Professional Development

Applications

University

Assessment

Assessment for this module comprises a Practical Skills Assessment (45-minutes maximum): an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) and supporting documentation (30 minutes maximum), plus critical questioning (15 minutes maximum).

The OSCE and documentation provides students with opportunity to demonstrate ability to undertake an holistic examination of the newborn, to include making appropriate referrals and developing a plan of care aligned to national standards.

Campus

Glenside

Careers/further study

This module can contribute towards the PGCert Health and Social Care, MSc Clinical Practice, MSc Advanced Practice and the Professional Development Awards. If you have any queries, please contact the Professional Development team (pd@uwe.ac.uk).

The level 6 (undergraduate level) module can contribute towards:

• BSc(Hons) Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
• BSc(Hons) Health and Social Care
• MSc Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
• MSc Advanced Practice
• Professional Development Award

The level 7 (Masters level) module can contribute towards:

• MSc Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
• MSc Advanced Practice
• Professional Development Awards

Content

The course syllabus typically covers the following:

• Preparation of the holistic examination and assessment of the apparently normal term newborn and the recognition of abnormality, with a focus on pathophysiology and embryological development of the ocular, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal and urogenital systems.
• History taking and identification of risk factors and preparation of the environment for the examination process.
• Evaluation of evidence and national standards related to newborn screening.
• Communication skills focusing on multidisciplinary teamwork, referral pathways and communication skills.
• Health education focusing on teaching and support of parents; health education and health promotion.
• Ethical-legal issues including accountability and responsibility and applied research studies.

Course Director

Jemma Walker

E-mail

pd@uwe.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

You must have support and be working in a suitable practice area.

Introduction

This 20 credit level 6 (UZUR14-20-3) or level 7 (UZUR15-20-M) module, Examination of the Newborn, prepares registered midwives and nurses to undertake the Newborn and Infant Physical Examination (NIPE) aligned to national screening standards.

The module aims to prepare and develop learners understanding and application of both theoretical and practical skills to perform and safe and holistic examination of the newborn.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

At level 6 (undergraduate level)

• demonstrate competence in performing the Newborn and Infant Physical Examination that meets national NIPE standards in both theory and practice; recognising deviations from normal.    
• evaluate the evidence base for newborn screening and health promotion, using the newborn examination to engage with women and families through compassionate, sensitive, and effective communication.    
• demonstrate leadership in newborn care through effective care planning, risk assessment, and timely referral within the multidisciplinary team.

At level 7 (Masters level)

• demonstrate competence in performing the Newborn and Infant Physical Examination that meets national NIPE standards in both theory and practice; including critical analysis and synthesis of deviations from normal.    
• critically evaluate the underpinning knowledge and broad evidence base for newborn screening and health promotion, using the newborn examination to engage with women and families through compassionate, sensitive and skilled communication.    
• demonstrate proficient leadership in newborn care through effective care planning, risk assessment, and timely referral within the multidisciplinary team.

Key Facts

You may be able to study these modules at Level 6 (BSc level) or Level 7 (Masters level) depending on your academic circumstances. Please contact the CPD Team or the Module Leader for advice if you are unsure which level would be best for you.

Learning and Teaching

A variety of teaching and learning strategies will be utilised throughout the module including; lectures, seminars, practical classes and workshops, and engagement with online and work-based learning.

Independent learning includes hours engaged with essential reading, preparation for taught sessions, assignment preparation and completion etc.

You will also undertake observed neonatal examinations in practice with NIPE practitioners.

Study facilities

The College of Health, Science and Society has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching and the facilities it provides.

Take a personalised virtual tour of the Health Professions facilities and experience what a typical day could look like here for you.

If the course you are applying for is fully online or blended learning, please note that you are expected to provide your own headsets/microphones.

Telephone

+44 (0)117 32 81158

Title

20 credit level 6 or level 7 module

Applications

University

Assessment

Assessment for this module comprises a Practical Skills Assessment (45-minutes maximum): an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) and supporting documentation (30 minutes maximum), plus critical questioning (15 minutes maximum).

The OSCE and documentation provides students with opportunity to demonstrate ability to undertake an holistic examination of the newborn, to include making appropriate referrals and developing a plan of care aligned to national standards.

Campus

Glenside

Careers/further study

This module can contribute towards the PGCert Health and Social Care, MSc Clinical Practice, MSc Advanced Practice and the Professional Development Awards. If you have any queries, please contact the Professional Development team (pd@uwe.ac.uk).

The level 6 (undergraduate level) module can contribute towards:

• BSc(Hons) Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
• BSc(Hons) Health and Social Care
• MSc Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
• MSc Advanced Practice
• Professional Development Award

The level 7 (Masters level) module can contribute towards:

• MSc Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
• MSc Advanced Practice
• Professional Development Awards

Content

The course syllabus typically covers the following:

• Preparation of the holistic examination and assessment of the apparently normal term newborn and the recognition of abnormality, with a focus on pathophysiology and embryological development of the ocular, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal and urogenital systems.
• History taking and identification of risk factors and preparation of the environment for the examination process.
• Evaluation of evidence and national standards related to newborn screening.
• Communication skills focusing on multidisciplinary teamwork, referral pathways and communication skills.
• Health education focusing on teaching and support of parents; health education and health promotion.
• Ethical-legal issues including accountability and responsibility and applied research studies.

Course Director

Jemma Walker

E-mail

pd@uwe.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

You must have support and be working in a suitable practice area.

Introduction

This 20 credit level 6 (UZUR14-20-3) or level 7 (UZUR15-20-M) module, Examination of the Newborn, prepares registered midwives and nurses to undertake the Newborn and Infant Physical Examination (NIPE) aligned to national screening standards.

The module aims to prepare and develop learners understanding and application of both theoretical and practical skills to perform and safe and holistic examination of the newborn.

On successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

At level 6 (undergraduate level)

• demonstrate competence in performing the Newborn and Infant Physical Examination that meets national NIPE standards in both theory and practice; recognising deviations from normal.    
• evaluate the evidence base for newborn screening and health promotion, using the newborn examination to engage with women and families through compassionate, sensitive, and effective communication.    
• demonstrate leadership in newborn care through effective care planning, risk assessment, and timely referral within the multidisciplinary team.

At level 7 (Masters level)

• demonstrate competence in performing the Newborn and Infant Physical Examination that meets national NIPE standards in both theory and practice; including critical analysis and synthesis of deviations from normal.    
• critically evaluate the underpinning knowledge and broad evidence base for newborn screening and health promotion, using the newborn examination to engage with women and families through compassionate, sensitive and skilled communication.    
• demonstrate proficient leadership in newborn care through effective care planning, risk assessment, and timely referral within the multidisciplinary team.

Key Facts

You may be able to study these modules at Level 6 (BSc level) or Level 7 (Masters level) depending on your academic circumstances. Please contact the CPD Team or the Module Leader for advice if you are unsure which level would be best for you.

Learning and Teaching

A variety of teaching and learning strategies will be utilised throughout the module including; lectures, seminars, practical classes and workshops, and engagement with online and work-based learning.

Independent learning includes hours engaged with essential reading, preparation for taught sessions, assignment preparation and completion etc.

You will also undertake observed neonatal examinations in practice with NIPE practitioners.

Study facilities

The College of Health, Science and Society has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching and the facilities it provides.

Take a personalised virtual tour of the Health Professions facilities and experience what a typical day could look like here for you.

If the course you are applying for is fully online or blended learning, please note that you are expected to provide your own headsets/microphones.

Telephone

+44 (0)117 32 81158

Title

20 credit level 6 or level 7 module