What is it about?
Level 6) This module enables registered and practising midwives and neonatal nurses to undertake a routine physical examination of the newborn (NIPE).
Level 7) This module enables registered and practising midwives and neonatal nurses to undertake a routine physical examination of the newborn (NIPE). It also enables the student to progress academically at level 7 (masters).
Who is it for?
Registered and practising midwives and neonatal nurses.
What will participants learn?
The award enables health professionals, through a process of advanced skill development, to undertake the routine physical examination of the newborn. The four study days concentrate on the aspects of the NIPE examination as well as discussions on other complications and referrals. You develop originality in your application of comprehensive knowledge along with evidence-based practice through a variety of teaching and learning strategies. Independent study is also required to enhance these teaching sessions.
How will it be delivered?
The module is ran over 30 weeks. The teaching timetable consists of one day per week for three weeks then one day in week 21.
How will participants be assessed?
The module is assessed in two components; a portfolio of clinical examinations assessed in the clinical area and a case study of 2,500 words assessed at level 7 (masters level).
What experience / qualifications do participants need?
Level 7) Applicants should be a practising midwife or neonatal nurse.
Code
Level 6) WHH3007-N
Level 7) WHH4008-N
Level
7
Credits
20
When is it?
October
Where is it?
Teesside University, Darlington Campus
University Contact Details
Name: Rosie Dawson
Email: R.Dawson@tees.ac.uk
University Email: SOHSC-ContractsGeneric@tees.ac.uk
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