[This notice is posted here on 23 November 2004 as a courtesy to our colleagues in the NZ MoH and to keep the cytology community informed of developments. - CJW]
The National Screening Unit, a separate unit of the Ministry of Health is looking to contract with an organisation to develop, organise and deliver national training for cytology laboratories contracted to the National Cervical Screening Programme. A national "independent" training programme with the flexibility to provide training in main centres is the preferred model.
The National Cervical Screening Programme's aim is to reduce the incidence and mortality rate of cervical cancer among women within New Zealand This is achieved by the detection and treatment of pre-cancerous squamous cell changes.
The initial desired outcome is that all laboratory health professionals involved in cervical cytology have ready access to relevant, affordable, appropriate ongoing training that enables them to maintain and develop their skills. This training will assist the workforce to meet the requirements specified by the National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP) Operational Policy and Quality Standards.
Registrations of interest are invited from organisations that have experience in the development and implementation of training and education programmes for health professionals.
To register your interest, please contact:
Kathryn Allen
Executive Assistant
National Screening Unit,
Private Bag 92522, Wellesley Street, Auckland
Phone (09) 580 9003
Email kathryn_allen@moh.govt.nz
Registrations of interest are to be submitted to the National Screening Unit by 5pm Wednesday 8 December 2004.