This page describes professional development opportunities for health care professionals who wish to further their training or get more involved in the provision of sexual health and contraception care.
Training provided by Unity Sexual Health
IMPORTANT NOTICE COVID-19 UPDATE 12/08/2020: Most of our training events have resumed remotely . Please see below for more details including how to book. We are hoping to resume face to face training in 2021
- Unity Young People training in Bristol: UYP (formerly 4YP training)
Since April 2018 Unity has been providing UYP training – previously known as 4YP. The 4YP brand no longer exists in Bristol.
UYP training consists of a programme of events that are aimed at health and non-health professionals working with and supporting young people to have healthy and safe sexual relationships. UYP training is free to attend for those working within the BNSSG area. To book please click on the relevant links. We require the name of your line manager to complete the booking. In the event that you do not attend your line manager will be informed. If you book a place and are unable to attend please let us know via EventBrite.
In line with commissioning agreements, priority for UYP training is given to staff working with young people in the Bristol area. Individuals from North Somerset and South Glos are encouraged to email to register an interest. 8 weeks before the event any remaining places will be offered to delegates from North Somerset and South Glos. Bristol delegates are thus encouraged to register early to avoid disappointment.
Please also note that for each course there is a minimum number of delegates required in order to run the event. In the event that this number is not reached the event will have to be cancelled and any delegates booked on will be informed 1 week before.
Please note also that in order to receive a certificate confirming attendance at any of our training events you are expected to attend the event in full. If you arrive more than 30 minutes late after the scheduled start time or have to leave more than 30 minutes before the end, we will not be able to provide you with a certificate of attendance. You are, however, still welcome to attend for your continuing professional development.Introduction to working with Young People on Sex and Relationships (half day)
This training prepares those who work with young people to answer queries about sex and relationships, and to refer young people to sources of further advice and services as appropriate. It provides and understanding of the law relating to sex and relationship issues
Outcomes
- Clarifies how their role contributes to young people’s sexual health issues and local targets and priorities
- Explores issues of personal values and beliefs and the impact on professional boundaries
- Understands the law relating to sex and relationship
- Feels confident to signpost young people for relevant support
Dates:
Tuesday 26th January 2021 – 0930-13.30 – Venue- TBC
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BAME training
This training is delivered by Unity partners, the Terence Higgins Trust.
The learning event aims to support professionals who work with young people to explore issues relating to racial diversity and sexual health.
Outcomes:
- Provide an understanding of sexual health related racial inequalities
- Explore how to make your services more inclusive for BAME service users
- Provide tools and engagement methods to support young people with their sexual health
Dates: (you must attend both sessions)
These sessions will be facilitiated via Zoom. A zoom link will be sent to the email address with which you’ve registered 1 hour before the session. Attendees are required to attend session 1 before attending session 2.
Session 1, 7th September 2020, 10-12pm (online only, via Zoom)
Session 2, 14th September 2020, 10-12pm (online only, via Zoom)Click here to book
Consent (1/2 day)
This training aims help those working with young people understand the law, the gender norms, stereotypes and cultural factors which may affect young people’s ability to consent and provide resources to help young people to develop awareness and confidence in communicate about consent with their partners.
Outcome
- Understand the range of pressures that affect the negotiation of consent in relationships
- Understand the legal framework relating to consent and the myths
- Feel confident to explore issues around seeking and receiving consent in sexual relationships
- Know where to signpost young people for further support relating to experiences of non-consensual sex
Dates: 5th March 2021 0930-13.30 – Venue TBC
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Healthy Relationships and Teen Abuse
This training will help those working with young people understand abusive teen relationships, know how to respond effectively and safely and prevent abuse while promoting healthy relationships.
Outcomes
- Understand what domestic violence and abuse is; its forms and impacts on young people
- Understand the prevalence of abuse and the cultural context
- Identify vulnerable young people and risk factors
- Feel confident dealing with disclosures and signposting to services
- Understand how to work with, and refer on, abusive young people
- Feel confident using practical activities with young people to prevent or stop abuse
Dates:
Please note this event has now happened. We do not have any further dates planned at this stage.
HIV awareness
This training is delivered by Unity partners, the Terence Higgins Trust.
The learning event aims to support professionals who work with young people to explore issues relating to HIV.
Outcomes:
- Provide an understanding of HIV transmission
- Discuss prevention strategies (safer sex, TaSP)
- Explore living with HIV and how to find out more through interactive group work
- Provide tools and engagement methods to support young people with their learning.
Date: Monday 2nd November 2020 – Via ZOOM
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Working with LGBTQ+ Young People
This training is delivered by Unity partners, the Terence Higgins Trust.
This training event aims to empower attendees to work confidently with young people to explore issues around sexuality and gender.
Outcomes:
- Attendees will feel encouraged and supported to develop and deliver LGBTQ+ inclusive content.
- An increased knowledge and understanding of LGBTQ+ identities, reflecting on our existing understanding and unconscious bias.
These sessions have been developed in conjunction with LGBTQ+ young people.
Dates:
Monday 15th February 2021 0930-13.30
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Pregnancy Decisions and Dilemmas ( 1 day)
This is aimed at the Young People’s Workforce-those who work directly with young people such as Learning Mentors in schools, School Nurses, Support Workers, Young People’s housing workers, Youth Workers, drug and alcohol workers, those working for young people’s charities, social workers etc.
Outcomes:
- Identify tools, strategies and support for working with young people who are pregnant or at risk of pregnancy
- Increase confidence to discuss pregnancy options with young people
- Reflect on your own views of teenage pregnancy and abortion and how they might affect your practice
- Confidentiality and the law
Dates:
A. Wednesday 7 October 2020 09.30-12.30 – Session 1 – Online
AND Wednesday 14 October 2020 09.30-12.30 – Session 2 – Online
(You must attend both sessions)
B. Wednesday 3rd February 2021 9.00am-4.30pm at Central Health Clinic,Tower Hill, Bs2 0JD, Seminar room
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Pornography, Sexting & Social Networks (1 day)
This training aims to raise awareness of the role social media, pornography and sexting plays in young people sexual encounters and relationships. Through learning about the impact on young people and the legal framework relating to sexting and pornography professionals will have then explore how to respond and support young people to keep themselves safe and nurture healthy relationships
Outcomes:
- Understand the messages and impact of social media, pornography and sexting on young people’s relationships
- Understand risks including the legal implications of pornography and sexting
- Feel confident to respond to situations involving pornography and/or sexting
- Be familiar with resources available and practical tools to support young people around issues associated with social media, pornography and sexting
Dates: Monday 9th November 2020 0930-16.00 – ONLINE
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Special Educational Needs & Disability (SEND) and Relationship & Sex Education (RSE)
Talking to young people about their sexual health can be a challenging experience. In this training, we draw on our 55 years of expertise of talking to young people about their sexual health and provide a comprehensive overview of the information that you need to know in order to work effectively in this area.
Delivering RSE isn’t easy for everyone, this training offers a comprehensive introduction to help you develop the confidence, knowledge and skills to plan and deliver good quality relationships and sex education for young people with additional needs.
Aim: To equip those working with SEND young people with core knowledge and a framework which they can build on to deliver high quality effective relationship and sex education which ensures the best outcomes for young people with additional needs in ways that work best in the real life context of their school.
By the end of the training participants will have gained knowledge and understanding of:
- RSE and its inclusivity.
- Explore personal barriers and how they can impact on professional work.
- Laws and policies protecting and educating young people with SEND.
- The impact of language and how to use it correctly.
- Explore varying presenting techniques for how to deliver RSE to SEND students.
This training is suitable for: Teaching professionals working with young people with additional needs.
Dates: Friday 16th October 2020 0900-16.00– ONLINE
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STI and Chlamydia Screening Update (1/2 day)
Outcomes
- Understand the prevalence of STIs and chlamydia in young people
- Describe interventions that can reduce transmission of STIs and chlamydia
- Discuss the role of the Chlamydia screening programme in Bristol
Dates:
- Thursday 5 November 2020 9.30am-1.00 ONLINE
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STI and contraception: Myth-busting
Outcomes
- Identify common myths and misinformation surrounding STIs and contraception
- Support young people to be able to access reliable information
- Signpost young people for advice
Dates:
- Thursday 10th September 2020 9.30am-1.00pm ONLINE
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- Thursday 11th February 2021 9.30am-1.00pm at Central Health Clinic, Tower Hill, BS2 0JD, Seminar room
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C-Card Training (1/2 day)
This is available to professionals working in the Bristol area only.
Dates:
Friday 18th September 2020: 9.30am-1.30pm via ZOOM
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Tuesday 17th November 2020: 9.30am-1.30pm – ONLINE
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Friday 22nd January 2021: 9.30am-1.30pm- Venue TBC
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Tuesday 16th March 2021: 9.30am-1.30pm – Venue TBC
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For those working in South Gloucestershire or North Somerset there are separate C card training arrangements:
South Gloucestershire: Click here for further information on registering as a C:card provider in South Gloucershire.
North Somerset: Click here for further information on registering as a C:card provider in North Somerset or email Kate Blakley, Health Improvement Specialist (Kate.Blakley@n-somerset.gov.uk ).
- NEW - Long Time No Syphilis (LTNS) training
A new online training programme has been developed in partnership with Yorkshire Mesmac, Long Time No Syphilis and Prepster.
The FREE five-week online training is a pilot and part of the wider Long Time No Syphilis programme that aims to address the ongoing national increase in syphilis through a range of health promotion interventions.
The training is aimed at frontline staff and volunteers in England who may have limited syphilis awareness or will benefit from a refresher.
Over five 2-3 hour sessions participants will increase their syphilis knowledge, learn more about the LTNS programme and gain new tools and skills to deliver outreach and testing for syphilis.
Across five sessions the following will be discussed:
- An introduction to Syphilis
- A short (but important) history of Syphilis
- Understanding the prevention and control of Syphilis
- Partner notification
- Targeting populations most at risk
The sessions will be delivered in two rounds and will run for five weeks:
- Round ONE on Tuesday afternoons 2-4pm, starting Tuesday 18th August
- Round TWO on Thursday evenings 6-8pm, starting Thursday 20th August.
The online sessions will be facilitated by Yorkshire MESMAC, with support from Long Time No Syphilis and Prepster.
To book please click here
Please note: SPACE IS LIMITED and places will be allocated on a first come first served basis so please book as soon as possible.
- Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare Diploma
The Diplomate Assessment of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH Diploma) is for healthcare professionals who wish to demonstrate that they have attained the knowledge, attitude and skills required to deliver safe and effective sexual and reproductive health care in community, primary and secondary care settings. The programme is open to clinicians with both registration and a licence to practise with a UK regulatory body. It is open to doctors, nurses and physicians associates.
The Diploma is a blended learning package and involves different elements.
Unity offers clinical placements for the clinical experience and assessments stage of the Diploma.
For further information, please email DFSRH Training (DFSRHtraining@UHBW.nhs.uk) or visit the FSRH website.
- Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare SRH essentials
The SRH Essentials for Primary Care Course is aimed at Healthcare Practitioners working in Primary Care settings. It is relevant for those needing an introduction to SRH (sexual and reproductive health) and it also provides a useful update for more experienced staff.
At the end of the course, you will be able to:-
- Develop the skills and confidence to consult with patients about their sexual and reproductive healthcare needs
- Recommend an appropriate method of emergency contraception
- Review the COC, POP and injection contraceptive methods
- Carry out sexual health risk assessments
- Identify when patients are at risk of STIs
Who is this course for?
- GPs
- Nurses
- Physicians Associates
- Paramedics
- Pharmacists
- Other Healthcare Professionals working in Primary Care
For further information, please email (DFSRHtraining@UHBW.nhs.uk) or visit the FSRH website.
The date for the next course is Thursday 14th May 2020 _POSTPONED
- Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare Letters of Competence (LoCs)
The FSRH LoCs are training programmes aimed at doctors, nurses and physicians associates already working in general practice, community and integrated sexual health services who wish to develop the necessary knowledge, attitude and skills to support women seeking contraception. It will enable them to hold consultations, provide intrauterine (LoC IUT) or subdermal (LoC SDI) contraception competently, and manage any complications or side-effects that may occur.
Unity offers clinical placements for the “clinical training and assessments” stage.
For further information, please email DFSRH Training (DFSRHtraining@UHBW.nhs.uk) or visit the FSRH website .
- Medical placements and attachments
If you are a medical student or doctor and would like to arrange a placement or taster day at Unity Sexual Health, please email our Medical Administrator Diane Anscombe (Diane.Anscombe@uhbw.nhs.uk)
- Nursing placements
If you are a nursing student or qualified nurse and would like to arrange a placement at Unity Sexual Health, please email our Medical Administrator Diane Anscombe (Diane.Anscombe@uhbw.nhs.uk) if you would like to organise a day placement or Unity Sexual Health Matron Ann Steele-Nicholson (Ann.Steele-Nicholson@UHBW.nhs.uk).
- Annual Updating Day
This is an annual whole day learning event delivered by Unity Sexual Health. It is aimed at GPs, practice nurses and any other health professionals working with young people or with an interest in contraception and sexual health. The aim is to support clinical professionals in delivering effective and safe sexual and reproductive health care. It costs £90 for doctors and nurses working in primary care and £55 for nurses working in Unity sexual health services. A copy of the 2020 programme is available below for interest.
The date for the next event is Tuesday 11 May 2021.
Venue: Holiday Inn Filton
Enquiries to: Shonda Powell, Suite 313, 179 Whiteladies Road, Bristol, BS8 2AG Tel: 01225 436 129
shonda@spcorporateservices.com
We held our first remote session on Tuesday 13th October (6.00-8.15pm ). This included local service updates, contraception update and STI update. To complete your evaluation or provide any feedback please email: shonda@spcorporateservices.com
- LARC Fitters Forums
Implant and IUC fitters forums are held regularly at Unity Central Health Clinic. If you wish to attend please email DFSRH Training (DFSRHtraining@UHBW.nhs.uk)
Below is the list of dates for 2020:
Implant fitter forums
Wednesday 29th January 1-2pm at Central Health Clinic, seminar room
Wednesday 4th March 1-2pm at Central Health Clinic, seminar room
Wednesday 17th June – CANCELLED – a new date will be arranged and the meeting will take place remotely
Monday 26th October 1-2pm ONLINE- to book please email DFSRHTraining@uhbw.nhs.uk
IUC fitter forums 1-2pm,
Wednesday February 12th 1-2pm at Central Health Clinic, seminar room
Wednesday May 13th – CANCELLED – a new date will be arranged and the meeting will take place remotely
Monday July 20th 12.30-1.30 – ONLINE – to book please email DFSRHTraining@uhbw.nhs.uk
Wednesday September 23rd 1-2pm – ONLINE – to book please email Jacqui Bulbring
Thursday October 15th 1-2pm – ONLINE – to book please email DFSRHTraining@uhbw.nhs.uk
Thursday December 3rd 1-2pm – ONLINE – to book please email DFSRHTraining@uhbw.nhs.uk
Faculty registered trainer meeting
Tuesday 30th June 11-12.30 – ONLINE – if you wish to attend please email DFSRHtraining@uhbw.nhs.uk
Tuesday 29th September 12-1.30 – ONLINE – if you wish to attend please email DFSRHTraining@uhbw.nhs.uk
Other
Thursday 12th November 1-2pm – Contraception in over 40 – ONLINE – if you wish to attend please email DFSRHTraining@uhbw.nhs.uk
Monday 23rd November 1-2pm – Contraception in young patients – ONLINE – if you wish to attend please email DFSRHTraining@uhbw.nhs.uk - School Nurses
“Principles of good sexual health provision for school nurses”
Unity are hosting a series of three remote sessions ( each lasting 2 hours and 15 minutes) which have been developed bespoke for the school nursing team. The aim of these sessions is to support school nurses in responding to requests for information about STI testing and contraception and to be able to address any immediate concerns that a young person may have or sign-post as appropriate.
The dates and objectives for each session are as follows:
Session Learning outcomes By the end of the session you will be able to…
Date 1- Chlamydia testing and sexually transmitted infection (STI) overview - Advise young people how to order and undertake a chlamydia test
- Describe common STIs and possible symptoms;
- Discuss risk-reduction strategies such as condom use;
- Describe to a young person how they can access services if they have any STI concerns
- Sign post to relevant services
Weds 9 September 0930-1145 2- Emergency contraception (EC) - Make an assessment of when EC is indicated,
- Discuss what types of EC are available to the young person within the given time frames,
- Facilitate access to oral EC or referral for an em IUD
- Identify possible safeguarding concerns and sig post as appropriate
Weds 4 November 0930-1145 3 – Pregnancy testing(PT) - Discuss limitations of timing of a negative result in terms of window period;
- Sign post if PT is positive
- Provide support around pregnancy decisions;
- Provide ongoing contraceptive advice if PT is negative
Weds 11 November 0930-1145
| Day | Date | Time | Title | Booking details | Delivered by | Location | Audience |
| Mon | 7/09/2020 | 10-12pm | Working with young people who identify as BAME –session 1 | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bame-training-tickets-109125840326 | THT | Online |
UYP |
| Mon | 14/09/2020 | 10-12pm | BAME – session 2 | ||||
| Weds | 09/09/2020 | 0930-1145 | Session 1/3- STI overview and chlamydia testing | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/principles-of-good-sexual-health-provision-for-school-nurses-tickets-114265774006 | CSP | Online | School nurses only |
| Thurs | 10/09/2020 | 9.30-1.00pm | Mythbusting – STI and contraception myths in young people |
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sti-and-contraception-myth-busting-registration-92704129547
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Chlamydia screening programme office (CSP) | Online | UYP |
| Fri | 18/09/2020 | 9.30-1.30pm | C-card | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/c-card-training-registration-87415924383 | Brook | Online | C-card outlets |
| Weds | 23/09/2020 | 1.00-2.00pm | IUC fitters meeting |
jacqueline.bulbring.ext@bayer.com
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Bayer on behalf of Unity | Online | IUC fitters only |
| Tues | 29/09/2020 | 12.00-1.30pm | (FSRH)Faculty Registered Trainers’ meeting | DFSRHTraining@uhbw.nhs.uk | Unity | Online | FRTs only |
| Weds | 7/10/2020 AND 14/10/2020 | 9.30-12.30 | Pregnancy Decisions | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/principles-of-good-sexual-health-provision-for-school-nurses-tickets-114265774006 | PAS outreach nurses | Online | UYP |
| Tues | 13/10/2020 | 6.00-8.15pm | Unity annual clinical and service update session |
shonda@spcorporateservices.com
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Unity | Online | Primary care |
| Fri | 16/10/2020 | 9.00-4.00 | SEND and Relationship and Sex Education (RSE) | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/special-educational-needs-and-disability-tickets-109129338790 | Brook | Online | UYP |
| Mon | 02/11/2020 | 9.30-1.30 | HIV awareness | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hiv-awareness-tickets-114250879456 | THT | Online | UYP |
| Weds | 04/11/2020 | 9.30-11.45 | Session 2/3 – Emergency contraception | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/principles-of-good-sexual-health-provision-for-school-nurses-tickets-114265774006 | PAS outreach nurses | Online | School nurses only |
| Thurs | 05/11/2020 | 9.30-1.00pm | STI update | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sti-and-chlamydia-screening-update-12-day-registration-92704408381 | CSP | Online | UYP |
| Mon | 09/11/2020 | 9.30-4.00 | Pornography/ Sexting | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pornography-sexting-registration-101786927440 | Brook | Online | UYP |
| Weds | 11/11/2020 | 9.30-11.45 | Session 3/3 – Pregnancy testing and decisions | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/principles-of-good-sexual-health-provision-for-school-nurses-tickets-114265774006 | Pas outreach nurses | Online | School nurses only |
| Tues | 17/11/2020 | 9.30-1.30pm | C-card | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/c-card-training-registration-87416016659 | Brook | Online | C-card outlets |
| Thurs | 19/11/2020 | 7.00-9.00pm | Oral EC by PGD |
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Unity | Online | Pharmacist annual EC update |
| Fri | 22/01/2021 | 9.30-1.30pm | C-card | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/c-card-training-registration-87416050761 | Brook | TBC | C-card outlets |
| Tues | 26/01/2021 | 9.30-1.30pm | Introduction to work with YP on Sex and Relationships | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introduction-to-work-with-yp-on-sex-and-relationship-registration-107669373996 | Brook | TBC | UYP |
| Weds | 03/02/2021 | 9.00-4.30pm | Pregnancy Decisions |
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pregnancy-decisions-and-dilemmas-1-day-registration-91604759301
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Pregnancy advisory service (PAS) outreach nurses | TBC | UYP |
| Thurs | 11/02/2021 | 9.30-1.00pm | Mythbusting : STI and contraception myths in young people | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sti-and-contraception-myth-busting-registration-92704839671 | CSP | TBC | UYP |
| Mon | 15/02/2021 | 9.30-1.30 | Working with Young people who identify as LGBTQ+ | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgbtq-training-tickets-114254775108 | THT | TBC | UYP |
| Fri | 05/03/2021 | 9.30-1.30pm | Consent Training | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/consent-training-registration-107669891544 | Brook | TBC | UYP |
| Mon | 15/03/2021 | 9.30-1.30 | HIV awareness | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hiv-awareness-training-tickets-114256767066 | THT | TBC | UYP |
| Tues | 16/03/2021 | 9.30-1.30pm | C-card | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/c-card-training-registration-87419190151 | Brook | TBC | C-card outlets |
Associated organisations providing training
- Avon group for Contraception and Sexual health
The Avon Group for Contraception and Sexual Health is a membership group providing training and updates for doctors and nurses who have a special interest in Contraception and Sexual Health. The group aims to provide a high quality of educational meetings (three per year) to doctors, nurses and health advisers, providing contraception sexual and reproductive health care to the populations within Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. This includes primary care and specialist services.
Please see the website for further information.
- Brook
Brook are a UK-wide organisation, providing sexual health and contraception services for everyone under the age of 25 years.
An important part of this work has been providing training to adults working with young people in a range of settings- from health professionals to teachers and youth workers.
Please see the Brook website for further infortmation https://www.brook.org.uk/our-work/category/training-for-professionals
Brook are Unity’s partner organisation who are responsible for delivering all the C-card training in Bristol and many of the UYP training events such as:
- Level 1 Sex and Relationship Education (1/2 day)
- Consent ( 1/2 day)
- Healthy and Relationships Teen Abuse ( 1 day)
- Pornography, Sexting and Social Networks ( 1 day)
- C:card
To prepare those working with young people to run C:Card registration points which make it easier for them to access condoms when they need them and increasing opportunities for them to talk to trained workers.
Unity@Brook provides C-card training for professionals working in the Bristol area only.
Dates:
Thursday 19th March 2020: 9.30am-1.30pm at Unity@Brook, The Station, Silver St, Bristol BS1 2AG
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Thursday 21st May 2020: 9.30am-1.30pm at Unity@Brook, The Station, Silver St, Bristol BS1 2AG
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Tuesday 7th July 2020: 9.30am-1.30pm via ZOOM
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Friday 18th September 2020: 9.30am-1.30pm Venue TBC
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Tuesday 17th November 2020: 9.30am-1.30pm – Venue TBC
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Friday 22nd January 2021: 9.30am-1.30pm- Venue TBC
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Tuesday 16th March 2021: 9.30am-1.30pm – Venue TBC
Click here to book
For those working in South Gloucestershire or North Somerset there are separate C card training arrangements:
South Gloucestershire: Click here for further information on registering as a C:card provider in South Gloucershire.
North Somerset: Click here for further information on registering as a C:card provider in North Somerset or email Kate Blakley, Health Improvement Specialist (Kate.Blakley@n-somerset.gov.uk ).
- Terence Higgins Trust
Terence Higgins Trust w be running events as part of UYP training on HIV updates and LGBTQ training.
- University of the West of England (UWE) Bristol
UWE Bristol currently run two degree level integrated sexual health modules suitable for practice nurses and allied health professionals:
- Promoting Sexual Health in Practice http://courses.uwe.ac.uk/UZVSQA203
This module is taught over 5 consecutive days at the Glenside Campus of UWE, Bristol and provides an overview of sexual health issues including: contraception, STIs, pregnancy options, sexual violence and difficulties, values and attitudes and sexual history taking. Students have 3 months to complete a 3000 word essay. This module is worth 20 credits at first degree level and is also available to study at Master’s level.
- Integrated Practice for Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare http://courses.uwe.ac.uk/UZVRVC203 This 20 credit module supports nurses to achieve the DFSRH (1.1) and is suited to nurses who have existing sexual health nursing knowledge and experience, access to regular consultations of a sexual health nature and a mentor in practice. The module is run over 9 months with a start date in January at UWE Glenside. The majority of the learning is online and in practice with only 3 taught days at UWE Glenside.
For more information including part funding opportunities contact Hettie.lean@uwe.ac.uk
- Health Learning Partnership
Health Learning Partnership offer education for GPs and primary care practitioners in and around Bristol.
The course list can be found here.
Online learning resources
- Sexually transmitted infections
E-learning for health programme on sexual and reproductive healthcare http://www.e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/sexual-and-reproductive-healthcare/
E-learning for health programme on sexual health and HIV http://www.e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/sexual-health-and-hiv/
The RCGP’s eLearning website containing courses and updates for general practice.
- Contraception
E-learning for health programme on sexual and reproductive healthcare http://www.e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/sexual-and-reproductive-healthcare/
RCGP e-learning course on contraception http://elearning.rcgp.org.uk/
- LGBTQ
Bristol Learning Pool module on trans awareness Trans awareness course is under the equalities category or at http://bristol.learningpool.com/course/view.php?id=465
The Faculty of sexual and reproductive health have produced a statement on: Contraceptive Choices and Sexual Health for Transgender and Non-binary people (October 2017)
RCGP on-line resource on Gender variance, designed to help GPs respond to the needs of adults and young people experiencing gender dysphoria.
- Abuse and exploitation , including FGM
The RCGP’s Violence Against Women and Children online course will enable GPs and other primary care professionals to improve their recognition of and response to patients suffering from violence. The course has been developed with funding from the Department of Health.
- Drugs and Alcohol
RCGP course is for everybody who needs to use an assessment tool to identify problematic drinking. It is intended for a general audience; you do not have to be a doctor or a nurse to attempt it. The course will enable you to understand the basic principles of alcohol related harm; to use the AUDIT screening tool and to act on its results; and to have an understanding of how to give brief advice where required. The course also explores the health, social and legal consequences of drinking alcohol and uses video clips to demonstrate the use of AUDIT and how to conduct a brief intervention. This course is FREE to all primary healthcare professionals
- FGM
South Glouctershire have useful information and learning support.
- Human Trafficking and Modern slavery