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Physical examination of the healthy neonate

Who should attend this course

This Physical examination of the healthy neonate course is for midwives who hold a registration with the NMC and are currently employed in a relevant practice area.

Course content

This course aims to provide the skills and knowledge required to undertake the paediatric discharge examination of newborn babies.

The course gives you the special skills development you need in order to give a holistic midwifery-led care and adopt a multi-professional approach both in its delivery and assessment.

You need to have a good degree of assertiveness and organisational skills.

The course is predominantly practice based. You will be taught in clinical practice by Consultant / Registrar paediatricians and your skills development will be further supported by lecturers from the University.

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How does this course map the NHS KSF?

The course contributes to the development of knowledge and understanding for the KSF Core Dimensions.

  • Health & Wellbeing 1, 2 and 6 - Level 4
  • Information and Knowledge 3 - Level 3 and 4
  • Communication - Level 4
  • Quality - Level 3
  • Service Improvement - Level 3 and 4

Assessment

 The assessment consists of a practical summative assessment on your practice site and a professional discussion.

Why choose this course?

How to apply

Apply for the Physical examination of the healthy neonate course

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Course fees

Credit level for this course: 30 credits at level 6.

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Contract funding for NHS staff

The University is contracted by the NHS to provide post-registration education/CPD and training for its health professionals.

If you are an NHS employee contact the senior manager responsible for post-registration education/CPD in your Trust to check if the course you wish to attend can be supported by the Trust's contract with our University.

Study routes

  • Part Time
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