Sterilization Counseling

Reno, NV

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday, April 29, 2010

In This Training

Sterilization is a permanent contraceptive option for many women and men. Because of its permanence, it is essential that cleints receive client-centered counseling to ensure fully informed decisions about this method. This workshop will cover counseling requirements for family planning staff that provide sterilization counseling.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Explain the benefits and potential complications of tubal ligation and vasectomy
• Define the Title X guidelines for informed consent for sterilization counseling
• Describe strategies for minimizing possible regret in clients opting for sterilization
• Practice how to conduct client-centered counseling

Who Should Attend

This session is designed for experienced family planning staff, with at least one year of counseling experience. Participants may include: nurses, medical assistants, health educators, community health workers and other interested program staff.

Trainers

Kimberly Aumack-Yee is an international consultant in reproductive health, training, education and multimedia materials development. With over 15 years of experience, she provides specialized training and technical assistance in areas including client education and counseling.

Confirmation

Confirmations will be sent two weeks prior to the workshop and will include specific location, directions and other details. Participants are responsible for their own meals, travel and lodging. For more information regarding registration, call CHT at 510.835.3700.

Fees

All fees are per person.

• Title X-funded agencies: $25;
• Private/Other funding: $45.
• CE units are an additional $30.

A $10 late fee will be assessed for each registration received after the deadline of April 8, 2010. Fees can be refunded if cancellation is received 5 working days prior to the session.

Note: Do not hesitate to register now; registration and fees may be sent separately.

Continuing Education

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 02604, for 6.0 contact hours. To receive credit, nurses must attend the entire course and present their license number at the workshop. All other applicants will receive certificates of participation.

Special Needs

Please contact us if you need special access or an ASL interpreter.