Cervical Screening short course
Introduction
Our cytology screening course is delivered over two study days.
For the academic year 2023/24 the course dates are:
- 11th November 2024
- 12th November 2024
Please note that the 16th and 18th September 2024 course dates have been postponed.
Location: Paragon House, Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 9GA.
Course Fee: £350
For more information and details on how to apply please contact Rachel Oughton: rachel.oughton@uwl.ac.uk
Course content
Course Schedule
Day 1:
Face to Face theory study session.
Day 2:
Face-to-face simulation study day and Observed Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
Topics
The cytology screening course will cover the following 8 topic areas:
- Topic 1: The NHS CSP
- Topic 2: Background to cervical screening
- Topic 3: Organisation of the NHS CSP
- Topic 4: Equality of access to cervical screening
- Topic 5: Cervical screening sample requests
- Topic 6: Understanding the test results
- Topic 7: Anatomy and physiology of the pelvic organs
- Topic 8: Practical aspects of taking cervical samples
Eligibility
The following UK-registered healthcare professionals are eligible to train to undertake the role of cervical sample taker:
- Registered nurses
- Registered nursing associates: When a nursing associate has registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), a registered professional listed under the legislation (registered nurse or GP) will need to supervise their practice.
- Registered midwives
- Physician associates who are registered on the Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR)
- Registered healthcare professionals working in integrated sexual health (ISH) clinics
- General Medical Council (GMC) registered medical doctors.
Training record
In addition to the theory study day, all novice sample takers must have a personal training record and present this as either a portfolio of evidence or a workbook.
Course standards
This course meets the standards of the PHE Cervical training guidance – PHE Cervical Training Guidance
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cervical-screening-cervical-sample-taker-training/training-for-cervical-sample-takers-education-pathway
Short courses and masterclasses
Our series of high-quality short courses will enable you to build your learning in bite-sized chunks.
These short courses are designed for individuals, as well as corporate and community groups. They are fun, social and provide opportunities to enhance your knowledge, improve your practical skills and tap into your potential.
For more information or to sign up to this course, please email rachel.oughton@uwl.ac.uk
