Qualification Overview
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Qualification Title | Conduct Cervical Screening (Micro-credential) | |||
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Qualification Type | Micro-credential | |||
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Level | 6 | |||
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Credits | 10 | |||
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Strategic Purpose Statement |
The purpose of this micro-credential is to support an eligible registered health professional in attaining competency in Human Papillomavirus ('HPV') cervical screening, and thereafter to act as an accredited cervical sample taker.
In Aotearoa New Zealand, a person taking cervical screening specimens has a legislated responsibility in accordance with Part 4A of the Health Act 1956. Given this responsibility, cervical screening tests must be requested by a 'responsible clinician' who is an accredited cervical sample taker or has cervical sample taking in their scope of practice (e.g. GP, midwife). This micro-credential prepares a registered health practitioner to become qualified as a 'responsible clinician' with the knowledge and skills to conduct cervical screening. |
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Graduate profile |
On successful completion of this micro-credential, learners/ākonga will have theoretical and practical knowledge to demonstrate competencies required for cervical sample takers under the National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP).
A registered health professional who successfully completes this micro credential will be able to undertake two screening test options - 1) a Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaginal swab test completed by or administered to a participant, and 2) taking a liquid based cytology sample from a participant which is then tested for HPV. |
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Entry Requirements |
Entry into this micro-credential is restricted to individuals who meet the following criteria:
The learner/ākonga must: 1. Be a registered health practitioner and the professional group to which they belong must have a scope of practice that includes cervical screening. Registered health practitioner may include, medical practitioner, nurse practitioner, registered nurse, enrolled nurse, or midwife. 2. Possess a current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate. 3. Be supported by a clinical supervisor (training) to complete the micro-credential practical component. 4. Possess current professional / personal indemnity insurance. 5. Have access to an appropriate client base that requires cervical screening to ensure they can maintain their competency. |
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Education Organisation | 3 Organisations can assist in gaining this qualification | |||
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Developed By | Toitu te Waiora Community, Health, Education and Social Services Workforce Development Council | |||
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Quality Assured By | New Zealand Qualifications Authority | |||
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Number | 5037 | |||
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Status | Current | |||
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Created | 2024-06-10 12:08:09.407 | |||
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Next Review | 2026-06-30 00:00:00.0 | |||
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Content |
On completion of this micro-credential, learners/ākonga will be able to:
1. Describe the aims of the National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP) and cervical screening pathway. 2. Identify Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and hauora Māori models relevant to cervical screening practice in an environment that is culturally and physically safe. 3. Identify and discuss barriers to cervical screening and strategies for improving participation and equitable outcomes. 4. Instruct a participant on how to take a Human Papillomavirus (HPV) self-test. 5. Invite participants to cervical screening and provide results and follow-up actions. 6. Apply knowledge of cervical cancer and the female genital tract to conduct cervical screening and obtain samples using clinical practice standards and guidelines. 7. Undertake reflective practice for ongoing development of cervical screening practice. Learners/ākonga will also be awarded the following unit standard: - 29556 Conduct cervical screening, Level 6, 10 credits |
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