In-service training can be used either to transfer knowledge and skills about implants to providers who did not get this in their pre-service education or to update the knowledge and skills of providers currently providing implants services (refresher training). This document provides guidelines that will increase the effectiveness of either type of training.

This document contains a set of checklists provided by Population Services International (and adapted from Jhpiego and manufacturer materials) to help their country programs assess providers' knowledge and skills in relation to implants service delivery. Also included is a facility audit checklist to ensure the proper supplies and instruments are available.

Suggested use: Use this worksheet to collect and organize data about each cadre of health care provider who will participate in the training. Collects information on such topics as their job descriptions; reading and writing levels; educational background and work experience; familiarity with computers and exposure to teaching/learning technology. 

Linking training to on-the-job performance is very important for ensuring that the participants apply the knowledge and skills acquired during the training when they return to their jobs. This sample action plan helps providers think about how to apply the new knowledge and skills achieved during training to their jobs. The training follow-up form is intended to document the number of participants who apply their new skills on the job, who retain their skills competency post-training, and the existence of factors limiting the use of participants’ skills on the job. 

Reorganizing skills among cadres is called task shifting (moving skills from one cadre to another) or task sharing (increasing the number of cadres able to perform a skill). Based on a review of the literature and country examples, the brief describes why task shifting is important and highlights some key steps in planning for, developing, and supporting cadres involved in task shifting. The guidance in this brief can be applied to task sharing for implants programs, which is needed to meet the high demand demonstrated by implants programs.

This manual was developed to provide family planning trainers and service providers with a concise source of up-to-date information on the levonorgestrel implant system, Jadelle. Developed by the manufacturer of Jadelle, it provides essential information about how to provide Jadelle safely.

This resource helps to visualize the length of Jadelle contraceptive implants.

This announcement from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) provides guidance about safe disposal of the new disposable trocar for Jadelle.

These flipcharts for providers gives illustrations and instructions for the insertion of Jadelle contraceptive implants. The 'detailed' flipchart includes images and detailed instructions for each step. The 'simple' flipchart includes larger images with less text. Jadelle is now provided with a disposable trocar that is sharp enough to penetrate the skin directly. Thus the disposable trocar can be used to puncture the skin and insert the rods, without the need for an incision.

These one-page posters or flyers include photos and short instructions on how to insert and remove Jadelle implants. They are intended as a training tool to help providers who are being trained to insert and remove Jadelle implants remember the steps. They can also be used as a job aid for providers who have already been trained to insert and remove Jadelle implants. 

Extracted from INFO Reports, "Implants: Tools for Providers," this tool includes instructions and diagrams for insertion and removal of Jadelle, Sino-implant (II), and Implanon.  

This online infection prevention course is designed to help health care providers (including doctors, medical officers, nurses, midwives, and medical/surgical assistants), supervisors of health care facilities, and medical/nursing students develop or strengthen their ability to protect themselves, their clients, and members of the surrounding community from infections. The internationally accepted practices covered in this course use low-tech approaches that are practical, simple, easy to use, and generally inexpensive. Topics covered in this course:

This video shows techniques for insertion and removal of Jadelle implants. Note that the video illustrates incision with a scalpel for insertion of Jadelle. However, Jadelle is now provided with a disposable trocar that is sharp enough to penetrate the skin directly. Thus the disposable trocar can be used to puncture the skin and insert the rods, without the need for an incision.

This document provides a brief overview of the ACQUIRE Project’s approach to training under theoverall ACQUIRE Program Model for FP/RH Service Delivery. This model of training reflects a comprehensive and holistic view that considers both the systems in which training and services are provided and the larger social and political context that affects service delivery.

This resource, intended for use by both program managers and trainers, consists of essential training information and tools for training health care providers in reproductive health and family planning (RH/FP). It draws on the training experience of EngenderHealth and a number of other organizations providing training in RH/FP for improving service delivery.

 Presents useful training tips, such as creating a positive training environment and opening activities.

 This handbook summarises a series of tasks that can be completed at each stage of a training programme to ensure an effective training course. The authors believe if readers carry out these tasks, they will have a high-quality training course. 

Prepares service providers to fulfill the role of health care trainers in public sector service delivery systems or non-governmental family planning organizations. It includes information on adult learning, facilitation skills, training methodologies, visual aides, conducting a training needs assessment and planning and evaluating training.

 Based on the concepts and principles presented in this paper, the key features of JHPIEGO's approach to training include:  

This e-learning course provides information that program managers and clinic staff can use to improve the quality of care in providing hormonal contraceptive methods. It covers information on reducing medical barriers, ensuring safe use, and supporting continuing users of hormonal methods, including implants.