Sample Taker Training - 2 Day Foundation Course

This 2-day foundation course is suitable for registered nurses, nursing associates, midwives, doctors, registered physician associates and registered paramedics working in Primary Care who require training in cervical sample taking. Course content is in line with National Guidance. It is delivered by experienced primary care, cytology and colposcopy staff who work within the NHSCSP, thus ensuring all information presented is relevant and up to date.  Please note we cover the BNSSG, BANES, Gloucestershire, Guernsey and Wiltshire practices who send their samples to the Bristol laboratory.

If you would like to request a place on this course, please contact:

It is important before applying for a place on this course that you have the support of your employer.

Learning Outcomes for Cytology Sample Takers

Dates for 2026:

Places are limited and they are allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.  All applicants will be notified approximately 1 month prior to the course commencing, as to whether or not they have been successful. The course fee is £450 per person. 

VENUE:

BAWA Leisure, 589 Southmead Road, Filton, ​Bristol, BS34 7RG

DATES:                           

27-28 January 2027

21-22 April 2027

22-23 September 2027

8-9 December 2027