How to Talk to Teens about LARCs - Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives

LARC (“Long acting reversible contraception”) is a new term for birth control that does not require a client to do anything after placement.  These methods include the implant, the copper-T IUD and the progestin IUS.  In the real world, these 3 methods are the ones that work most effectively, with over 99% effectiveness for typical users, yet they are the least used methods among teens.

This training is not currently being offered. Please contact CFHC if you are interested in further information.

This workshop will help educators to start the conversation with their teen clients about using these most effective birth control methods.

Who Should Attend

This workshop is designed for any family planning clinic or program staff responsible for working with clients:

• Medical Assistants
• Nurse Practitioners
• Health Educators
• Nurses (LVNs and RNs)
• Community Health Workers
  
• Other interested program staff

Program Topics & Objectives

At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Discuss the new national guidelines for who can get an IUD.
• Discuss with teen clients the advantages and disadvantages of the IUDs and the implant.
• Show how to guide teen clients through an effective birth control counseling session on LARCs.