Fertility and Assisted Reproduction Teaching module for Primary & Secondary Schools

Course Overview

Participants of this online, self-paced learning course will explore ways to provide information on all aspects of fertility - including factors that promote and inhibit fertility, infertility, and assisted reproductive treatment as part of a comprehensive Relationships and Sexuality Education program. SHV online learning courses are developed by experienced sexuality educators. All curriculum materials and learning activities provided are aligned with the Victorian Curriculum.

Course Contents

This teaching module contains practical and authentic learning activities that scaffold learning from Levels 3-10 of the Victorian Curriculum. This resource has been developed with the expertise of Sexual Health Victoria (SHV) Relationships and Sexuality Education educators in conjunction with The Victorian Assisted Reproductive Treatment Authority (VARTA) and YourFertility, as well as through expert advice from teachers and educational leaders.

Learning Intentions

Participants will:

• develop knowledge, confidence, and skills to support the teaching of fertility and assisted reproductive treatments with young people
• reduce shame and stigma associated with being conceived through assisted reproductive treatments by including discussions around sperm, egg, and embryo donation or surrogacy when teaching conception
• identify methods of best practice in Relationships and Sexuality Education to support a whole-school approach
• develop strategies to answer questions with confidence
• acquire specialist activities/resources to support teaching and learning in the workplace.

Entry Requirements/Eligibility 

This course is designed for school staff (pre-service teachers/teachers/aides/welfare) and school nurses working within school settings.

Duration

2.5 hour online course.

Cost

Free for all teachers and educators.

Accreditations/Recognition

Certificate upon completion. 

Terms and Conditions

See terms and conditions for individual registrations here.

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