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FPAA National Certificate in Reproductive & Sexual Health for Doctors
Course Outline
The FPAA National Certificate in Reproductive & Sexual Health for Doctors is awarded on successful completion of both the theoretical module and clinical placement.
Theoretical: The theoretical module consists of five days of in-person attendance at SHINE SA Woodville. Course content is delivered by a variety of speakers who are specialists in their field.
Role-play exam: Role-play case exam comprising a doctor/patient scenario.
Written exam: Open-book format (short answer and multiple-choice questions).
Clinical placement: Minimum of 6 practical sessions at SHINE SA – Woodville and Hyde St Clinics.
The theoretical module of this course covers the latest in clinical research, interactive case discussions, reflective learning and more.
Topics covered in the theory module include:
- Contraception (including LARCs)*
- Breast health
- Common gynaecological problems
- Menopause
- Sexually transmitted infections including PEP/PrEP
- Cervical screening guidelines
- Fertility and subfertility
- Sexual violence
- Andrology and urology
- Pregnancy options and abortion services
- Pelvic pain
- Vulval dermatology
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexual and reproductive health within Aboriginal communities
- Prolapse and incontinence.
*Please note: This certificate does not include certification in IUD or contraceptive implant insertion training. SHINE SA offers the following: IUD Insertion Training and Contraceptive Implant (Implanon NXT) Insertion Training.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the theoretical module of this course you must have:
- a minimum of one year of postgraduate experience in community based general practice or obstetrics & gynaecology
If you do not meet the eligibility requirements but feel you have previous experience that is relevant to the course, you can apply for recognition of prior learning. Please submit a summary of this experience (no more than a single page) to courses@shinesa.org.au with a covering email.
To be eligible for the clinical training sessions you must:
- have an interest in reproductive and sexual health and have basic experience in gynaecological examination
- be currently working in a field that will allow you to reinforce clinical training, such as community based general practice or O&G
- have current registration with AHPRA as a medical practitioner, contraceptive implant certification and current DCSI child related screening.
Clinical Placement - Clinical Training Sessions
Clinical training sessions take place after completion of the 5-day theory course. The sessions are direct hands-on training at SHINE SA clinics, with support from senior SHINE SA clinicians.
SHINE SA is a secondary referral centre for sexual and reproductive health. The clinics will extend your practical skills and knowledge.
Clinical training is applied for on the assumption of the above eligibility criteria and can be refused or terminated due to lack of basic competency.
Once your application for clinical placement has been recieved it may take 4-6 weeks for you to be contacted by the Clinical Placement Coordinator. Clinical placement can be commenced up to 18 months after completing the theory training and due to high demand not all participants will be placed immediately after the course.
Course Details
Accreditation/Recognition
The FPAA National Certificate in Reproductive & Sexual Health for Doctors is awarded on successful completion of both the theoretical and clinical modules.
A SHINE SA Statement of Attendance is awarded to participants who choose to only complete the theoretical module:
- This education is a CPD Accredited Activity under the RACGP CPD Program.
- This activity is accredited with ACRRM.
Course Cost
FPAA National Certificate Theoretical Module (5-day Face-to-Face Training): $2,250
Clinical Training Sessions (Clinical Placement): $1,250
Only applicable upon successful completion of the theoretical module within the last 12 months.
Course Dates
FPAA National Certificate in Reproductive & Sexual Health for Doctors
Date start: 23 June 2025
Date end: 27 June 2025
Date end: 27 June 2025
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Location:
SHINE SA, 64c Woodville Road, Woodville
Status: Open
Enrol Now For enquiries, please email courses@shinesa.org.au or call 8300 5318.