Basic Family Planning Training

ABCD offers a two-session family planning counselor certification course. In addition, there is a one-session course requirement covering ABCD and Title X requirements for family planning service staff at ABCD subrecipient sites.

This foundational training is comprised of two live sessions and enduring elearning activities. Family Planning Basics is designed for individuals working in family planning and reproductive health programs or those seeking an introduction to family planning concepts.

TOPICS

Principles for Providing Quality Family Planning Counseling and Education; Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology; Contraceptive Methods and Emergency Contraception; Pregnancy Options Information; STD/HIV Information and Prevention; Preconception Health; Sexual Health Issues; Counseling Adolescents and Sexual Coercion and Abuse; and Family Involvement. 

A certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the course, which includes attendance at both live sessions, completion of elearning homework, and passing an exam. Certification of family planning counselors at ABCD Family Planning subrecipient sites includes observation of family planning counseling sessions.

FEE

$300 (includes handbook and additional materials). No cost for staff of ABCD-funded family planning programs.
Payment must be received before the course starts in order to attend.

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