Nurses and midwives are uniquely positioned to support women throughout their healthcare journey and address women’s health issues within their practice.
Although these courses have been designed for nurses and midwives, other healthcare professionals are welcome to participate.
Introduction to women’s health – for nurses
Learn foundational knowledge about women’s health and nursing in the women’s health context. It’s recommended you complete this course before progressing to our other courses
Course cost: Free
- self-paced, online
- expected duration: 30 minutes
- unlimited access for 3 months from the registration date.
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health education activities can be used to fulfil the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements of many registered health professions.
A certificate of completion will be emailed for your CPD records.
- This course is assessed using multiple choice quizzes.
- A minimum passing score of 80% is required for each quiz.
Your certificate of completion will be emailed to you by a member of our team within 5 business days of completing this course.
Understanding female reproductive anatomy and hormones – for nurses
Learn foundational knowledge about women’s health and nursing in the women’s health context. It’s recommended you complete this course before progressing to our other courses
Course cost: Free
- self-paced, online
- expected duration: 30 minutes
- unlimited access for 3 months from the registration date.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- describe the key principles of nursing in women’s health
- identify sociocultural factors that prevent women and girls from benefiting from quality health services.
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health education activities can be used to fulfil the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements of many registered health professions.
A certificate of completion will be emailed for your CPD records.
- This course is assessed using multiple choice quizzes.
- A minimum passing score of 80% is required for each quiz.
Your certificate of completion will be emailed to you by a member of our team within 5 business days of completing this course.
Understanding periods and the menstrual cycle – for nurses
Improve your knowledge and understanding of periods and the menstrual cycle, including menstrual conditions.
Course cost: Free
- self-paced, online
- expected duration: 30 minutes
- unlimited access for 3 months from the registration date.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- identify the four main phases of the menstrual cycle
- describe the signs of irregular periods
- describe common conditions associated with periods.
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health education activities can be used to fulfil the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements of many registered health professions.
A certificate of completion will be emailed for your CPD records.
- This course is assessed using multiple choice quizzes.
- A minimum passing score of 80% is required for each quiz.
Your certificate of completion will be emailed to you by a member of our team within 5 business days of completing this course.
Understanding menopause – for nurses and midwives
Improve your knowledge and understanding of menopause, including key management principles.
Course cost: Free
- self-paced, online
- expected duration: 60 minutes
- unlimited access for 3 months from the registration date.
Course funding
A key action in the Women’s Health Strategy 2020-2030 is to support women and their healthcare providers to manage the effects of menopause by increasing training on menopause for health professionals.
With funding from the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, Jean Hailes is offering this course free of charge.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- identify the difference between perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause
- describe the nurse and midwife’s role in menopause management.
Completion of this educational activity entitles eligible participants to claim 1 CPD hour.
It has been endorsed by the Australian Practice Nurses Association (APNA), the Australian College of Midwives (ACM) and the Australasian Menopause Society (AMS) for 1 hour of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
- This course is assessed using multiple choice quizzes.
- A minimum passing score of 80% is required for each quiz.
Your certificate of completion will be emailed to you by a member of our team within 5 business days of completing this course.
Understanding vulval health – for nurses and midwives
Improve your knowledge and understanding of vulval health, including anatomy and conditions that affect the vulva.
Course cost: Free
- self-paced, online
- expected duration: 40 minutes
- unlimited access for 3 months from the registration date.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- label the anatomy of the vulva, and describe variations in vulval anatomy
- outline common vulval conditions and management options.
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health education activities can be used to fulfil the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements of many registered health professions.
A certificate of completion will be emailed for your CPD records.
- This course is assessed using multiple choice quizzes.
- A minimum passing score of 80% is required for each quiz.
Your certificate of completion will be emailed to you by a member of our team within 5 business days of completing this course.
Understanding contraception – for nurses and midwives
Gain a comprehensive understanding of contraception for women, including the different types of contraceptives available in Australia.
Course cost: Free
- This course is self-paced and online.
- The expected duration is 90 minutes.
- Access is unlimited for three months from registration date.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify the different types of contraceptives available in Australia.
- Outline the indications for contraceptive medications, including both contraceptive and non-contraceptive uses.
- Describe the contemporary issues associated with contraception.
- Summarise how nurses and midwives contribute to informed decision-making regarding contraceptive options.
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health education activities can be used to fulfill the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements of many registered health professions.
Completion of this educational activity entitles eligible participants to claim 1.5 CPD hours.
Upon completion of this activity, a certificate of completion will be emailed for your CPD records.
- This course is assessed using multiple choice quizzes.
- A minimum 80% passing score is required for each quiz.
Your certificate of completion will be emailed to you by a member of our team within 5 business days of completing this course.
Understanding endometriosis – for nurses and midwives
Gain a comprehensive understanding of endometriosis and adenomyosis, including the symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and management.
Course cost: Free
- This course is self-paced and online.
- The expected duration is 60 minutes.
- Access is unlimited for three months from registration date.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- define endometriosis and adenomyosis, including the symptoms and risk factors.
- describe the impact that endometriosis has on women in Australia
- explain how endometriosis is diagnosed, including the difference between clinical and definitive diagnosis
- identify the different ways to manage endometriosis and support patients in making informed decisions.
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health education activities can be used to fulfill the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements of many registered health professions.
Completion of this educational activity entitles eligible participants to claim 1 CPD hours.
Upon completion of this activity, a certificate of completion will be emailed for your CPD records.
- This course is assessed using multiple choice quizzes.
- A minimum 80% passing score is required for each quiz.
Your certificate of completion will be emailed to you by a member of our team within 5 business days of completing this course.
Understanding pelvic floor health – for nurses and midwives
Improve your knowledge and understanding of the pelvic floor health to support patients with pelvic floor dysfunction and conditions that impact the pelvic floor.
Course cost: Free
- This course is self-paced and online.
- The expected duration is 30-60 minutes.
- Access is unlimited for three months from registration date.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- define the role and function of the pelvic floor muscles
- list the common symptoms and presentations of pelvic floor dysfunction.
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health education activities can be used to fulfill the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements of many registered health professions.
This course has been endorsed by the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) for 1 CPD Hour and the Australian College of Midwives (ACM) for 0.5 CPD hour of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Upon completion of this activity, a certificate of completion will be emailed for your CPD records.
- This course is assessed using multiple choice quizzes.
- A minimum 80% passing score is required for each quiz.
Your certificate of completion will be emailed to you by a member of our team within 5 business days of completing this course.
Understanding polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) – for nurses and midwives
Improve your knowledge and understanding of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Course cost: Free
- This course is self-paced and online.
- The expected duration is 30-60 minutes.
- Access is unlimited for three months from registration date.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- identify the signs and symptoms of PCOS
- outline the health risks, including mental health risks, associated with PCOS.
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health education activities can be used to fulfill the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements of many registered health professions.
Completion of this educational activity entitles eligible participants to claim 0.5-1 CPD hour.
It has been endorsed by the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) and the Australian College of Midwives (ACM) for 1 hour of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Upon completion of this activity, a certificate of completion will be emailed for your CPD records.
- This course is assessed using multiple choice quizzes.
- A minimum 80% passing score is required for each quiz.
Your certificate of completion will be emailed to you by a member of our team within 5 business days of completing this course.
Understanding women’s health checks – for nurses and midwives
Improve your knowledge and understanding of health checks for women and provide education about key health checks at different stages of life.
Course cost: Free
- This course is self-paced and online.
- The expected duration is 45 minutes.
- Access is unlimited for three months from registration date
- Check out the Jean Hailes Her Health Check tool.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- identify health checks for women at different stages of their life
- explain the available options for cervical screening
- explain the important steps involved in a self-breast examination.
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health education activities can be used to fulfill the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements of many registered health professions.
This course has been endorsed by the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA). Completion of this educational activity entitles eligible participants to claim 45 CPD minutes.
This course has been endorsed by the Australian College of Midwives (ACM). Completion of this educational activity entitles eligible participants to claim 0.5 CPD hours.
Upon completion of this activity, a certificate of completion will be emailed for your CPD records.
- This course is assessed using multiple choice quizzes.
- A minimum 80% passing score is required for each quiz.
Your certificate of completion will be emailed to you by a member of our team within 5 business days of completing this course.
Evidence and medical knowledge is constantly changing. The authors have taken care to ensure that the information on this page is accurate and up to date at the time it was created. This content is intended for healthcare professionals who should always manage patients within their scope of practice and work within local policies and practices. This content is not intended for members of the general public.
