Neonatal Resuscitation Program - NRP
9th Edition
The Neonatal Resuscitation Program® (NRP®) course conveys an evidence-based approach to care of the newborn at birth and facilitates effective team-based care for healthcare professionals who care for newborns at the time of delivery.
The 9th Edition has two different levels of NRP Provider status: NRP Essentials or NRP Advanced. The selection of level depends on the provider's primary role in resuscitation.
From the AAP:
"The NRP Essentials Provider course covers lessons 1–4 of the Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation®, 9th Edition, and includes eBook access to the entire textbook for two years following course activation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program® (NRP®) course conveys an evidence-based approach to care of the newborn at birth and facilitates effective team-based care for healthcare professionals who care for newborns at the time of delivery. This course content delivers curricula for Essentials Providers, which is appropriate for everyone involved in the care of a newborn and who may be called upon to initiate resuscitation including ventilation."
"The NRP Advanced Provider course covers lessons 1–11 of the Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation®, 9th Edition, and includes eBook access for two years following course activation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program® (NRP®) course conveys an evidence-based approach to care of the newborn at birth and facilitates effective team-based care for healthcare professionals who care for newborns at the time of delivery. This course content delivers curricula for Advanced Providers who may participate in neonatal resuscitation beyond ventilation."
Note that once your course selection is made, it cannot be changed without completing the other provider course module. It is recommended to take the NRP Advanced module if you are in doubt over which track to take, and especially for those who may anticipate working in a different facility over the next two years.
Completion of the program does not imply that an individual has the competence to perform neonatal resuscitation. Each hospital is responsible for determining the level of competence and qualifications required for someone to assume clinical responsibility for neonatal resuscitation.
Please note NRP courses do not certify the learner to perform any resuscitation technique, and course participants should not exceed their scope of practice defined by their professional governing body and institutional job description.
The 9th Edition has two different levels of NRP Provider status: NRP Essentials or NRP Advanced. The selection of level depends on the provider's primary role in resuscitation.
From the AAP:
"The NRP Essentials Provider course covers lessons 1–4 of the Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation®, 9th Edition, and includes eBook access to the entire textbook for two years following course activation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program® (NRP®) course conveys an evidence-based approach to care of the newborn at birth and facilitates effective team-based care for healthcare professionals who care for newborns at the time of delivery. This course content delivers curricula for Essentials Providers, which is appropriate for everyone involved in the care of a newborn and who may be called upon to initiate resuscitation including ventilation."
"The NRP Advanced Provider course covers lessons 1–11 of the Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation®, 9th Edition, and includes eBook access for two years following course activation. The Neonatal Resuscitation Program® (NRP®) course conveys an evidence-based approach to care of the newborn at birth and facilitates effective team-based care for healthcare professionals who care for newborns at the time of delivery. This course content delivers curricula for Advanced Providers who may participate in neonatal resuscitation beyond ventilation."
Note that once your course selection is made, it cannot be changed without completing the other provider course module. It is recommended to take the NRP Advanced module if you are in doubt over which track to take, and especially for those who may anticipate working in a different facility over the next two years.
Completion of the program does not imply that an individual has the competence to perform neonatal resuscitation. Each hospital is responsible for determining the level of competence and qualifications required for someone to assume clinical responsibility for neonatal resuscitation.
Please note NRP courses do not certify the learner to perform any resuscitation technique, and course participants should not exceed their scope of practice defined by their professional governing body and institutional job description.
NRP Textbook - 9th Edition
Digital version access included in online access fee.
NRP Provider Pin ($10)
NRP Reference Card Set
($10)
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Completing the 9th Edition Neonatal Resuscitation Program course involves several steps:
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If you have already completed the 9th Edition online course, click below to register for your in-person skills session.
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