(SCTP) Postnatal Mother and Newborn Care (Classroom & Synchronous e-Learning)

Training Provider: Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2023036957
S$1,500
Original: S$5,000
Save S$3,500

About This Course

On completion of the course, the learners should be able to:
• identify common problems in the mother and infant after delivery;
• demonstrate competence in the basic care of mother and infant;
• provide support, care and/or health teaching to the breastfeeding mother and infant;
• handle the infant safely;
• initiate first aid care immediately after an injury; and
• communicate effectively with the mother and family members through the use of verbal and/or non-verbal channels.

What You'll Learn

The course aims to improve care practices and service standards for mothers and infants during the post-delivery period up to four to six weeks. It provides formalized training for 500 in-service employees from 15 active confinement and nanny agencies in Singapore, leading to better job satisfaction and career opportunities.

The training includes teaching-learning activities on changes in the mother’s body after delivery; providing basic care for mothers and infants such as perineum care and infant bathing; identifying and assisting in managing common conditions after delivery; educating and supporting breastfeeding; and providing first aid care after an injury.

The course is also open to mid-career individuals seeking transition opportunities and women returning to the workforce, offering various options in the Care Economy with salaries ranging from S$3,000 to S$5,000 per month based on experience. Additionally, the course caters to caregivers who want to learn how to care for their own family members.

Entry Requirements

G.C.E. N levels or equivalent

Course Details

Duration 90 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Full Time
Total Enrolled 20 students
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