Contraceptive Implant (Implanon NXT®) Insertion & Removal Training

Posted Friday 15 November 2024 | True Relationships and reproductive health

Implanon NXT® insertion and removal training consists of simulated practice on model arms will occur under supervision in small groups by an experienced Implanon NXT® clinical trainer. Please register for a session to attend and complete your simulation practice with the trainer.

The self-paced, online course (which must be completed prior to the face-to-face simulation session) covers the following topics:

• long Acting Reversible Contraceptives (LARC) Composition and mechanism of action
• efficacy Side effects, including bleeding patterns and guidance of management
• patient suitability, contraindications, and medication interactions
• patient consent
• timing of initiation of contraception
• insertion procedure, including anatomical considerations
• removal procedure
• reinsertion procedure
• post-procedure patient advice
• advice for complex implants, such as deeply inserted implants.

This course has pre requisite learning that must be completed prior to attending the face to face session.