Where does your NICU need the most support?

Each mini course is approved by the California Board of Registered Nurses, Provider Number 15417, for up to 3 contact hours.

*Due to the digital nature of this course, there are no refunds.

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💡 Optimize the First 60 Minutes of Life

The first hour of a premature infant’s life is critical. This course provides a step-by-step approach to evidence-based interventions that improve outcomes. Learn how to optimize resuscitation, thermal stability, respiratory support, and early neuroprotection strategies to set your smallest patients up for success.

🌡️ Protecting Preemies from Heat Loss

Tiny babies struggle to maintain their body temperature, and even small variations can lead to serious complications. This course covers best practices in thermoregulation, including the use of plastic wraps, warmers, and humidity to prevent hypothermia and improve survival rates.

🛡️ Preserving the Most Fragile Barrier

Premature infants have underdeveloped skin that is prone to injury, infection, and fluid loss. Learn how to implement gentle, evidence-based skin care practices that protect against breakdown, reduce pain, and support overall health.

🦠 Minimizing the Risk of Infection in the NICU

Infections are a major threat to preterm infants. This course provides practical, unit-based strategies to reduce the risk of late-onset sepsis, improve hand hygiene compliance, optimize line care, and implement antimicrobial stewardship.

🧠 Safeguarding the Developing Brain

Every touch, sound, and medical intervention impacts a preterm baby’s developing brain. This course dives into neuroprotective strategies like minimizing painful procedures, optimizing bedside positioning, and using kangaroo care to promote healthy brain growth.

🔗 Supporting Brain Growth & Sensory Development

A baby’s NICU experience shapes long-term neurological outcomes. Learn how to create a developmentally supportive environment, integrate cue-based care, and use evidence-based techniques to enhance sensory experiences while minimizing stress.

💨 Optimizing Ventilation & Oxygenation

Respiratory support is a cornerstone of NICU care. This course provides practical guidance on the latest best practices for non-invasive ventilation, surfactant therapy, weaning strategies, and minimizing lung injury in extremely preterm infants.

🥣 Fueling Growth & Development from Day One

Nutrition is medicine for premature infants. This course covers the essentials of enteral feeding, fortification strategies, human milk benefits, and how to prevent complications like NEC while supporting optimal growth and neurodevelopment.

👨‍👩‍👦 Empowering Families as Key Care Partners

Parents are essential members of the NICU team. This course explores strategies to improve parental engagement, integrate family-centered rounding, and support parents in bonding, breastfeeding, and decision-making throughout the NICU stay.