OVERVIEW

Abortion Care Essentials 2024 is organized by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), British Society of Abortion Care Providers (BSACP) and will be held on Jan 30, 2024.

Overview:
This comprehensive online course equips clinicians with essential knowledge in abortion care, enabling them to practice confidently and ethically within the UK legal and clinical framework at any stage of an abortion

In the UK one in three women undergo an abortion, highlighting the importance of proper education. Research shows that medical, nursing and midwifery students often lack adequate clinical training in abortion care. This course addresses the gap by providing up-to-date insights and guidance on medical and surgical abortions, respectful patient care and UK abortion laws.

Our expert speakers will guide you through essential skills including how to take a relevant history, assess eligibility, gain consent and identify contraindications and the need for additional support.

The engaging and interactive lectures will cover a wide array of topics including fostering respect, building trust, and combating abortion-related stigma, ensuring a comprehensive experience.

Learning objectives
• Learn how to take a relevant history, assess eligibility, gain consent, and identify contraindications and need for further support
• Gain an understanding of how to be respectful, facilitate trust and counteract abortion-related stigma
• Understand contraceptive methods to be used after an abortion, the drug regimens used in medical abortion and their mechanisms of action
• Be able to confidently advise patients about undergoing a medical abortion at home, including how to confirm an abortion is complete
• Learn about cervical preparation and the different surgical techniques used in abortion (MVA/EVA, dilatation and evacuation)
• Explain when abortion due to medical reasons is required and the methods used
• Describe when patients should seek medical attention after a medical or surgical abortion and how to manage post-abortion complications

Key reasons to attend
• Understand the current UK law and professional guidance on abortion and conscientious objection
• Gain fundamental knowledge of abortion care in one day
• Ask experts in the field of abortion care and education questions
• All content available on demand for six months

Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.