Sexual Relationships Programme
Although teenage pregnancies are falling in the UK, England still has one of the highest teenage pregnancy rates in Europe. With the increase in young teens exploring sex at an earlier age the result is often unexpected pregnancy. Young people sometimes see sex as way of becoming an adult or even feeling loved. This module is aimed at raising participant’s awareness of their sexual relationships and the effects it can have on their life and future; ie family life, career and economic prospects.
Using the RESPECTisms acronym and other resources, this programme allows learners discuss learn and understand the issue on teenage and unplanned pregnancy.
This programme can be delivered in schools, FE College, Youth Clubs and YOTs.
It consists of three modules and is aimed at boys and girls
Within this programme participants will:
• Understand the concept of unplanned pregnancy
• Understand whose role it is to use contraception
• Become aware of teenage pregnancy issues
• Become aware of the different contraception methods