The Certificate in Contraception is a certificate awarded by the ICGP Reproductive and Sexual Health Committee. It is an educational programme which provides medical practitioners with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide a contraception service. » read more
There are three parts; » read more
The time period allowed to complete the Contraception Certificate is 2.5 years. This starts from the date you commence your Theory Course to the date you complete the Practical Course/Training. » read more
In the event that you cannot complete all the training within the 2.5 year period, you will be required to re-attend the theory course. If exceptional circumstances have delayed your training, such as severe illness, then you can apply to the RSH committee for an extension on the 2.5 year period. » read more
Complete an RSH Certificate in Contraception application form. » read more
It is the aim of the RSH Committee that all applications would be reviewed and certificates issued within a 8 week timeframe. This is based on the assumption that all components for your application have been completed satisfactorily. » read more
The cost to apply to the RSH Committee for Certification is €100.00. » read more
Yes, duplicate certificates will cost €25.00. » read more
The RSH Handbook, Logbook and application forms are available at http://www.icgp.ie/go/courses/women_s_health/cert_in_contraception. » read more
A. Any Certificate in Contraception issued from 1 January 2010 will be awarded with no expiry date. There is no process in place to re-certify this certificate. » read more