Course Title: Cervical Cytology New Sample Taker Training

Location:    

 Day 1 Theory 22^nd April 2024 - City Campus

Day 2 Skills session 23^rd April 2024 – City Campus skills lab 10am -12.30pm

Course Length: 9 Months non-accredited certificated course

Cost: £400 per person

Start Date:    23^rd April 2024 – City Campus skills lab 10am -12.30pm         

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Entry Criteria: Registered Nurse, Nursing Associate, Physicians Associate working in a clinical area where cervical screening is offered to women.

Campus Location: Wolverhampton City campus

Course Lead: Senior Lecturer Lisa Clarke [Email [email protected]]

Why choose this course:

The course is designed to follow Public Health England (PHE) updated Education Pathway (2020) for cervical cytology sample takers. The course is designed to meet the continuous professional development of healthcare staff involved in cervical cytology screening. Initial theory – delivered online over 12 hours with 3 hours practice simulation taught on campus. There will be Clinical Practice component undertaken whilst working with a cytology mentor. Final cytology sample taker assessment is undertaken in clinical practice by a cytology practice assessor, that is nominated by the university.

Course Overview:

Pre theory session: completion of workbook (3 hours) considering Anatomy and Physiology (A/P) of pelvic organs supported by access to e-learning for health module (self- directed study) and canvas learning platform

Taught content: 6 hours theory – City Campus Wolverhampton

Practice: 3 hours simulation –  City Campus - skills lab