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Sexual Health Fundamentals for Nurses and Midwives

Through a case study, presentations, interactive quizzes and an online learning module, this online workshop will provide nurses and midwives with the introductory skills to incorporate STI and blood-borne virus screening within their workplace.

2+ CPD hours

Upcoming sessions

No upcoming sessions that suit you? Express your interest to be notified if a course is planned in your area.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Describe the clinical presentation of common STIs and BBVs  
  2. Identify the priority populations for STI and BBV screening  
  3. Explain the importance of testing and screening for STIs and BBVs  
  4. Demonstrate confidence in offering STI and BBV screening to patients  
  5. Discuss the process for contact tracing and Identify resources to assist.

Course components

(highly recommended, 2 additional CPD hours)

  • 2-hour live online workshop  
  • Post-course survey

CPD & endorsement

This activity has been endorsed by APNA according to approved quality standards criteria.  

Australian College of Midwives CPD Endorsed Activity.

This activity is endorsed by ASHHNA.  

All participants who attend the course in full will be awarded a Statement of Attendance.

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Recommended for

Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and Midwives.

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Upcoming conferences & events

Australasian HIV&AIDS and Sexual and Reproductive Health Conferences

14 - 17 Sep 2026
Pullman Melbourne Albert Park, Naarm (Melbourne) (VIC, Australia)

Global Prisons Infectious Disease Network (GPIDN) 2nd Annual Conference

30 September 2026 - 2 Oct 2026
Grand Plaza Hotel & Congress Center (Ljubljana, Slovenia)

The 14th International Conference on Health and Hepatitis in Substance Users

6 - 9 Oct 2026
Clarion Congress Hotel Prague (Czech Republic)