Course details
The SEARCH project is improving access to essential reproductive and sexual health services for NSW residents in regional and rural areas and especially Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities with a special focus on abortion care and long acting reversible contraception.
The project presents a series of webinars during the year which are led by experienced Family Planning Australia clinicians and subject matter experts. The topics presented include practical prescribing tips, case studies and nurse led models of care.
The second webinar in the SEARCH project series for 2026 is presented by Kitty Smith RN, FPA’s Director of Clinical Services (Acting) with the choice of two sessions.
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26 May 2026, 12 noon – 1:00pm Nurse led models of care
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3 June 2026 12:00pm – 1:00pm Nurse led models of care
The availability of abortion care in regional and remote areas of NSW often depends on the skills and abilities of nurses and midwives to facilitate access to choices for that care. This is especially relevant now with the legislated changes to prescribing in NSW last year.
Kitty will be talking about establishing and leading a nurse led model of abortion care – what that means, what it might look like, how to establish a service and also building the support needed for success.
If you would like to receive an invitation as new webinar topics are announced or if you have a question about the series, please email us at searchproject@fpnsw.org.au
Fully funded by NSW Health for eligible NSW participants.
Who should attend
Primary care clinicians including GPs, nurse practitioners, nurses, midwives and Aboriginal Health Workers seeking to enhance their clinical knowledge and skills in reproductive and sexual health.
Course structure
The SEARCH webinars are usually presented for 1 hour on a Wednesday evening and repeated at lunchtime Thursday the same week throughout the year. Occasionally due to the availability of presenters these times may change.
The session includes expert presentations, case discussions, and interactive Q&A.
Recognition/accreditation
Participants who complete this course will be issued with a Statement of Attendance.
Further information
Contact: Education Team
Phone: 1300 372 372 press 3 then 1
Email: clinicaleducation@fpnsw.org.au
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