Introduction to Initial Cervical Screening Sample Taker Training

Course Content:-

The training pathway will cover:

• Directed pre-course reading (approximately 3 hours prior to the training dates)

• Initial theory learning (12 hours, including 3 hours practical element)

• A visit to colposcopy & the cytology laboratory - organised by the trainee

• Undertake observed, directly supervised and unsupervised samples

• A series of assessments and portfolio work

• External assessment (provided by the training provider - Suffolk GP Federation

• Submission of the completed training record (verified by the trainee, mentor, assessor and training provider)

For further information on the education pathway for cervical screening please see - Education pathway - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)