Diploma of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (DFSRH)
Doctors who have attended the DFSRH theory course prior to 31 December 2009 (modules 1-6 or modules 1-4 and STIF), please click here.
The new DFSRH training package
DFSRH training involves three stages:
- e-learning for theory background; the e-SRH programme
- Course of 5; five hours of small group workshops
- Clinical experience and assessment
Please note that the 3 stages of training build on each other and it is advisable to check on local waiting times and availability of the third Step clinical experience and assessment before deciding when to embark on DFSRH training.
Click below for a more detailed introduction to the new DFSRH training package -
An introduction from the General Training Committee
This is a blended learning package, underpinned by an e-portfolio which will be used as a record of progress and as a learning tool in its own right.
The theoretical knowledge in which the diploma is grounded is delivered in an innovative e-learning package (e-SRH) developed with the Department of Health´s e-Learning for Healthcare. Modules on topics covering areas such as contraception, sexual behaviour and STI testing and screening will be delivered in sessions taking about 20 minutes, and the entire course is estimated to take about 30 hours. The sessions are interactive, with animations, video clips and self-assessment questions. There are links to current guidelines and other resources. 2 modules will cover the theory required for the LoC IUT and SDI.
This will also be a fantastic resource for CPD; all those involved in SRH delivery, particularly those who teach are encouraged to follow the course themselves.
Trainees will be encouraged to commence the diploma at a suitable point in their medical training, and will be expected to be able to perform basic procedures such as pelvic examination and giving intramuscular injections before they proceed to clinical assessments.
Following successful completion of the e-SRH, trainees will move on to the ´Course of 5´. This comprises 5 one hour sessions with fixed content, and includes nine diploma assessments. This may be run as a one day course, or as individual sessions. The course is delivered to groups of 4 trainees or less which will ensure there is opportunity to put theoretical knowledge into practice.
Trainees will thus be well prepared for their clinical experience and assessments, which may take place in a variety of locations including community clinics and general practice. They will be assessed in 7 topic areas covering the breadth of sexual and reproductive health. Most assessments will be through direct observation of consultations, but there will be an opportunity for reflective discussion of consultations that have not necessarily been observed by the trainer.
The programme has been developed with an educationalist´s support. The course designers have consulted widely across the field of SRH including contributions from trainers, trainees, user representation, community SRH providers, general practice, gynaecology, and GUM. Your comments and feedback would be most welcome. Please direct these to the General Training committee, FSRH.
Click on each ‘Step’ to access associated forms
Step 1 Pre-diploma requirements
Before embarking on the training, you should have read the training requirements for the DFSRH:
DFSRH Overview.
Step 2 Register with the Faculty for your e-portfolio and access to e-learning
Progress through the whole DFSRH programme is recorded in a personal e-portfolio. The theory component is delivered as the e-SRH e-learning programme.
Click here to register for both e learning and e portfolio. Note that registration details can take a week to arrive.
Step 3 Complete e-SRH learning package
Once your registration form has been processed, you will be provided with login details for the e-SRH programme.
Step 4 Attend Course of 5
Course of 5 involves 5 intensive hours of workshops and assessments which must be passed before candidates move on to clinical training.
The 3 pre entry forms in your e-portfolio should have been completed prior to attendance at a Course of 5.
Please note; candidates should ensure they can access clinical experience ideally within 6 months of attending the Course of 5.
Step 5 Clinical experience and assessment
Step 6 Submit completed forms to apply for the DFSRH
Application for the DFSRH
On completion of the programme, you will need to submit -
Application and award of your Diploma needs to be within 12 months of completion of the DFSRH training programme.
Charges
- There is an initial fee of £50 to the Faculty for the administration of the e-portfolio, which underpins the DFSRH and is also an essential electronic record of progress.
- Access to the e-SRH is free of charge.
- Course of 5 (C5): these are individually costed at local level (click on Step 4, above, for list of current C5s).
- Clinical experience and assessment: there may also be a fee for this, by agreement with the local General Training Programme (GTP) (click on Step 5, above, for list of GTP contacts).
- On completion there is a registration fee to obtain your DFSRH. This is a fixed cost, as detailed in the current year´s fee schedule
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