Course Overview
This 8 week online self-paced, course is for Registered Nurses (RNs) and Registered Midwives (RMs) who are seeking competencies for Contraceptive Management Certified Practice. Students will be provided with the minimum requirements for safe assessment, provision and management of Combined Hormonal Contraception (CHC) and Progestin only Hormonal Contraception. (POHC), including prescribing. It is recommended that learners spend an average of 4 – 6 hours per week of study time. Students will become competent in the certified practice realm of Contraceptive Management (CM) as mandated by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives Registered Nurses (BCCNM)). Registered Nurses: Upon completion of the course nurses will write an Exit Evaluation and if successful, will apply to be placed on the BCCNM Certified Practices Register, apply for prescribing authority within their certified practice area and be eligible to use the certified practice designation. Registered Midwives: Upon completion of the course, midwives will write an Exit Evaluation and if successful, will apply to be placed on the BCCNM Specialized Skill Register. BCCNM/NNPBC-approved CM Decision Support Tools (DSTs) are supported by the World Health Organization & US CDC Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use. For full information on BCCNM certified practice please visit www.bccnm.ca/RN/CertifiedPractice/Pages/Default.aspx
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.0
Domestic fees
$211.41 - $649.97 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
As a healthcare practitioner, you are expected to follow professional standards of practice throughout all SN programs and courses. In this course, you will have opportunities to use the processes of critical thinking, systematic inquiry, communication, collaboration, leadership, professionalism, and clinical decision-making. Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of current relevant legislation that allows Certified Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives to provide contraception management.
- Develop a comprehensive sexual health assessment framework with a primary focus on socioeconomic determinants of health.
- Apply the knowledge of reproductive health to the practice of contraceptive management.
- Assess, analyze and refer clients with sexually transmitted infections to the appropriate Primary Health Care Provider.
- Identify types of contraceptive methods including indications, contraindications and mechanism of action.
- Analyze issues related to reproductive health and contraceptive management using systematic inquiry and critical reflection.
- Provide sexual health promotion, counselling and client education through collaborative relationships with Certified Registered Nurses, Clinicians and Primary Health Care Providers.
- Demonstrate knowledge of administrative strategies for contraceptive management.
- Integrate legal, ethical, and professional standards with comprehensive assessment, evidence-informed decision-making, safe prescribing practices, accurate documentation, and effective interprofessional collaboration to prescribe medications in alignment with BCCNM Prescribing Standards.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2026
Related Programs
Contraceptive Management in Reproductive Health for BCCNM Certification (NSPN 7720) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Health Sciences
- Pediatric Nursing Specialty (Standard Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Perinatal Nursing Specialty (Standard Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Sexual and Reproductive Health Foundations
Microcredential Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Pediatric - Standard Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
- Specialty Nursing (Perinatal - Standard Option)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are six offerings of NSPN 7720 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 59658
Dates
May 19 - Jul 12 Loading
- CRN 59658
- $649.97 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19 - Jul 12 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
Sara Miles
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This section is delivered online. There is one textbook to be purchased from the BCIT Bookstore.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 59962
Dates
May 19 - Jul 12 Loading
- CRN 59962
- $211.41 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19 - Jul 12 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
Sara Miles
Course outline
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Important information
- Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This re-registration section is for students who were unable to complete in the previous term. Re-registration is a one-time option. Students must contact Nicole Pasquino at npasquino@bcit.ca for approval.
Confirmation
Required
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No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
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CRN 67551
Dates
May 19 - Jul 12 Loading
- CRN 67551
- $336.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19 - Jul 12 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
Nicole Pasquino
Course outline
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Important information
- Available for exam challenge only.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This challenge course is for students who have special approval from BCCNP and have not been registered in BC before. Please contact the Program Coordinator for more information and approval at npasquino@bcit.ca. *Learners will NOT have access to course materials in this challenge course.
Confirmation
Required
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No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
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CRN 59649
Dates
Apr 07 - May 31 Loading
- CRN 59649
- $649.97 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - May 31 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
Sara Miles
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This section is delivered online. There is one textbook to be purchased from the BCIT Bookstore.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 59774
Dates
Apr 07 - May 31 Loading
- CRN 59774
- $211.41 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - May 31 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
Sara Miles
Course outline
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Important information
- Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This re-registration section is for students who were unable to complete in the previous term. Re-registration is a one-time option. Students must contact Nicole Pasquino at npasquino@bcit.ca for approval.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 66259
Dates
Apr 07 - May 31 Loading
- CRN 66259
- $336.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - May 31 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
Nicole Pasquino
Course outline
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Important information
- Available for exam challenge only.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This challenge course is for students who have special approval from BCCNP and have not been registered in BC before. Please contact the Program Coordinator for more information and approval at npasquino@bcit.ca. *Learners will NOT have access to course materials in this challenge course.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course offering. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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