SSHA

Society of Sexual Health Advisers

Unite the union
  • About us
    • JOIN SSHA
    • Code of Professional Conduct
    • National Organising Professional Committee
    • National Organising Professional Committee Structure
    • Constitution and Rules
    • Council Reports
    • NPC ACCESS ONLY
  • News
  • Regions
    • London
    • North East, Yorkshire & Humberside
    • Ireland
    • Scotland
    • South West
    • East Midlands – VACANT
    • North West
    • South East
    • Wales
    • West Midlands
  • Resources
    • I Want To Be A Health Adviser
    • SSHA Manual
    • Conference Presentations
    • Competency Framework for Sexual Health Advisers
    • WeSSI: West Sussex Sexual Health Structured Interview
    • Research
    • Unite – Union
    • Publications
  • Jobs
    • Current Jobs
    • Sample Job Descriptions
  • Links
Home » Certificate of Continuous Professional Development in Sexual Health Advising Skills

Certificate of Continuous Professional Development in Sexual Health Advising Skills

August 18, 2011 By SSHA

Sexual Health Advising – Widening the remit 

Introduction

This award will develop the student’s knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of sexual health advising through a programme of self directed study.   The award can also be taken as part of the Specialist Practice Award in Public Health (Health Advising) an NMC registrable qualification. (pending validation).  The award is predominately delivered by distance learning, with the development of skills being incorporated into 4 study days.

The indicative content will examine

Issues associated with sexual health advising practice including an epidemiological overview of sexually acquired infections including HIV, the diagnosis and management of sexually acquired infections and HIV.

A historical background of the public health role of the sexual health advisor, incorporating the models and practice of partner notification and health promoting practice, including both community and hospital based practice.  Examination of current and future development of the sexual health advisors role, Legal and professional framework of sexual health advising; including historical development and examination of current legislation, professional and ethical guidelines affecting practice.

Communication models, development of skills and practice of such skills, with the individual presenting to a sexual health advisor. Exploration of specific cultural and gender issues. Examination of personal values and judgements and impact upon practice will also be explored.

The Award will give the student either 30 credits at Level Two, 30 credits at Level Three, or 30 credits at M Level. The level studied will be dependent on students individual needs.   The student will need to state which Level they require on the enrolment form.

Entrance Requirements

Working in an area where the provision of sexual health is part of the professional role.

Assessment

A reflective assignment of 2500 words (for level 5) 3000 words (for Level 6) and 3500 (for level 7) (Learning outcomes 1,2,3)  60% weighting

Multiple choice questions assessing knowledge of Sexually Acquired infections. 40% weighting

Viva voce assessing two ethical dilemmas (Learning outcome 4) Pass/Fail

All the above three summative assessments must be passed

Support

You will be offered academic support via a Award tutors.

Accreditation of Prior Learning

Students may apply for APL/APEL.  Guidelines are available from http://www.staffs.ac.uk/current/regulations/codeofprac/  to explain how this can be done

Sites

The course will be run on the Faculty of Health site at Blackheath Lane, Stafford.

Day/Time of attendance

Four study days over three weekends.

Term 1: Sat 8th Oct 2011 – 10.30 til 17.00, Sun 9th Oct 2011 -9.30 til 16.00, Sat 3rd Dec 2011 – 10.00 til 17.00, Sat 25th  Feb 2012 – 10.00 til 17.00.

Term 2: Subject to Demand

Module Length

24 weeks

Cost:   £830                            Credits:  30 at either Level 5, Level 6 or M          Level 

The Faculty reserves the right to cancel any module/course/programme or to alter venues, times or cost.  Final confirmation will be given at enrolment.

Contact Points:

Course Co-ordinator:-  Margaret Bannerman 01785 353852

Email:  marg.bannerman@staffs.ac.uk

Application Forms:

Please contact:

Life Long Learning Administration Team
Staffordshire University
Faculty of Health
Blackheath Lane
Stafford
ST18 OAD
Stafford        01785 353766

DOWNLOAD THIS DOCUMENT

Filed Under: Latest SSHA Events, Latest SSHA News, Resources Tagged With: course, nmc, public health, staffordshire university

About SSHA

The Society of Sexual Health Advisers (SSHA) is a UK national organisation with approximately 300 members out of an estimated 350 sexual health advisers in the country. It provides an opportunity for members to meet and work towards further professional development.

Recent Posts

  • Helping People to Reduce Sexual Health Risk: A Motivational Interviewing Approach February 28, 2023

Useful Links

  • BASHH
  • HPV Action
  • NAM
  • Public Health England
  • Public Health Scotland
  • Terence Higgins Trust
  • UNITE the Union

Copyright © 2023 · SSHA - Society of Sexual Health Advisers

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.Accept Read More
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT