IUD Insertion Course
This comprehensive IUD insertion course equips clinicians with the clinical knowledge, procedural technique, and patient communication skills needed to provide safe, effective intrauterine contraception. From anatomy and eligibility screening to insertion, removal, and complication management, every core competency is covered. Build the confidence to perform IUD procedures independently and deliver equitable, patient-centred care.
What you will learn:
You will gain a thorough understanding of uterine anatomy, IUD device types, and evidence-based eligibility screening so that you can identify the right candidate and the right device every time. You will learn step-by-step insertion and removal techniques for both hormonal and copper IUDs, including how to manage difficult insertions and missing strings. The course covers informed consent, trauma-informed care, and health literacy strategies to strengthen every patient encounter. You will also develop skills in complication recognition, ultrasound-based position confirmation, and long-term follow-up management. Documentation standards, billing codes, and quality improvement methods round out your clinical practice.
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Course content
8 Chapters • 37 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)
Chapter 1HideHide detailsSee detailsFoundations of IUD Anatomy and Types
Foundations of IUD Anatomy and Types
Lesson 1 • Regulatory and Safety Standards
Outlines device approval pathways, labeling requirements, and post-market surveillance obligations. Grounds clinical practice in the regulatory framework governing IUD use.
Lesson 2 • Uterine Anatomy Relevant to IUD Placement
Covers uterine zones, cervical canal dimensions, and fundal positioning. Establishes the anatomical framework required for all subsequent insertion technique chapters.
Lesson 3 • Overview of IUD Device Categories
Distinguishes hormonal and copper IUD designs, sizes, and release mechanisms. Provides the product knowledge base needed for evidence-based device selection.
Lesson 4 • Contraceptive Efficacy and Duration
Presents failure rates, approved durations, and off-label extended use data. Connects device selection to patient reproductive goals discussed in counselling.
Chapter 2HideHide detailsSee detailsPatient Assessment and Eligibility Screening
Patient Assessment and Eligibility Screening
Lesson 1 • Shared Decision-Making and Device Selection
Integrates screening findings with patient preferences to select the optimal device. Prepares clinicians to document a clear clinical rationale for device choice.
Lesson 2 • Reproductive and Gynecologic History
Structures intake of parity, prior IUD use, STI history, and menstrual patterns. Links history findings directly to device selection and timing decisions.
Lesson 3 • Physical Examination Before Insertion
Guides bimanual exam, speculum inspection, and uterine position assessment. Ensures physical findings are integrated into the insertion plan before the procedure.
Lesson 4 • Laboratory and Diagnostic Screening
Identifies required STI testing, pregnancy testing, and Pap status review. Establishes the diagnostic baseline that protects patient safety during insertion.
Lesson 5 • Medical Eligibility Criteria Framework
Applies evidence-based eligibility categories to IUD candidacy decisions. Translates global contraceptive eligibility guidance into practical screening workflows.
Chapter 3HideHide detailsSee detailsInformed Consent and Patient Counselling
Informed Consent and Patient Counselling
Lesson 1 • Counselling on Expected Side Effects
Prepares patients for cramping, spotting, and menstrual changes by device type. Reduces early discontinuation by setting accurate expectations before insertion.
Lesson 2 • Counselling on Risks and Warning Signs
Teaches clinicians to communicate expulsion, perforation, and infection risks clearly. Equips patients to recognise warning signs requiring urgent follow-up.
Lesson 3 • Elements of Valid Informed Consent
Defines disclosure, comprehension, voluntariness, and capacity as consent pillars. Ensures clinicians meet ethical and professional standards before every procedure.
Lesson 4 • Health Literacy and Communication Strategies
Applies plain language, teach-back, and visual aids to improve patient understanding. Bridges literacy gaps to ensure equitable access to informed consent.
Chapter 4HideHide detailsSee detailsProcedure Preparation and Infection Control
Procedure Preparation and Infection Control
Lesson 1 • Patient Positioning and Draping
Establishes lithotomy positioning, draping standards, and patient comfort optimisation. Correct positioning directly improves visualization and insertion accuracy.
Lesson 2 • Emergency Preparedness in the Procedure Room
Identifies vasovagal response, anaphylaxis, and perforation as procedural emergencies. Prepares clinicians to respond immediately without leaving the procedure room.
Lesson 3 • Instrument and Supply Preparation
Covers tray setup, speculum selection, tenaculum, sound, and IUD package handling. Ensures all instruments are ready and verified before the patient is positioned.
Lesson 4 • Pain Assessment and Management Options
Reviews validated pain scales, topical anaesthetics, NSAIDs, and paracervical block technique. Integrates pain management planning into pre-procedure preparation.
Lesson 5 • Sterile and Aseptic Technique Principles
Defines sterile field maintenance, hand hygiene, and glove selection for IUD procedures. Prevents procedure-related infection through rigorous aseptic practice.
Chapter 5HideHide detailsSee detailsStep-by-Step IUD Insertion Technique
Step-by-Step IUD Insertion Technique
Lesson 1 • String Trimming and Final Inspection
Establishes string length standards, trimming technique, and post-insertion cervical inspection. Proper string management enables reliable self-check and future removal.
Lesson 2 • Cervical Visualization and Preparation
Guides speculum placement, cervical antiseptic application, and os identification. Proper visualization is the prerequisite for every subsequent insertion step.
Lesson 3 • IUD Loading and Insertion Sequence
Covers device loading into the insertion tube, depth setting, and fundal placement. Correct loading and placement technique minimizes expulsion and malposition risk.
Lesson 4 • Immediate Post-Insertion Assessment
Guides vital sign monitoring, pain assessment, and patient recovery observation. Identifies early complications before the patient leaves the clinical setting.
Lesson 5 • Uterine Sounding Procedure
Teaches sound insertion, depth measurement, and uterine position confirmation. Sounding data directly determines IUD loading depth and insertion angle.
Chapter 6HideHide detailsSee detailsManaging Complications and Adverse Events
Managing Complications and Adverse Events
Lesson 1 • Uterine Perforation: Prevention and Response
Covers perforation risk factors, intra-procedural recognition, and immediate management steps. Emphasizes technique adjustments that reduce perforation incidence.
Lesson 2 • Infection and Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Distinguishes insertion-related infection from pre-existing PID and guides antibiotic management. Determines when IUD removal is required versus conservative treatment.
Lesson 3 • Expulsion: Recognition and Management
Identifies partial and complete expulsion signs, risk factors, and reinsertion criteria. Prepares clinicians to counsel patients on self-check and return visit triggers.
Lesson 4 • Difficult Insertion and Failed Attempts
Addresses cervical stenosis, patient anxiety, and anatomical challenges causing insertion failure. Provides structured decision pathways for rescheduling or referral.
Lesson 5 • Malposition and Displacement
Uses ultrasound findings to classify IUD malposition and determine clinical response. Connects imaging interpretation to reinsertion or removal decisions.
Chapter 7HideHide detailsSee detailsIUD Removal Techniques and Reinsertion
IUD Removal Techniques and Reinsertion
Lesson 1 • Same-Visit Reinsertion Protocols
Establishes eligibility criteria and timing for immediate reinsertion after removal. Reduces contraceptive gaps by enabling seamless device transition in one visit.
Lesson 2 • Removal in Special Circumstances
Covers removal during pregnancy, menopause, and post-expiration scenarios. Ensures clinicians apply appropriate technique modifications for non-routine removals.
Lesson 3 • Routine IUD Removal Procedure
Guides string identification, steady traction technique, and post-removal inspection. Establishes the standard removal sequence applicable to most clinical encounters.
Lesson 4 • Managing Missing or Embedded Strings
Addresses string retraction, endocervical string retrieval, and imaging-guided removal. Prepares clinicians for the most common removal complication encountered in practice.
Chapter 8HideHide detailsSee detailsFollow-Up Care and Long-Term Management
Follow-Up Care and Long-Term Management
Lesson 1 • Ongoing Monitoring and Annual Review
Structures annual IUD status review within routine gynecologic care visits. Ensures device integrity and continued eligibility are reassessed over time.
Lesson 2 • Planning Removal and Future Contraception
Guides timing of elective removal, fertility return counselling, and contraceptive transition planning. Prepares patients for seamless transition at end of device use.
Lesson 3 • Post-Insertion Follow-Up Visit
Defines the timing, content, and documentation of the first follow-up visit. Detects early complications and reinforces patient self-monitoring behaviors.
Lesson 4 • Ultrasound Confirmation of IUD Position
Teaches transvaginal ultrasound use for IUD position verification in clinical practice. Connects imaging findings to clinical decisions about retention or removal.
Lesson 5 • Managing Persistent Side Effects
Provides evidence-based interventions for prolonged bleeding, cramping, and hormonal symptoms. Reduces unnecessary removal by offering targeted side effect management.
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This course is for you:
Nurse practitioners: expanding reproductive health scope in primary or women's health care.
Certified nurse-midwives: adding IUD services to their existing contraceptive counseling practice.
Family medicine physicians: seeking procedural skills to reduce specialist referrals for patients.
OB-GYN residents: building structured, evidence-based IUD technique early in clinical training.
Physician assistants: developing confidence in gynecologic procedures within a collaborative care team.
Public health clinicians: working in underserved settings where contraceptive access depends on generalist providers.
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