Professional Training

Family Planning Welfare Association ( FPWNT) is a registered training organisation # 2131 that offers a  range of accredited training courses across the NT, as well as nationally regonised training specialising in reproductive and sexual health matters for the health professional.  Training and courses for doctors, nurses and Aboriginal health practitioners are offered throughout the year at a number of centres across the Northern Territory. 

To see the planned training schelude, please view the 2024 Training Calendar which can be found in the downloads under 'further information' below.

To enrol in FPWNT training courses, download a copy of the Training Application form and return the completed application with all accompanying documentation as early as possible via fax, post or email.  If you have completed the theory component of one of our courses and wish to apply to complete the clinical component please download, complete and return the Clinical Training Application.

All applicants should  read the Participant Handbook Manual and the training refund policy prior to applying for training. These policies can be located under 'additional information' located at the bottom of this page. All applicants are also required to read our information sheet on unique student identification. All students undertaking nationally recognised training delivered by an RTO need to have a unique student identifier ( USI) prior to undertaking any training program.

For futher information regarding courses and training on offer, please see the relevant course brochures under 'additional information' located below.

For futher training and education queries please contact admin@fpwnt.com.au 

Community Education

Family Planning NT offers community education to a wide range of groups including schools, community groups, not-for-profit organisations and government and non-government organisations.  Our experienced educators can provide tailored training programs in all aspects of sexual and reproductive health.  Use of our on-site training room offers a fully equipped training facility as well as providing the opportunity for participants to familiarise themselves with the training, education and clinical facilities available at Family Planning NT and providing access to a wide range of resources.  For off-site training sufficient equipment must be provided to enable appropriate presentation and facilitation.  To discuss the training and education needs of your organisation please contact our Community Education Officer.

To request a training session with our Education team please complete the Request for Education form and submit it to Family Planning by fax, post or email: 

Workforce Development for Community Workers

If your interested in workforce education for your employee's or clients please contact FPWNT.

FPAA MAC Clinical Reference Group Statements

Please note: The resources here provide general information only. The suitability of such general information varies from person to person, depending on individual circumstances. Our clinical resources are subject to copyright.

If you are not a clinician then you should seek specific medical or legal advice on your individual circumstances.

Statements from the Clinical Reference Group of the Medical Advisory Committee of Family Planning Alliance Australia.

The Medical Advisory Committee of Family Planning Alliance Australia (FPAA) has released a collection of clinical statements on a range of contraceptive topics for health practitioners.

The FPAA Medical Advisory Committee is made up of senior medical educators, senior medical officers and medical directors of the member family planning organisations. The committee reviews current clinical practice and provides evidence and consenus -based recommendations for use by health practitioners.

These statements cover new and emerging issues in contraception and provide guidance in areas where evidence is lacking.

The statements relate to IUD's, Etongestrel Implants, Combined Hormonal Contraception, Emergency Contraception, Drug Interactions with Hormonal Contraceptives, General Contraception issues.