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A Guide to Contraception: a crash course for the public
Birth control, family planning, contraception, health education
Created byGabriella Kwant
Last updated 6/2025
English
What you'll learn
- Understand the full range of female and male contraceptive options—including hormonal, non-hormonal and emergency methods—and how each one works.
- Learn to confidently compare the pros and cons of different birth control methods to make informed, personalised choices.
- Gain clarity about common myths and misconceptions surrounding contraception.
- Develop the confidence to have informed conversations with healthcare providers, partners or peers about birth control.
- Recognise how social, cultural, religious and political factors can influence access to contraception, and reflect on how these affect your own choices.
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Course content
11 sections • 37 lectures • 39m total length
Requirements
- Beginner-level course. No prior medical background required.
Description
Choosing birth control can feel overwhelming. There are so many options and a lot of confusing or even conflicting information out there. Even though birth control can be confusing, it doesn’t have to be. This course breaks down everything you need to know about contraception in clear, simple terms.
The course is created by a medical doctor passionate about patient education and providing safe, evidence-based information with the goal of making you feel confident and informed about your own health and body. It is designed to be purely educational and does not constitute or replace in-person medical advice.
This course covers hormonal and non-hormonal methods including pills, injections, patches, condoms, IUCDs, emergency contraception and more. You’ll also learn about natural methods, permanent options and what’s new in the world of birth control.
We’ll talk about how each method works, how to use it, possible side effects and how to choose what’s right for your body and lifestyle. You’ll also get myth-busting facts, reflection prompts and quick quizzes to make learning easy and empowering.
No medical background needed, just curiosity and an open mind.
Let’s take the guesswork out of contraception and help you feel confident, informed and in control of your reproductive health.
Disclaimer: This course is intended for general education and informational purposes only. While I am a licensed medical doctor, the information provided here does not constitute personal medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Every individual’s health situation is unique and contraceptive choices should be made in consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. By participating in this course, you acknowledge that the instructor and course platform are not responsible for decisions made based on the content presented. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please seek immediate assistance from a healthcare professional in person.
Who this course is for:
- For anyone who wants to understand contraception and take control of their reproductive health.
- For those exploring birth control options for themselves, those looking to support their partner or those curious about family planning.
- Those seeking healthcare education