Training in Abortion Care Residency - California
In a climate where abortion care is becoming increasingly less accessible nationwide, and fundamental healthcare rights face persistent attacks, NSRH remains steadfast in our commitment to creating a world where all people have access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive health (SRH). In the face of these challenges to reproductive rights, California has launched the Reproductive Health and Services Corps (RHSC) to safeguard and enhance access to reproductive healthcare.The RHSC consortium develops and implements evidence-based abortion care training programs and strategies with a reproductive justice lens for the entire team of healthcare professionals. As part of this consortium and our commitment to expanding comprehensive SRH education, NSRH is launching Training in Abortion Care Residency (TAC) for California nurses.
About
As the nation’s only abortion training residency designed specifically for nurses, the goal of this residency is to develop robust cohorts of nurses who are equipped to provide comprehensive SRH healthcare and advocate for expanded access in their communities. In our California cohort, the TAC Residency accomplishes this through a four month program of self-paced education, facilitated virtual group discussions and advocacy-building workshops. Participants will receive a $1,000 stipend to help offset the costs incurred from participating. As this program also aims to build local advocates, residents must live in California at the time of application. See the FAQ section for more details.
Advocacy Workshops
This residency will include advocacy workshops to build skills and knowledge and influence positive change in the world of abortion and reproductive health. This is accomplished through regular workshops and opportunities to learn with sector leaders in the state.
Group Learning and Community Building
TAC educates residents with comprehensive knowledge on the broader issues surrounding abortion care, SRH and Reproductive Justice. Through bi-monthly group sessions, residents engage with content area experts to gain deeper insights into their local abortion access landscape and understand the unique barriers faced by specific patient populations seeking patient-centered care. Beyond education, we also foster meaningful community connections within the cohort and facilitate valuable networking opportunities with NSRH partners.
Independent Study
Each month residents will complete a unique package of education to enhance their ability to advocate and provide abortion care from an evidence-based lens. This is a combination of webinars, academic journals, and interactive modules that residents will complete, self-paced, through our Online Institute or Learning Hub.
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Check back in June 2025 for news regarding the next application cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you give me more detail about the training?
Learners will commit to virtual group meetings every other week as well as 3-4 hrs/week of self-guided education through NSRH and our partners and local community engagement.
In order to provide the most accessible training experience, NSRH will provide trainees with a modest stipend to offset any costs associated with participating in the residency program.
How long is the residency?
The TAC-California Residency is 4 months. Residents are expected to attend virtual group meetings every other week as well as 3-4 hours/week of independent education. The 2025 cohort will run from September – December 2025.
What other benefits are included?
As a part of this program, the residents will also receive a one-year membership with NSRH (additional free year to existing NSRH members); advocacy skill-building opportunities with local community partners, and exclusive access to various tailored online education.
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants must be LVNs/LPNs or RNs licensed to practice in the state of California and in good standing. Applicants must be self-motivated. We will prioritize NSRH members for acceptance in the residency.
How many trainees will you accept?
We will accept 4-6 trainees for the 2025 cohort.
How much does it cost to participate in the residency?
There is no cost to apply for the residency. However, if optional shadowing opportunities may arise and if participants elect to participate, they may incur some expenses related to travel or participating in these experiences. NSRH provides participants with a modest stipend to offset these possible costs.
When does the application open?
Applications for the 2025 TAC Residency- California will open in June 2025.
I am not licensed to practice in the state of California. Can I still apply?
For this cohort we will only accept RNs and LVNs/LPNs who are licensed to practice in California.
How is this cohort different from your other versions of TAC?
This cohort will not include hands-on clinical education but instead focuses on advocacy skills, community building, and comprehensive self-paced education. In order to gain exposure to hands-on clinical skills, throughout the residency we aim to connect residents with opportunities to shadow and observe, as well participate in simulations as they arise.