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Training and Education at FPV

For over 30 years Family Planning Victoria (FPV) has provided training and education in sexual and reproductive health. A broad range of programs are offered by qualified educators who are experts in their field.

FPV is the premier training and teaching resource for Victorians involved in sexual and reproductive health delivery. Our approach

FPV’s professional development and training courses are attended by doctors, nurses, teachers, community educators, disability educators and disability workers.

Education sessions are also provided directly to students, teenagers, people with disabilities, members of community groups, carers and parents.

FPV is a statewide organisation that works actively in both metropolitan and rural settings.

FPV provides:

  • accredited training courses for doctors and nurses
  • professional education and training programs for teachers, educators, pre-school carers, community workers, nurses and disability workers
  • tailored courses for specific professional groups eg. disability workers
  • workplace-based sexual health education for industry, sporting bodies, etc.
  • professional development for health professionals working with people with intellectual disabilities
  • curriculum development support services
  • consultancy services in health education and disability
  • schools and community education programs for students of primary schools, secondary schools, tertiary institutions and community groups
  • education programs and resources for parents and carers
  • education programs for CALD groups
  • education programs for the homeless and disadvantaged
  • resources to support education and training programs.

Seminars and Updates

Ongoing education seminars and activities are held regularly throughout the year to provide doctors, nurses, teachers and other health professionals with relevant up-to-date research, technology, information and skills. The FPV Seminar and Course Calendar provides details and dates of these.

Options Bookshop and Library

The FPV bookshop and library specialise in sexual and reproductive health resources and publications. The library also includes disability resources.

FPV has available books, videos, kits and pamphlets for children, teenagers, students, parents, people with disabilities, teachers, educators and health professionals. These publications cover specialised areas, such as safer sex, STIs, contraception, disability, pregnancy, women’s health and men’s health.

Phone: (03) 9257 0146
Email: library@fpv.org.au

Check out the Sex!Life! list of publications for an insight into how FPV can help your staff, school or colleagues improve their professional development.

Education and Training Course Enquiries and Enrolments Contact:

Phone: (03) 9257 0133
Email: registrar@fpv.org.au

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Last updated:29/09/2006
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