The Program

NRP is an educational program that introduces the concepts and skills of neonatal resuscitation. In Canada, NRP is administered by the Canadian Paediatric Society and is designed to teach individuals and teams who may be required to resuscitate newborn babies. NRP course content is evidence-based and delivered across Canada.  It consists of an online and in-person component. 

Learners are required to:

1. review the NRP Textbook,
2. complete an online examination - no more than 30 days before Step 3, and
3. attend an in person workshop.
   

Target Audience

Any licensed or regulated health professional (or student of a licensed or regulated health profession) expected to participate in neonatal resuscitation.

Objectives

Introduce participants to the following concepts of neonatal resuscitation in a stimulated, inter-professional learning environment:

• Foundations of neonatal resuscitation
  
• Preparing for resuscitation
• Initial steps of newborn care
• Positive pressure ventilation
• Alternative airways: endotracheal tubes and laryngeal masks
• Chest compression
• Medications
• Post-resuscitation care
• Special considerations
• Ethics at the end of life
  

Course Fee

$250+HST

Student rate: $100+HST

Please note: If a minimum number of participants are not registered 7 days prior to the event, the event will be cancelled and participants will be given an option to reschedule or receive a refund.  The university reserves the right to cancel an activity due to any circumstances that are beyond our control.  Any registrant cancellations received a minimum of 14 days before the event start date will be refunded less a 25% administrative fee to a maximum of $50.00.  No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after this date.  When a cancellation occurs due to illness or extenuating circumstances less than 14 days from the course start date, your name will be added to a waitlist and you will be contacted for dates that become available on short notice.  We are unable to guarantee that a replacement spot will become available.

Upcoming Dates

• Friday, March 8, 2024 - 9am to 4pm
• Tuesday, May 21, 2024 - 9am to 4pm
• Wednesday, July 10, 2024 - 9am to 4pm