IUD Insertion Train the Trainer Program

This blended program includes both online learning and a face-to-face workshop.

It is tailored for medical practitioners who are highly experienced in performing IUD insertions and are ready to take the next step—educating and mentoring other clinicians in this essential reproductive health skill.

Participants will gain practical tools and strategies for clinical teaching, including how to:

• Facilitate learning in hands-on training environments

• Provide constructive feedback and supervision

• Support evidence-based IUD insertion practices in line with current clinical guidelines.

Course Format

Online Learning (Predisposing Activity)
Participants begin with an interactive online IUD theory course.

This module covers:

• Types of IUDs

• Pre- and post-insertion assessment

• Management of complications

This component must be completed before attending the face-to-face workshop.

Practical Workshop (Approx. 2 hours)
The face-to-face workshop includes:

• A review of current clinical guidelines and training requirements for IUD insertion

• Practical considerations for supervising and teaching IUD insertion in general practice

• Case studies and role plays to simulate training situations and reflect on clinical experience

Clinical Training Delivery
After completing the theory and workshop components, participants are required to train another medical practitioner in IUD insertion to receive full certification as an IUD Trainer through SHINE SA.

• A comprehensive training log and relevant clinical guidelines will be provided

• Clinical training can take place at either the trainer’s or trainee’s practice

Please note: SHINE SA does not facilitate the clinical training component

Once the training log is completed and submitted, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion as an accredited IUD Trainer.

To be eligible for this training you must have:

• a minimum of 2 years’ experience in IUD insertion in Australia
• a minimum of 30 previous IUD insertions
• maintenance of current IUD practice with at least 10 insertions per year
• current registration with AHPRA as a medical practitioner
• current medical indemnity insurance

Experience in both hormonal and copper IUD insertion is desirable.

Participants in the IUD Insertion Train the Trainer Program should have extensive experience in contraceptive counselling and have well-developed bimanual pelvic examination skills. Generally, this would mean participants have undertaken a FPAA Certificate in Reproductive & Sexual Health or a RANZCOG certificate or diploma, or they are able to demonstrate considerable experience in sexual health and gynaecology.

Application for IUD Insertion Train the Trainer Program is applied for on the assumption of the above and enrolment in training is at the discretion of the Coordinator of Medical Education and LARC Coordinator.

• This education is a CPD Accredited Activity under the RACGP CPD Program.
• This activity is accredited with ACRRM.

To apply for this program please complete the IUD Train the Trainer Program Application Form.