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Introductory Certificate in Sexual Health

About the Certificate 

The RCGP Sex, Drugs & HIV Task Group, in partnership with the Medical Foundation for AIDS and Sexual Health (MedFASH), has developed an Introductory Certificate in Sexual Health. This provides a basic grounding in sexual health issues for generalist clinicians and practice nurses working in general practice.

Aims of the Course 

  • To develop the knowledge, skills and confidence of generalists in general practice and enable them to practice at the generalist level in sexual health

  • To improve the care of people with sexual health needs in general practice

  • To improve and promote the diagnosis and care of people with HIV in general practice

How to apply

The certificate consists of an e-learning module (available on www.doctors.net.uk/rcgpeducation and UKnursing.net) followed by a one-day face-to-face training module. The cost of the certificate is £190, inclusive of all materials and certification.

Click here to download an information pack and registration form.