Wellbeing in Sexual Health (WISH) Training
If you have any questions or queries regarding WISH Training , please complete the WISH Training Enquiry form here
All courses are available as CPD sessions to any professionals in Bucks, please fill out the enquiry form for information on booking at a time/date that is suitable for your group
The WISH training programme is commissioned by Buckinghamshire County Council. All courses are facilitated by Terrence Higgins Trust, a specialist sexual health service that is part of the new bSHaW (Buckinghamshire Sexual Health and Wellbeing) service.
The overall aim of the WISH programme is to promote the sexual health and wellbeing of all Buckinghamshire residents and to equip those working with individuals of all ages, gender, ethnicity, disability or sexuality with the knowledge, skills and tools to develop resilience, respect and to promote consensual healthy and safe sexual relationships.
WISH training is only available to professionals working in Buckinghamshire organisations.
Please Note: Due to the current government advice, we are unable to deliver training in person for the forseeable future. All courses on the WISH programme are being delivered remotely via a webinar and the courses will run for up to two hours. Please consider this when booking on to a course.
We thank you for your understanding.
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Sessions
- Wellbeing in Sexual Health (WISH) Training Tier 1
- Wellbeing in Sexual Health (WISH) Training Tier 2
- Wellbeing in Sexual Health Refresher
- Delivering Relationships & Sex Education in Schools/Academies
- Child Exploitation and CEOP
- Pornography and Online Awareness
- Wellbeing in Sexual Health (WISH) Training for SEND
- Identity Awareness
- STIs and HIV Awareness – 1 Hour Session
- Contraception Awareness -1 Hour session
- Service Update – 30 minute session
- Q&A with a Youth Engagement Officer
- Consent and the Law
Wellbeing in Sexual Health (WISH) Training Tier 1
Overview of session
The aim of the session is for all involved to have a clearer understanding of the Sexual Offences Act 2003 and other related laws, to improve knowledge on puberty and the menstruation cycle in preparation for progressing on to WISH Tier 2.
To be a C-Card site, Tier 1 training needs to be completed before Tier 2 can be achieved.
Course Objectives
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To identify the changes that occur during puberty
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To be able to explain the stages of the menstrual cycle
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To develop knowledge on the Sexual Offences Act 2003 and consent
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To understand the importance of Fraser guidelines and safeguarding
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To gain information on local and national data, campaigns, services and initiatives
Who should attend
This course provides basic sexual health training for professionals in Buckinghamshire working with people in an education, health, youth work or care setting. If you have not attended the WISH Tier 1 within the past three years , please attend this course.
Course Schedule
Wellbeing in Sexual Health (WISH) Training Tier 2
Overview of session
The aim of the session is for all involved to be confident in offering sexual health advice and guidance, to deliver pregnancy tests, chlamydia tests and to provide C-Card and condoms to under 25s
Course Objectives
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Recognise the pressures surrounding young people and sex
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Define and increase an understanding of STIs and HIV
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Improve your knowledge on contraception
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Develop the skills to offer the C-Card and condoms to under 25s
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Develop the knowledge to confidently deliver chlamydia screening and pregnancy testing
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Gain information on local and national data, campaigns, services and initiatives
Who should attend
This course is aimed at practitioners who are planning to be involved in the distribution of condoms through the registered condom distribution outlets.
Applicants must have completed WISH Tier 1 before they attend Tier 2.
Course Schedule
Wellbeing in Sexual Health Refresher
Overview of session
The aim of the session is for all involved to have a refresher of their WISH Tier 1 and WISH Tier 2 training and to provide an update on Sexual Health service and information
Course Objectives
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To continue to develop an understanding of appropriate, healthy and professional conversations regarding relationships and sex with young people
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To extend current knowledge on Law, STIs, Contraception
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To be able to offer up to date and relevant information to young people
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To gain information on local and national data, campaigns, services and initiatives
Who should attend
This session is only for those who have completed the WISH Tier 1 and 2 training and require a refresher. These sessions may be cancelled and rearranged if we do not have enough attendees book on the course. For groups bookings, please contact our team directly on Info.SexualHealthBucks@tht.org.uk
Delivering Relationships & Sex Education in Schools/Academies
Overview of session
The aim of the sessions is for all involved to be more confident in planning, preparing and delivering sessions on RSE.
Please complete the RSE Course Enquiry form to express your interest in attending a course and we will send you further information.
Course Objectives
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Identify the changes in legislation and how this influences you
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Recognise the importance of teaching RSE topics that give young people the correct information and choice to make decisions
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Develop knowledge of the Sexual Offences Act 2003 and other relating laws
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Understand the role of the teacher in ensuring everyone is safeguarded
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Have an awareness of resources and quality assurance
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Identify suitable local services to signpost and how they can support everyone
Who should attend
Teachers and Professionals who work in Buckinghamshire secondary schools and/or who deliver PHSE or RSE to young people within Buckinghamshire.
Course Schedule
Child Exploitation and CEOP
Overview of session
The aim of the session is for all professionals that are discussing sexual health with young people have an increased understanding and awareness of Child Exploitation.
Course Objectives
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Develop knowledge of all forms of CE
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Have an understanding of the vulnerabilities to CE
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Increase an awareness of hidden forms of CE
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Understand the importance of the role of the professional
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Gain confidence in discussing CE when discussing sexual health with young people
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Identify the role of CEOP and reporting
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Know where to refer for further information, support and or guidance
Who should attend
This course provides basic information on Child Exploitation, CEOP and how this could be impact a young persons sexual health. The course is aimed at professionals in Bucks with safeguarding responsibilities, who work with young people, have discussions with young people on sexual health and/or offer sexual health services (C-Card) to young people.
Course Schedule
Pornography and Online Awareness
Please note on 11th March 2021, Identity Awareness Training course will be running in the morning 9.30am – 1.00pm, if delegates wish to attend both courses, please register for both sessions separately.
Course Objectives
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Identify what pornography is and how it may be affecting young people
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Increase your awareness of online sites, apps and services young people are using
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Understand the law, regulations and safety features of online sites, apps and services
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Recognise ways to inform and discuss online safety with young people
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Have an awareness of resources and quality assurance
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Identify suitable services and how they can support everyone
Who should attend
Professionals in Buckinghamshire working with people in an education, health, youth work or care setting.
Course Schedule
Wellbeing in Sexual Health (WISH) Training for SEND
Overview of session
The course will give participants a basic knowledge and understanding of the communication issues around relationships and sex with young people with learning difficulties and disabilities. It will provide an overview of the safeguarding processes with regards to young people with learning disabilities and explain how this differs from those young people without a learning disability.
Course Objectives
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Explore personal issues and concerns regarding this client group
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Examine different methods of communication with this client group and how they can be used in a consultation / conversation
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Gain an understanding of the best resources to support in full young people in an SRE education setting
Who should attend
This course is aimed at professionals who work/support young people with SEND in organisations and services within Buckinghamshire
Course Schedule
Identity Awareness
Course Objectives
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Expand your knowledge and language around sexuality and gender identity
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Recognise the changes in laws in the UK and around the world for the people who identify as LGBTQ+
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Discuss how to challenge language and behaviours that are LGBTQ-phobic
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Understand how to support young people who may be exploring their own sexuality and gender identity
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To gain information on local and national data, campaigns, services and initiatives
Who should attend
This training is aimed at any professionals working with young people across Buckinghamshire.
Course Schedule
STIs and HIV Awareness – 1 Hour Session
Please note that this 1 Hour course is currently only being run via Zoom. Please fill out the STI’s and HIV Awareness Enquiry Form for more information regarding booking a session
Overview of session
The aim of the session is for all involved to have a clear understanding and improved knowledge on STIs/HIV
Course Objectives
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To gain an understanding of how STIs are transmitted, the symptoms and prevention
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To develop knowledge on HIV and effective medication
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To gain information on local and national data, campaigns, services and initiatives
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To be able to signpost young people for more information on STIs and HIV
Course Schedule
Contraception Awareness -1 Hour session
Please note that this 1 hour course is currently only being run via Zoom. Please fill out the Contraception Awareness Course Enquiry Form for more information regarding booking a session
Overview of session
The aim of the session is for all involved to have a clear understanding and improved knowledge on the different types of contraception available.
Course Objectives
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To develop knowledge on the different types of contraception available
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To gain an understanding on how a variety of contraception works and the benefits and drawbacks to the contraception
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To gain information on local and national data, campaigns, services and initiatives
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To be able to signpost young people for more information on contraception options
Course Schedule
Service Update – 30 minute session
Please note that this 30 minute course is currently only being run via Zoom. Please fill out the Service Update Enquiry Form for more information regarding booking a session
Overview of session
The aim of the session is for all involved to have a clear understanding and improved knowledge on the local sexual health services in Buckinghamshire
Course Objectives
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To gain information, updates and changes to local sexual health services
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To be able to signpost young people to the sexual health services they require
Course Schedule
Q&A with a Youth Engagement Officer
Please note that this course is currently only being run via Zoom. The length of time for the session can be discussed between the professionals and our team. If you would like to speak to our team for 10minutes or an hour, either can be arranged. Please fill out the Q&A with a Youth Engagement Officer Course Enquiry Form for more information regarding booking a session
Overview of session
An online Q&A session with at least one of our youth engagement officers (YEO) to discuss any queries or questions you have regarding discussing relationships and sex with young people with sexual health professions.
Course Objectives
The aim of the session is for all involved to increase their knowledge and confidence in discussing relationships and sexual health topics with young people.
This course will offer first hand professional suggestions to boost knowledge, confidence and to reassure attendees that they are able to have appropriate and well informed conversations about relationships and sex with young people. Throughout the course the team will offer reputable and suitable websites, organisations and information for signposting in Buckinghamshire and nationwide.
Who should attend
This course is aimed at all professionals, working in Bucks, who will be having or are currently having conversations on relationships and sex with young people.
Attendees of the course will be asked to provide examples/scenarios they have been in or discussions they have had with young people and listen to the suggestions from the YEO.
Course Schedule
Consent and the Law
Please note that this short course is currently only being run via Zoom. Please fill out the Consent and the Law Course Enquiry Form for more information regarding booking a session
Overview of session
To understand elements of the Sexual Offences Act 2003, other relevant laws and to be able to appropriately share with young people and professionals when discussing relationships and sex.
The aim of the sessions is For all involved to increase their awareness and understanding of the law and the importance of consent.
Course Objectives
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To understand what consent is and is not
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To be aware of how consent is given, when it cannot be given and who can consent to sex
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To increase your knowledge in the Sexual Offences Act 2003 and other relating laws
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To increase your confidence in having conversations around consent and the law with regards to relationships and sex
Who should attend
This course is aimed at all professionals, working in Bucks, who will be having or are currently having conversations on relationships and sex with young people and would like a basic understanding of the law and promoting consent.