Course details
If you are a doctor (including GPs and GP registrars) who wishes to upskill in reproductive and sexual health using the latest clinical research and an interactive learning method, this course is for you. Formerly known as FPAA National Certificate in Reproductive and Sexual Health for Doctors, this course comprises pre-workshop online learning, a practical and interactive two-day face-to-face workshop and assessment.
This nationally recognised course provides current, evidence-based research and practice guidelines to enhance your knowledge, skills and confidence in reproductive and sexual health.
 Content includes:
- Contraceptive options
- Current guidelines for STI screening, including diagnosis and management
- Unintended pregnancy options
- Working with diverse groups, including adolescents and people living with disability
- Updates on the National Cervical Screening Program
- Menopause
- Men’s health
- Other reproductive and sexual health topic areas
Theory $2,825
Supervised Clinical Attachment $1,150
Who should attend
Doctors and nurse practitioners who wish to expand their knowledge and clinical skills in a range of topics on reproductive and sexual health.
Delivery options and course structure
This intensive, fast-paced blended learning course comprises pre-workshop online learning, a practical and interactive two-day face-to-face workshop and online assessment.
Upon completion you will be eligible to enrol in the Sexual and Reproductive Health Australia (SRHA) National Certificate for Doctors – Supervised Clinical Attachment. This includes structured, supervised placement at Family Planning Australia clinics.Â
Pre-workshop activities
Completion of relevant online learning, which includes pre-reading and viewing of lectures online. This learning will take approximately 16 hours to complete.Â
Face-to-face workshop
Participants are required to attend the two-day face-to-face workshop on the dates listed below, as it is essential for course progression. The workshop will feature interactive learning and discussion as well as a practical skill session focusing on key skills in reproductive and sexual health history taking, contraception, STIs, menopause and cervical screening.
Post workshop activities
Completion of online learning (approximately 16 hours) and completion of an online exam and online role play assessment.
Assessment
To successfully complete the course, participants must:
- Attend the two-day face-to-face workshop
- Complete all online coursework before attempting the written exam and role play assessment
- Successfully complete the written exam and role play assessment.
Recognition / Accreditation
Participants who successfully complete all course and assessment requirements will be issued with a Full Certificate.
Current enrolment opportunity
- Online learning opening: Monday 2 February 2026Â
- Face-to-face workshop (compulsory): Monday 9 March and Tuesday 10 March 2026 (Newington)Â
- Assessment period: Thursday 9 April – Thursday 21 April 2026 (online)Â Â
The course is offered over a three-month period. It comprises pre-workshop online learning, a practical and interactive two-day online workshop and online assessment.
Upon completion you will be eligible to enrol in the Sexual and Reproductive Health Australia (SRHA) National Certificate for Doctors – Supervised Clinical Attachment. Â
This includes structured, supervised placement at Family Planning Australia clinics.
Pre-workshop activities
Completion of relevant online learning which includes pre-reading and viewing of lectures online. This learning will take approximately 16 hours to complete.
Online workshop
Participants are required to attend the two-day online workshop on the dates listed below, as it is essential for course progression. The workshop will feature interactive learning and discussion as well as a practical skill session focusing on key skills in reproductive and sexual health history taking, contraception, STIs, menopause and cervical screening.
Post workshop activitiesÂ
Completion of online learning (approximately 16 hours) and completion of an online exam and online role play assessment.Â
Assessment
To successfully complete the course, participants must:
- Attend the two-day online workshop
- Complete all online coursework before attempting the written exam and role play assessment
- Successfully complete the written exam and role play assessment
Recognition /Â Accreditation
Participants who successfully complete all course and assessment requirements will be issued with a Statement of Attainment.
Current enrolment opportunity
- Online learning opening: Monday 20 April 2026
- Two-day online workshop (compulsory): Monday 18 May 2026 and Tuesday 19 May 2026
- Assessment period: Thursday 11 June to Tuesday 23 June 2026
Family Planning Australia provides a clinical skills workshop and supervised clinical placements for the Sexual and Reproductive Health Australia (SRHA) National Certificate for Doctors.
The clinical placement requires participants to attend a clinical skills workshop day to demonstrate their understanding of essential practical skills prior to their placement.
Participants will then have an opportunity to meet core competencies across a 32-hour placement in Family Planning Australia clinics. Together with our experienced clinical instructors in Newington, Penrith, Newcastle, and Fairfield, course participants will gain hands-on experience with the appropriate range of reproductive and sexual health issues.
This placement is only available to participants who have completed the Sexual and Reproductive Health Australia (SRHA) National Certificate for Doctors Theory course within the last 12 months.Â
Registration
Participants are required to hold a theory and practical Implanon certificate to register. Participants must book in their own clinical placement spots before attending the workshop.Â
Clinical Skills Workshop
Before commencing their clinical placement, participants must attend a Clinical Skills Workshop Day. This workshop focusses on key skills in history taking, cervical screening, common andrology and understanding of contraceptives.Â
Clinical Placement
Participants must complete the clinical placement within 3 months of attending the workshop. During this placement, participants must demonstrate competency in core skills. Click on a clinic location below to book placement hours:Â
NEWINGTON | PENRITH | FAIRFIELD | NEWCASTLE
Assessment
To successfully complete the course, participants must:
- Attend a clinical skills workshop day
- Attend a clinical placement that is at least 32 hours in duration
- Demonstrate core competency using the competency record book
Participants who successfully complete all course and assessment requirements will be issued with a Sexual and Reproductive Health Australia (SRHA) National Certificate for Doctors.
Current enrolment opportunity
Newington (Sydney) – Family Planning Clinic: 10 Avenue of the Americas, Newington NSW 2127
- 18 November 2025 – 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- 10 February 2026 – 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Eligibility/prerequisite
Participants will need to:
- Hold current unconditional registration with AHPRA
- Have 12 months post-registration experience
- Hold or obtain a theory and practical Implanon certificate before commencing clinical placement
Course cost
$2,825 Theory
$1,150 Supervised Clinical Attachment
Further information
Contact: Education TeamÂ
Phone: 1300 372 372 press 3 then 1Â
Email: clinicaleducation@fpnsw.org.auÂ
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