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20 contact hoursThe Certificate in Perinatal Issues is a multidisciplinary educational experience designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of individuals who provide care and support for childbearing women, newborns, and families. The demand for knowledgeable providers to meet the needs of this population is dramatically increasing; new jobs are being developed and new services created. Health professionals who work with this population will need continuing professional education to gain a broad understanding of this specialized area of care and to stay current with emerging trends. Program BenefitsYour Certificate in Perinatal Issues will distinguish you as a knowledgeable, skilled, and committed professional in this specialized field of care. The program: enhances professional marketability, builds skills and competencies, and fulfills continuing education requirements for many professionals. This certificate program provides you with current knowledge in specific perinatal topics so you can effectively meet the needs of childbearing women, newborns, and families through a wide range of professional career paths. ParticipantsThis certificate program is relevant for registered nurses, nurse practitioners, advanced practice nurses, licensed vocational or practical nurses, nursing assistants, and social workers. Note: All healthcare providers are responsible for checking the "Accreditation" list to determine if this course awards contact hours for their profession. CurriculumThe Certificate in Perinatal Issues program provides 20 contact hours and includes the following nine courses: Childbirth and Culture-Practices, Beliefs, and Traditions Diabetes in Pregnancy Ectopic Pregnancy Hyperemesis Gravidarum Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma (Shaken Baby Syndrome) Perinatal Health-A Global Perspective Postpartum Depression Preve Updated on 15 March, 2018 Are you from ed2go ? Claim your course!
