Assisting IUD Insertion for Healthcare Professionals

This online course aims to provide comprehensive information to the healthcare professional assisting in the insertion of an intrauterine device (IUD).

Description

Mirena

Cost

$200

Delivery method

Self-paced, online. ~2 hours duration.

Who should register?

Clinicians who will assist in the insertion of intrauterine devices (IUDs). 

This may include, but is not limited to, general practice registered nurses and enrolled nurses, rural and remote nurses, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practitioners (with clinical responsibilities).


Course overview

This course aims to provide comprehensive information to the healthcare professional assisting in the insertion of an intrauterine device (IUD). It encompasses the role, equipment required, emergency considerations, client comfort, and key points for client education pre- and post-procedure. An overview of IUDs and their context of use within Australia is provided as a foundation to further support the client through their IUD journey.

This course is not a prerequisite or pathway to IUD insertion training. If you are looking at becoming an IUD inserter, please register your interest here (please note we offer IUD insertion training at various locations).

This course consists of 4 modules. There are short quizzes to check your knowledge and understanding within each module.

Module 1: Understanding IUDs

  • IUDs in the context of LARCs
  • Different IUDs available in Australia

 

Module 2: Client education and procedural preparation

  • Pre-procedure client preparation and education
  • Comfort measures

 

Module 3: IUD insertion and removal

  • Equipment required for an IUD insertion
  • Clinical videos of the insertion procedure
  • Client management during and after the procedure

 

Module 4: Managing problems

  • Post-procedure responsibilities and client education
  • Emergency considerations and management

Course outcomes

On completion of this course participants will receive a Statement of Completion in Assisting IUD Insertion for Healthcare Professionals.


Eligibility

Current AHPRA registration as a healthcare professional


CPD information

On successful completion of this course, participants will be awarded a Statement of Completion. This statement can be used to support a participant’s annual declaration of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours as part of their registration requirements.

Minimum CPD hours for completed training: 2


FAQ

  1. How long do I have to complete the course? You have 6 months from the date of registration/payment to access the course content. This is to ensure that you are accessing the most up-to-date version of the course as our courses are routinely reviewed and updated as required.
  2. Can I print the online content to read? This course is delivered entirely online. True does not recommend printing the course content. There are some additional resources linked within the course, which may be suitable to print if necessary.
  3. By completing this course, am I qualified to insert IUDs? No. Clinical training in IUD insertion must be undertaken. This course prepares you for assisting while another clinician performs the IUD insertion. For more information on IUD insertion training, please click here

Course enquiries

Clinical Education Unit

Email: ceu@true.org.au

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