Available on the Learning Hub
This programme has moved to the NHS Learning Hub. We recommend you read the information on this webpage to find out more about the programme before you access the learning (https://learninghub.nhs.uk/catalogue/close-relative-marriage).
More information about the Learning Hub and the migration of elfh programmes can be found here.
About the programme
Close relative (consanguineous) marriage is widely practised globally. However, it is linked to an increased risk of recessive genetic disorders. Improving understanding about genetic inheritance can empower affected families and reduce unexpected, affected births and infant deaths. Healthcare professionals can do more to ensure equitable access to genetic information and services for affected families.
The Government’s ambition is, by 2025, to halve rates of stillbirths, neonatal and maternal deaths and brain injuries occurring during or soon after birth. Reducing genetic risk amongst “at risk” populations can contribute to meeting these targets and the legal duty to reduce inequalities under the NHS Constitution and the Health and Social Care Act 2012.
This elearning programme has been developed for health visitors, midwives, GPs, paediatricians, social workers, public health practitioners, as well as genetic counsellors.
By undertaking the programme, learners will:
- review national and local data and gain new understanding about the nature of this healthcare need
- identify concrete ways to improve the quality of their service
- feel confident in sharing good practice principles with colleagues
Assessments are undertaken to reflect on learners’ new knowledge. A certificate is available to download on completion.
Learners may also be interested in the Genomics Education Programme, available in the Genomics in the NHS elearning programme in the elfh Hub.
Meet the team
Sarah Salway
Professor of Public Health, University of Sheffield
Naz Khan
Principal Genetic Counsellor Genomic Medicine Centre, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Karen Thirsk
Safety and Prevention Manager, NHSE and NHS Improvement
Karen Walker
Lead learning designer, HEE elearning for healthcare
Paul Kelly
Learning designer, HEE elearning for healthcare
Jon Collins
Project Manager, HEE elearning for healthcare
Jonathan Guy
Programme Manager, HEE elearning for healthcare
Naomi Knight
Graphic Designer, HEE elearning for healthcare
Rachel Gowland
Stakeholder Officer, HEE elearning for healthcare
How to access
To access this elfh programme, you will require a Learning Hub account. If you do not have one, then you can register by selecting the Register button below. Note that if you hold a full elfh account, you can sign into the Learning Hub using your existing login credentials.
To view the Close Relative Marriage: equitable access to genetic information and services programme, select the View button below. If you already have a Learning Hub account, you will also be able to login and access the resources within the programme.
Not an NHS organisation?
If you are not an NHS health or care organisation and therefore do not qualify for free access to the Learning Hub, you may be able to access the service if you have an existing OpenAthens account. Please go to Learning Hub and sign in with your existing credentials.
If you do not have an existing OpenAthens account, please contact elfh directly to check whether you may be eligible for access.
Registering large numbers of users
If you are an HR, IT or Practice Manager and would like to register and enrol large numbers of staff within your organisation for access onto the Close Relative Marriage: equitable access to genetic information and services programme, please contact elfh directly.
Organisations wishing to use their own LMS
For HR departments wanting to know more about gaining access to courses using an existing Learning Management System please contact elfh directly to express interest.
More information
Please select the following link for more information on how to use the Learning Hub.