This session discusses the basic attributes of long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) methods and how to use the WHO Medical Eligibility Criteria (MEC) for Contraceptive Use Wheel / App and Quick Reference Chart in recommending safe and effective contraception methods for clients with medical conditions.
This session describes family planning counseling and how to use the Balanced Counseling Strategy (BCS+) job aids to assist a client in making an informed decision about whether to use contraception and which method to choose.
This session describes the fundamental principles of rights-based sexual and reproductive health care.
This session explains standard precautions for infection control and prevention and the infection prevention practices recommended for the provision of LARC services.
This session reviews the steps of loading, insertion, and removal of copper IUDs in the interval period and the steps of one-rod /two-rod Implant insertion and removal.
During this session, participants will demonstrate the steps of loading, inserting, and removing a Copper IUD using the “no-touch” technique and the steps of inserting and removing one and/or two-rod implants using models.
This session discusses how providers’ opinions, values, and attitudes can affect, positively or negatively, their relationship with clients and the services provided.
This session discusses the management of common side effects and potential complications, and how to address rumors and misconceptions associated with LARC methods.
During this session, participants will demonstrate the steps of loading, inserting, and removing a Copper IUD using the “no-touch” technique and the steps of inserting and removing one and/or two-rod implants using models.
During this session, participants will complete a knowledge assessment and have their post-training skills assessed for IUD and implant insertion and removal techniques.
During this session, participants will discuss opportunities for ongoing skills practice and post-training activities, develop a simple action plan for LARC service provision, and explain how the training met their expectations and course objectives.
Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives in Crisis Settings
IAWG Training Partner InitiativeThese materials are designed for use by clinical trainers conducting brief refresher face-to-face training workshops on providing long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) services and family planning counseling, particularly in crisis settings or with limited resources. The target audience for this training is health care providers already familiar with LARCs, including insertion and removal of intrauterine devices (IUDs) and implants.
![Illustration of medical professional speaking with patient about LARC options.](https://cdn.iawg.rygn.io/media/_smallCrop/LARC-Thumbnail.jpg?v=1722886961)