theoretical knowledge and gain competence and confidence in the management and provision of contraceptive services
- Gain an understanding of the impact of legal and ethical factors that can arise in a variety of health care settings
This course is designed to enable you to apply theoretical concepts to the practice of contraception and reproductive sexual health.
It gives you the opportunity to observe, discuss and participate in client care in both general practice and community clinics, as these are available.
It includes two clinical placements and specialist visits, a total of 40 hours of clinical practice in a Family Planning Clinic.
How does the course map with the NHS KSF?
The course contributes to the development of knowledge and understanding for the KSF Core Dimensions:
- Core dimensions 1 - 6
- Health and Wellbeing 1 - 6
- General 1 and 2
Assessment
The assessment consists of a Practice Based Assessment (PBA), an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) and a workbook.
Download a printable version of the leaflet for Theory and practice of contraception for healthcare
Why choose this course?
How to apply
Apply for the Theory and practice of contraception within sexual healthcare course
Entry requirements...
This course is open to all qualified nurses and midwives who are motivated to work in sexual health in the future.
Course fees
Credit level for this course: Undergraduate level 6 (30 credits)
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Contract funding for NHS staff
The University is contracted by the NHS to provide post-registration education/CPD and training for its health professionals.
If you are an NHS employee contact the senior manager responsible for post-registration education/CPD in your Trust to check if the course you wish to attend can be supported by the Trust's contract with our University.
Study routes
- Part Time