Educating nurses--the assisted conception nursing care course of the RCN Institute

The Assisted Conception Nursing Care course of the Royal College of Nursing Institute is approaching its 5 yearly review. This professionally and academically validated course was designed in collaboration with the Fertility Nurses Group to meet the needs of those in specialist practice who are taking an increasingly significant role in the care of those needing support and treatment for fertility problems. The 6 month part-time course addresses areas as diverse as physiology and pharmacology, behavioural sciences and ethical, legal and cultural issues. There is also an emphasis on research awareness and the analysis of nursing and social policy. The course draws nurses from a wide area within the UK who particularly value the opportunity to share ideas and construct ongoing networks.