Rural Services Development Project
About the Project
In mid-June 2023, CERSH commenced work on the 2-year Rural Services Development project which aims to significantly enhance sexual and reproductive health (SRH) service delivery in rural and regional communities.
The SRH service system in rural and regional Victoria is facing significant challenges that are impacting on the viability of the sector. The Rural Services Development project addresses these challenges by creating sustainable SRH service delivery prototype models, in addition to delivering a comprehensive training and education pathways map for healthcare professionals interested in pursuing a career in sexual and reproductive healthcare. The training pathways map will be complemented by a formal mentorship and supervision program established in collaboration with leading sexual and reproductive healthcare providers.
Working towards sustainability Report
CERSH is pleased to announce the official launch of the Rural Services Development Project: Working towards sustainability report.
The report showcases strategies to maximise existing resources, and structure service models that support the sustainability of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services in rural communities. It highlights key insights and best practice examples from funded rural and regional SRH hubs, providing practical guidance for adapting service delivery models to meet the unique needs of diverse communities.
Read the Working towards sustainability report.
Watch the launch event.
Sexual and Reproductive Health MBS Guide
The Sexual & Reproductive Health MBS (Medicare Benefits Schedule) Guide has been developed as part of the Centre for Excellence in Rural Sexual Health (CERSH) Rural Services Development Project.
This resource brings together sexual and reproductive health MBS items in a single, easy-to-access document to support billing during consultations. It also provides guidance on how to optimise use of the MBS to support the financial sustainability of your service.
*Please note: MBS item numbers and requirements are subject to change. This version reflects updates as of November 2025 and replaces the previous content from page 17 of the Working Towards Sustainability report.
Access the MBS Guide.
Rural Sexual & Reproductive Health Skills Training Guide
The Rural Sexual & Reproductive Health Skills Training Guide has been developed as part of the Centre for Excellence in Rural Sexual Health (CERSH) Rural Services Development Project.
It offers an overview of available sexual and reproductive health (SRH) training opportunities for a range of healthcare professionals including but not limited to General Practitioner’s (GP), Nurses and other healthcare providers interested in enhancing their SRH knowledge and skills.
Read the Training Guide.
Need support or want to learn more?
If you're looking for support with your sexual and reproductive health clinic or simply want to find out more about the rural services development project resources, please get in touch with us at cersh-admin@unimelb.edu.au