Newborn Capstone
Master essential newborn care skills through case studies covering health assessments, preventative care, and comprehensive infant wellness evaluation.
Master essential newborn care skills through case studies covering health assessments, preventative care, and comprehensive infant wellness evaluation.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Newborn Baby Care Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Apply preventative healthcare principles for newborns
Perform comprehensive heart and lung health assessments
Evaluate and manage common newborn conditions
Conduct thorough first office visit examinations
Implement evidence-based newborn care practices
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4.4 Hours PreRecorded video
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There are 5 modules in this course
This capstone course synthesizes key concepts from the Newborn Baby Care specialization through practical case studies. Students apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios covering jaundice, screenings, heart and lung health assessments, and comprehensive newborn care. The curriculum integrates preventative healthcare, medical interventions, and family support strategies, preparing healthcare providers and caregivers to effectively manage newborn health in various settings.
Introduction to Capstone
Module 1 · 46 Minutes to complete
Preventative Healthcare for the Newborn Baby
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
The Newborn Assessment: Heart Health
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
The Newborn Assessment: Lung Health
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Comprehensive Assessment to Keep Newborn Babies Safe & Healthy
Module 5 · 4 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Instructors
Expert in Newborn and Pediatric Healthcare Education
Christine Gold serves as Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Medical Director of the UCH Well Newborn Unit at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Her expertise in pediatric hospital medicine is reflected in her comprehensive Coursera specialization in newborn care, which includes five detailed courses covering newborn assessment, preventative healthcare, and parent support. Her medical education from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and residency at the University of Colorado School of Medicine have equipped her with extensive knowledge in pediatric care. As a board-certified pediatrician and certified lactation counselor, she brings a family-centered approach to both her clinical practice and online education. Her teaching excellence was recognized with the Bedside Manner Award from the University of Colorado Hospital in 2022. Her Coursera courses have become valuable resources for healthcare professionals and new parents, combining practical guidance with evidence-based medical knowledge. Her work emphasizes shared decision-making and family-centered care, particularly in supporting parents through the crucial newborn period.
Expert in Pediatric Education and School Health Programs
Dr. Daniel Nicklas is an Assistant Professor and the Director of Primary Care Education for the Pediatrics Residency at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, as well as the Co-medical Director for the Pediatric Call Center at Children's Hospital Colorado. With a medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and a robust background in pediatrics, he has dedicated his career to enhancing pediatric education and care delivery. Dr. Nicklas has a strong focus on health technology and informatics, as well as developmental and behavioral pediatrics, which informs his teaching and clinical practice. He has been recognized for his contributions to medical education, receiving the Gary Way Award for Outstanding Teaching in 2016. In addition to his academic responsibilities, Dr. Nicklas actively engages in research, contributing to numerous publications that address critical issues in pediatric primary care. His commitment to training future pediatricians is evident through his mentorship of residents and students, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet the challenges of modern pediatric healthcare.
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