As part of the employee onboarding process and annual requirements at First Person Care Clinic, all staff members are mandated to complete the Family Planning National Training Center (FPNTC) training, which is a crucial component of Title X training. This program ensures that employees are well-versed in the latest practices and standards in family planning and reproductive health services. The training covers a wide range of topics, including patient counseling, privacy regulations, and clinical procedures. It provides comprehensive knowledge essential for delivering high-quality care. Participation in this Title X training is crucial not only for new hires but also as an annual refresher for all employees to maintain the clinic’s commitment to excellence in client service and care.
What is Title X:
Title X, also known as Title X Family Planning, is a federal program in the United States that provides funding for family planning and reproductive health services. It was established as part of the Public Health Service Act in 1970 and is administered by the Office of Population Affairs (OPA) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
The primary goal of Title X is to ensure access to comprehensive family planning and related preventive health services for low-income individuals and those who are uninsured or underinsured. The program aims to enable individuals and couples to make informed decisions about their reproductive health, including the number and spacing of their children.
Title X provides funding to a network of clinics and health centers across the country, which offer a range of services, such as contraception (including birth control pills, condoms, and intrauterine devices), STD testing and treatment, cancer screenings (including breast and cervical cancer), preconception health care, and basic infertility services.
Under Title X, priority is given to serving individuals and communities with the greatest need, particularly those from low-income backgrounds. Services are provided on a sliding fee scale based on an individual's ability to pay, ensuring that services are affordable and accessible to all.
It's important to note that Title X funds cannot be used to provide abortion services. However, participating clinics are required to provide neutral and nondirective counseling on all pregnancy options, including parenting, adoption, and abortion.
What is FPNTC:
FPNTC stands for Family Planning National Training Center. It is a federally funded program that provides training and resources to healthcare providers in the field of family planning and reproductive health. Its goal is to enhance the quality of family planning services and improve reproductive health outcomes.
| Name | Duration | Required | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Counseling Adolescent Clients to Encourage Family Participation Video | Yes | No due date | |
| Counseling Adolescent Clients to Resist Sexual Coercion Video | 0.08 hr | Yes | No due date |
| Cultural Competency and Humility in Family Planning Care: Embracing Culture eLearning | 1.00 hr | Yes | No due date |
| Identifying and Responding to Human Trafficking in Title X Settings eLearning Course | 1.00 hr | Yes | No due date |
| Title X Orientation: Program Requirements for Title X Funded Family Planning Projects eLearning | 1.00 hr | Yes | No due date |
| Trauma-Informed Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting in a Family Planning Setting Video | 0.25 hr | Yes | No due date |