Services Database Emergency Hormonal Contraception (Camden Area)
Service ID
44262
Description
The service can be provided to people aged 13 to 24 (inclusive) requesting Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC) following an incident of Unprotected Sexual Intercourse (UPSI) or failure of a contraceptive method, with the aim of preventing unplanned pregnancy. This service must be provided in line with the criteria specified by the Patient Group Direction for the provision of EHC.
Location of service
Camden & Islington LPC
Commissioner
Local Authority (LA)
Method of commissioning
Source of funding
Service type
Emergency hormonal contraception
Other organisations involved
Dates
Start date:
End date:
Status
Ongoing
Training
- Has successfully completed the CPPE PGD e-learning programme or can provide evidence that they have achieved the competency levels specified in the NICE Competency Framework for Health Professionals using PGDs: http://www.nice.uk/mpc/goodpracticeguidance/GPG2.jsp;
- Can satisfy the requirements of self-declaration of qualifications and competence to deliver emergency contraceptive services according to the CPPE Programme for emergency hormonal contraception and safeguarding children and vulnerable adults; OR
- Can provide evidence of competencies achieved through other local face-to-face training which delivers the equivalent knowledge.
Comments
This service is available in the Camden area only.
