Learn about the program
Discover why it's important to have regular cervical screening.
For the public and participants
Find out about the Cervical Screening Test, including how it works and where you can have cervical screening done.
For healthcare providers
Find out about your role in the program and how you can help increase participant confidence in screening.
Find out about self-collection
Participants can choose to collect their Cervical Screening Test sample themselves.
Update of the NCSP clinical guidelines fact sheet
Read about the changes to the Updated National Cervical Screening Program (NCSP) Guidelines which will come into effect in April 2025.
Eliminating cervical cancer
The National Strategy for the Elimination of Cervical Cancer in Australia outlines our goals and future actions to eliminate cervical cancer in Australia by 2035.
I want to
- find out when I’m due for cervical screening
- change my communication preferences (digital or mail)
- update my address or contact details
- opt out or delay screening.
Self-serve at the National Cancer Screening Register Participant Portal, complete a webform or call 1800 627 701.
We get your address from Medicare. You can also update it on the Services Australia website or by calling 132 011.
You can now change your communication preferences (digital or mail) through the Participant Portal. Based on your selected communication preference, this is how you will receive correspondence from the NCSR.
SMS reminders for cervical screening
The Australian Government is now sending reminders to screen via SMS.
If you would prefer to get reminders in the post, follow the instructions in the SMS or update your communication preferences in the National Cancer Screening Register Participant Portal.
Public resources
National Cervical Screening Program – Cervical cancer is preventable poster
National Cervical Screening Program – A detailed guide to understanding your cervical screening test results
National Cervical Screening Program – Understanding your Cervical Screening Test results
National Cervical Screening Program – How to collect your own vaginal sample for a Cervical Screening Test – Detailed
Health sector resources
Cervical screening for trans and gender diverse people
Cervical screening for trans and gender diverse people
Get the Facts: Supporting cervical screening in your community – webinar recording
