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NRP Description

Neonatal Resuscitation Program- NRP

Course Description

About NRP:

The NRP Provider Course introduces the concepts and basic skills of neonatal resuscitation. It is designed for health care professionals involved in any aspect of neonatal resuscitation, including physicians, nurses, advanced practice nurses, nurse midwives, licensed midwives, respiratory care practitioners, and other health care professionals who provide direct care during neonatal resuscitation.


Part 1: Online ($55)

• Self-study the Neonatal Resuscitation textbook, 9th Ed.

• Take the online provider exam on AAPs website.

• Print the certificate and bring it to the Part 2 Hands-on portion. 


Part 2: Instructor-led Event. Hands-on portion at CPR Central. ($149)

The Performance Skills Station provides an opportunity to practice and review technical hands-on resuscitation skills with instructor assistance. Simulation and debriefing provides a safe setting in which to integrate cognitive and technical skills, and focus on team communication and patient safety. (aprox. 3 hours)

2 year card

Recommended book

There are two levels of certification. Essentials & Advanced.

How do I know which course to choose?

Employers determine their policy on requiring Essentials vs Advanced.

If a healthcare professional is unsure which level to take,

they should probably take NRP Advanced, or check with their employer.

NRP 8th Edition ESSENTIALS

(1-4)


Some birth assistants & doulas:

This course is for those who may be involved in the care of a newborn and who may be called upon to initiate resuscitation INCLUDING positive pressure ventilations.

Both courses use the same

Part 2: Instructor-led Event.

NRP 8th Edition ADVANCED

(1-11)


For most NRP providers:

This course is for those who may be called upon to participate as an Advanced Provider in a neonatal resuscitation BEYOND positive pressure ventilations.

Both courses use the same

Part 2: Instructor-led Event.