Medical Training

There are currently no course dates scheduled. Please check back at a later date.

The IFPA has been offering training for medical professionals since 1977. Our Contraception Foundation Course for Nurses and Midwives provides the knowledge and skills to deliver a family planning service of high medical standard.

Overview

This two-day course:

caters to the specific needs of nurses and midwives
consists of theoretical and practical training
is facilitated by IFPA Medical Director with input from field experts
is delivered over two days, with 1.5 days theoretical training and a half day practical training
is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, Category 1

Course content:

hormonal contraception
emergency contraception
intrauterine contraception
permanent and barrier contraceptive methods
unintended pregnancy
abortion and care pathways
menopause
heavy menstrual bleeding, endometriosis and PCOS
sexually transmitted infections, including HIV

Theoretical training is supported by practical workshops. Attendees must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

Next Training

The 2023 Contraception Foundation Course for Nurses and Midwives is expected to run in the Autumn. Please check back for information on our next training courses.

“The course was fantastic. It was a real privilege to be a part of it. The kit is amazing. The facilitators were very approachable.”

Course participant, May 2021