Understand the many impacts of FGM and the legal duty of health and social care professionals in reporting FGM practices.
Help bridge the gap between FGM and medical education
FGM causes devastating mental and physical health impacts. Yet a gap in education on FGM has led to a lack of confidence among health care professionals to deal with this harmful practice.
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On this four-week course, you’ll build your understanding of Female Genital Mutilation to help you recognise and report indicators of FGM or plans to inflict it.
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This knowledge will increase your confidence and help you play a role in ending FGM.
Explore different perspectives alongside the experts at the University of Aberdeen
You’ll explore socio-cultural perspectives of FGM and how to manage difficult conversations.
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This critical approach will help you analyse case studies of FGM practices from a range of perspectives.
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You’ll learn from the experts at the University of Aberdeen who have created the course alongside a team of academics and medics who have been working on FGM projects for a number of years.
Explore the legal duty of health and social care workers in reporting FGM
There is a legal duty for health and social care professionals, educators, and police personnel to recognise and report physical or other indicators of FGM practices.
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You’ll evaluate when and how it is appropriate to act in relation to your legal responsibilities and learn to apply your knowledge to recognise and report FGM.
What topics will you cover?
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Clinical diagnosis/factors/treatment for physical and mental health
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Education and policing practices
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Gender Equality
Discover the impacts of FGM on women and girl's health
You’ll learn the definition and the four types of Female Genital Mutilation before exploring the physiological and psychological aspects of FGM on women and girl’s health.
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This understanding will help you identify the clinical diagnosis and the treatment for both the physical and mental health of victims of FGM.
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for health and social care professionals, educators, police, and anyone with an interest in women and girl’s health and ending Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).
Course Reviews
'A compassionate exploration of FGM'
'The content was comprehensive, covering various dimensions of FGM including its historical context, health implications, legal frameworks, and socio-cultural dynamics. Each module provided a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted nature of FGM, allowing learners to grasp its impact on individuals and communities from diverse perspectives.
Overall, the course succeeded in equipping participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to address FGM effectively. It served as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates striving to combat FGM and promote gender equality worldwide. I highly recommend this course to anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this pressing global issue.'