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NHS Cervical Screening Programme – Good practice guidance for sample takers

A reference guide for sample takers in the NHS Cervical Screening Programme

• From: NHS England
• Published: 31 July 2023
• Last updated: 13 June 2024 — See all updates

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NHS Cervical Screening Programme – Good practice guidance for sample takers

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This guidance is designed to:

• describe the sample taker’s responsibilities in the NHS Cervical Screening Programme (NHSCSP)
• promote good practice that is consistent with national policy and guidance
• outline the training requirements for sample takers in the NHSCSP
• set out the existing roles and responsibilities of GP practices involved in the NHSCSP
• outline the audit and documentation requirements for sample takers in the NHSCSP
• advise on some of the issues that may arise during a consultation.

Published 31 July 2023
Last updated 13 June 2024 + show all updates

1. 13 June 2024

   Links to Jo's Cervical Cancer Trust removed following closure of the charity.

2. 31 July 2023

   First published.