Family Planning Basics Mini-Course

Module 1: What Is Family Planning?

Family planning is transformative. It saves and improves lives.

Module 1 includes four lessons:

  • Why is family planning important?
  • Elements of strong programs
  • Global commitments and key stakeholders
  • History and timeline

    Family planning is a vast, deeply complex and important field of study. The knowledge presented in this course represents only a selection of material that is intended to guide the learning journey of first-time learners.

    Learning Goals

    In this module, you will:

    • Explore the fundamentals of family planning
    • Learn about key stakeholders in the movement
    • Discover the elements of a strong family planning program
    • Understand the history of the international family planning movement
    Why is Family Planning Important?
    Why is Family Planning Important?
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    Elements of Strong Family Planning Programs
    Elements of Strong Family Planning Programs
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    Global Commitments and Key Stakeholders
    Global Commitments and Key Stakeholders
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    History and Timeline
    History and Timeline
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    Module 2: Technical Topics

    Module 2: Technical Topics

    Module 3: Country-Level Context

    Module 3: Country-Level Context

    Module 4: Family Planning Resources

    Module 4: Family Planning Resources

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    After exploring all four lessons in Module 1, please take this quiz to earn a certificate.

    Select all applicable answers.

    Sources: Global Health eLearning Center, World Health Organization

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