Sexual Health Update for Primary Care
Live Webinar | 3 hours CPD
Who is this course for: Nurses, GPs, and Allied Healthcare Professionalsdelivering sexual health advice, screening and signposting in primary care
Sexual Health Update for Primary Care – Course Overview
This Sexual Health Update session provides primary care healthcare professionals with an evidence‑based, clinically focused overview of common sexually transmitted infections, vaginal infections, and preventative strategies. Moreover, the course strengthens clinical confidence in recognising symptoms and taking a structured sexual history. It also helps with understanding incubation periods and with selecting appropriate testing and treatment pathways. As a result, delegates gain clearer decision‑making skills when assessing patients with sexual health concerns.
Throughout the session, participants will explore barrier methods and vaccination‑based prevention. They will also learn about the importance of identifying cases that require referral to GU/CaSH services. Additionally, the course emphasises safe, inclusive, and effective sexual health consultations. This supports clinicians in delivering high‑quality care within general practice. This is particularly valuable as sexual health presentations continue to rise. Moreover, primary care teams play a central role in early detection, treatment, and signposting.
Furthermore, the session highlights how common symptoms—such as discharge, pelvic discomfort, or recurrent infections—can indicate underlying complications. These complications require timely intervention. Consequently, delegates leave with improved confidence in managing both routine and complex presentations. This ensures patients receive appropriate advice, testing, and follow‑up.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will be able to:
- Identify the most common STIs seen in primary care using presenting symptoms and structured history‑taking
- Summarise incubation periods, testing methods and treatment options for common STIs
- Understand preventative measures including barrier methods and vaccinations
- Recognise and manage other common vaginal infections in primary care
- Know when referral to GU/CaSH services is appropriate
