Childbirth Educator Training Workshop Information

The purpose of this workshop is to provide participants with the knowledge necessary to provide pregnant parents a comprehensive education on prenatal, birth and postpartum options.

Course Objectives:

	Explain the history, purpose and role of the childbirth educator.
	Examine adult learning principles, group dynamics and teaching strategies.
	Discuss prenatal screening, nutritional needs and exercise through the prenatal period.
	Identify the fundamentals of the labor process in order to choose effective teaching strategies.
	Describe various comfort measures and their use.
	Examine sensitive subject areas and the risk-benefit approach to education.
	Describe the risk/benefits of medications and interventions by examining the domino effect.
	Explain the emotional and physical aspects of cesarean births and VBACs (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean).
	Describe the newborn characteristics, postpartum care, and the benefits of breastfeeding.
	Discuss the importance of curriculum flow and examining content to meet the learners’ needs.

Course Schedule:

	Thursday 6 - 9 pm
	Friday 9 am - 5 pm, includes lunch
	Saturday 9 am - 5 pm, includes lunch

Upcoming Workshop Schedule

Registration:

Fees are $350.00 per participant. $25 early bird discount if registered at least one month prior to workshop date.

To Register:

Send in our printable registration form (htm) (pdf) or register online.

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