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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The Newborn Assessment certification course helps the candidates by providing the knowledge and skills for the practical examination of a newborn baby from head to toe. With the help of this course, you will be able to analyze the health of a baby by just looking at it. The Newborn Assessment certification by Coursera provides you with a platform where you can discuss medical equipment like pulse oximeters and stethoscopes and how they can help the practitioner in their examination. The difference between normal findings and abnormal findings is also demonstrated in this course.

The Newborn Assessment training is provided by the University of Colorado which is highly recognized as a leader in higher education on a national and global level. The instructors of this course are Christine Gold, Mary Kohn, and Daniel Nicklas, and are specialized in this particular domain. Candidates who are new in this domain can also understand this course thoroughly because it is a beginner-level course.

The Highlights

Offered by The University of Colorado.
100% Online.
11 hours to Complete.
Flexible Schedule.

Programme Offerings

Beginner level
Shareable Certificate
subtitles
14 Days Refund

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	CU BoulderCoursera

The Newborn Assessment certification fees can only be paid online. The different payment methods include EMI, UPI, VISA, Mastercard, and American Express. A scholarship is also provided to candidates who can not afford to pay.

The Newborn Assessment Fee

Mode of Enrolment	Fee
1 Month Plan	Rs.4,079
3 Months Plan	Rs. 8,159
6 Months Plan	Rs. 12,239

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

If you want to earn a certificate from the provider, you need to pass all the assignments with good grades. Quizzes, peer-graded assignments, and some other tasks are types of assessments you will be required to pass to get a certificate. Readings and Videos are provided in the course to help you to pass the tests.

What you will learn

After completing The Newborn Assessment certification syllabus, you will be able to acquire the necessary skills for newborn baby care to optimize the overall health in the days and weeks after they are born. You will be provided with clinical provisions such as health assessments, screenings, and resulting diagnoses. The candidate will also learn about parenting, nutrition, and caretaking.

Who it is for

Staff NurseDoctorPaediatricianNurseHealthcare AdministratorClinician

The Newborn Assessment classes are designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing careers in the followings:

Admission Details

Candidates can apply for The Newborn Assessment online course by following these steps:

Step 1: Log in to your account of Coursera by https://www.coursera.org/.

Step 2: Click on Browse followed by Health and then Public Health or directly access the course by using this link: https://www.coursera.org/learn/newborn-assessment.

Step 3: Find the option of “Enrol for Free” on the course main page.

Step 4: Select the payment option if you want to apply for a paid course.

Step 5: For a free course, click on the audit option directly to access the course without any fees.

The Syllabus

Videos

Introduction to The Newborn Assessment
Introduction and Vital Signs
Newborn Exam: Heart and Lungs
Newborn Exam: Lower Body
Newborn exam: Abdomen Area
Newborn Exam: Head Assessment

Readings

About Us: Your Instructors
Resource: Newborn with Respiratory Distress

Practice Exercise

The Newborn Exam: Learning Assessment

Videos

Why is it Important to Assess the Heart of Newborns?
Fundamentals of Newborn Cardiac Exam
Heart Murmurs
Heart Case Studies: Part 1
Heart Case Studies: Part 2
Heart Case Studies: Part 3

Readings

Heart Health Supportive Readings: AAP
Resource: Merck Manuals and References
Differential Diagnosis and Approach to a heart murmur in term infants.
American Heart Association. Symptoms and Diagnosis of Congenital Heart Defect

Practice Exercises

Ensure Heart Health: Learning Assessment
Your Turn: Cardiac Case Assessment

Discussion Prompt

Your Turn: Supplemental Cardiac Case

Videos

Ensure Newborn Lung Health
Lungs Case Studies: Part 1
Lung Case Studies: Part 2
Lungs Case Studies: Part 3

Readings

Respiratory Distress in the Newborn
Resource: Lungs and Chest Stanford Newborn Nursery
Newborn Retractions

Practice Exercises

Part 1: Ensure Lung Health, Lecture Learning Assessment
Your Turn: Respiratory Assessment

Videos

Identifying Signs that Require Immediate Medical Care: Part 1
Identifying Signs that Require Immediate Medical Care: Part 2
Identifying Signs That Require Urgent Medical Care
Newborn Breathing
Identifying Reassuring Normal Signs
More Reassuring Normal Signs

Readings

Newborn death and illness:
Kids Health from Nemours: Fevers
Common Conditions in Newborns
NIH: What are some of the basics of infant health?
Changes in the newborn at birth
Mayo Clinic: Infant and toddler health

Practice Exercise

Diagnosing Illness

Videos

Newborn Skin Concerns: Part 1
Newborn Skin Concerns: Part 2
Newborn Rashes
Newborn Skin Lesions

Readings

AFP Skin Conditions and Additional Resources
MedScape Skin Conditions and Resource Links

Practice Exercise

Skin Assessment

Instructors

CU Boulder Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Who can enrol in The Newborn Assessment online course?

This course is open to healthcare professionals, such as nurses, paediatricians, and neonatal specialists, who work directly with newborns.

2: What is the duration of this online course?

The course is of 11 hours.

3: What will I learn in The Newborn Assessment online training?

In this course, you will learn how to perform thorough physical examinations of newborns, assess their vital signs, identify abnormalities or signs of distress, and track their developmental assessment.

4: Is financial aid available?

Financial aid is available for the candidates. Candidates can get the benefit of a scholarship by showcasing their eligibility.

5: What is the mode of this course?

The course is in online mode.