Newborn and infant physical examination
The aim of the module is to prepare healthcare professionals such as midwives, neonatal nurses, nurses, community specialist practitioners and general practitioners to competently undertake an examination and assessment of the healthy newborn infant born between 37 and 42 completed gestational weeks in line with National Screening Committee best practice standards. This module will enable participants to analyse the skills required for the initial health assessment, whilst at the same time incorporating theoretical knowledge with practical experiences in the workplace.
Campus
De Montfort University
Entry Criteria
- Effective registration with the NMC / HPC or other relevant professional body. ESSENTIAL
- Undertaken successful level 4/5 academic study. ESSENTIAL
- Currently be employed in practice and have the support of their manager in undertaking the module. ESSENTIAL
How to apply
Online Application Forms and Guidance Information
Key information
Module Category: PCPH
Module Code: 3027
Module Credits: 30
Module Level: 6
Semesters
Semester 2, Semester X
Taught content starts in semester 2 and runs over semester X (there is one run of the module per year)
- Tuesday 28th January
- Wednesday 29th January
- Tuesday 4th February
- Tuesday 25th February
- Tuesday 10th March
- Tuesday 9th June
- Tuesday 8th September