Service Description

Per American Academy of Pediatrics, upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a 2-year certification from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

 

Breath of Life Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) classes are designed to introduce healthcare professionals to the concepts and basic skills needed during neonatal resuscitation. The course teaches causes, prevention, and management of neonatal complications and is designed to help develop optimal knowledge and skills healthcare professionals need during a resuscitation. Breath of Life NRP course utilizes a blended learning format which involves an online portion and an in-person instructor-led portion.

1. Study and Prepare (Before Course) Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation, 8th Edition. Digital or Hardcopy available at shop.aap.org

2. Complete the Online Requirements (Before Course) Visit                                and select “NRP 8th Edition Platform” The online course cost is not included in the course fee.

3. Attend the BOL NRP Course. The course is hands-on and can last up to 3 hours.

 

The NRP certification course covers the following:

>Cognitive knowledge of NRP concepts and interventions

>Supporting the goals and purpose of NRP Provider status

>Critical components of newborn resuscitation, including a solid understanding of the correct sequence according to the NRP guidelines and optimize neonatal outcome

>NRP knowledge, skills, and teamwork, which may reduce neonatal morbidity and mortality by participating in a hands-on skills evaluation or online skills assessment