This course is divided into six parts:

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• Pre-reading resources (allow 3 hours)

• Compulsory online modules 8 hrs to be completed prior to practical day through our online platform with Tāku Ako.

• One day practical in class module (compulsory 8 hours attendance)

• Written Assignment (allow 3 hours)

• Clinical experience (min 10 LBC and 5 HPV swab) with 10 LBC Consultation reports

• Clinical assessment in workplace by approved assessor.

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The Cervical Screening Training will equip participants with the knowledge and skills to become competent cervical screeners. We offer a holistic approach to Wāhine Hauora (women’s health). The topics include information on the National Cervical Screening Programme, focus on equity, anatomy and physiology, cervical and other female cancers, colposcopy, sexual health, period, menopause, abnormal uterine bleeding, HPV vaccination, managing results, current issues in cervical screening. 

 

The in person practical day is set aside for questions, focus on equity, and scenario based practical sessions using our anatomically correct mannequins. Please note you will not get to practice on live models at the course.

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Entry to the cervical smear taker training programme is restricted to:

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• Registered Health Professionals who

• Hold a current NZ Practicing Certificate

• Have personal indemnity insurance.

• Have a nominated accredited cervical screen taker as a clinical supervisor for completion of the clinical component.

• Access to appropriate client base who require Cervical Screening.​

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WWFT has maintained strong course completions and has met most of the important needs of learners and other stakeholders since the last EER. Self-assessment practices are emerging and findings need to be used to guide and inform performance and make improvements. For further information see report online EER reports :: NZQA

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