Group bookings ONLY: Please note this training course is only available to employers, such as NHS Trusts, CCG’s, Primary Care Networks, Training Hubs etc. This is because the course is delivered onsite within the customers training facilities for groups, as well as the logistical challenges and requirements outlined within the NHSCSP guidance.

Cervical cytology sample taker training course for accurate screening

Our cervical cytology training course has been specifically designed in-line with the NHS Cervical Screening Programme (NHSCSP) National guidelines. As anyone working in this field knows, the latest cervical screening training ensures that nurses meet all compliance regulations, take accurate samples and follow all of the required procedures and policies. Cervical screening saves lives, so it’s essential that it’s conducted according to the robust guidelines set out by the NHSCSP.

Cytology and cervical screening training - what’s covered?

With all the latest knowledge, our fully qualified nurse trainers provide a comprehensive update on cytology and cervical screening training, covering:

• Assessing and communicating with the patient
• Obtaining informed consent
• Policies and procedures
• NHSCSP guideline compliance
• Update on call/recall system
• Exclusion criteria
• Transformation zone sampling
• High risk HPV triage
• Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN)
• Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) – the sample taker’s legal obligations
• Sample taking for women who have sex with women (WSW)
• Taking the sample – a review of correct procedures
• Understanding and explaining results
• 14 day turnaround
• When to refer for colposcopy
• Auditing results
• Documentation and record keeping
• Personal and professional development
• Future prospects for cervical screening
• Question and answer time

For more information, don’t hesitate to contact us and we’ll be happy to answer your questions.

Course duration

Our Cervical Cytology training course forms the part of a "blended" learning programme, including supervised practice and mentorship in the workplace.

Assessment and certification

The course process consists of continual assessment by the course tutor, case studies, practical scenarios, OSCE's and workbook completion. Guardian Angels Training will provide the necessary competency proformas required to ensure safe and evidenced-based clinical practice following completion of our training course, allowing the registered provider to ensure mandatory competency assessments are completed within the workplace by a nominated mentor/supervisor. For more information regarding competency assessments or to request an onsite competency assessment conducted by one of our specialist registered nurse trainers, feel free to get in touch and we’ll be happy to help. Upon successful completion of the course, delegates will receive a certificate valid for 2 years.

Further information

For more information about our clinical observation training course or to learn more about our other training courses and how they can help you to deliver a better standard of patient care, please feel free to contact our team who will be happy to help.

Group bookings ONLY: Please note this training course is only available to employers, such as NHS Trusts, CCG’s, Primary Care Networks, Training Hubs etc. This is because the course is delivered onsite within the customers training facilities for groups, as well as the logistical challenges and requirements outlined within the NHSCSP guidance.