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  • Fellowship in Neonatal Care

    Designed by Skillversity

    Course Overview

    The Fellowship in Neonatal Care is a specialized clinical training program designed for medical professionals who wish to develop expertise in the management of newborns and neonatal emergencies.

    The program focuses on newborn resuscitation, NICU basics, neonatal emergency management, and growth & development monitoring. The curriculum integrates evidence-based neonatal practices with hands-on exposure, case-based discussions, and skill-oriented workshops to enhance clinical confidence in newborn care.

    Eligibility Criteria

    • MBBS and above (MD, DNB, DCH, or equivalent qualifications preferred)

    • Medical professionals interested in pediatrics and neonatal medicine

    • Practicing clinicians seeking structured neonatal training

    Course Duration

    12 Months (1 Year) – Comprehensive Clinical Training

    Includes:

    • NICU exposure

    • Neonatal resuscitation workshops

    • Case-based discussions

    • Practical demonstrations

    Course Content – Module Breakdown

    Module 1: Neonatal Anatomy & Physiology

    • Transition from intrauterine to extrauterine life

    • Neonatal circulation

    • Thermoregulation

    • Neonatal respiratory physiology

    • Metabolic adaptation

    Module 2: Newborn Resuscitation

    • Initial assessment at birth

    • Neonatal resuscitation steps

    • Airway management

    • Bag and mask ventilation

    • Chest compressions basics

    • Post-resuscitation care

    Module 3: NICU Basics

    • NICU setup and organization

    • Monitoring vital parameters

    • Oxygen therapy in neonates

    • CPAP basics

    • Infection control in NICU

    Module 4: Neonatal Emergencies

    • Birth asphyxia

    • Neonatal sepsis

    • Hypoglycemia

    • Neonatal jaundice

    • Respiratory distress syndrome

    • Shock management

    Module 5: Prematurity & Low Birth Weight Care

    • Care of preterm infants

    • Thermal care protocols

    • Feeding strategies

    • Prevention of complications

    • Developmental follow-up

    Module 6: Neonatal Infections

    • Early-onset vs late-onset sepsis

    • Antibiotic selection principles

    • Prevention strategies

    • Monitoring and follow-up

    Module 7: Neonatal Nutrition

    • Breastfeeding support

    • Formula feeding basics

    • Enteral feeding in NICU

    • Total parenteral nutrition overview

    • Growth assessment

    Module 8: Neonatal Respiratory Support

    • Oxygen delivery systems

    • CPAP management

    • Basics of mechanical ventilation

    • Monitoring oxygen saturation

    • Prevention of oxygen toxicity

    Module 9: Neonatal Neurological Care

    • Neonatal seizures

    • Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy

    • Tone and reflex assessment

    • Early intervention strategies

    Module 10: Growth & Development Monitoring

    • Growth charts interpretation

    • Developmental milestones

    • Early detection of delays

    • High-risk newborn follow-up

    • Parental counseling

    Module 11: Neonatal Procedures – Basics

    • IV access in neonates

    • Umbilical catheter basics

    • Blood sampling techniques

    • Lumbar puncture overview

    • Safety protocols

    Module 12: Practical Training & Case-Based Learning

    • Newborn resuscitation simulations

    • NICU case discussions

    • Emergency management drills

    • Growth monitoring workshops

    • Logbook maintenance

    • Final assessment and viva

    Hands-On Training & Clinical Exposure

    • Supervised NICU postings

    • Resuscitation skill workshops

    • Neonatal emergency simulations

    • Growth & developmental assessment sessions

    • Case-based clinical discussions

    Certification & Career Opportunities

    Upon successful completion, participants will receive:

    Skillversity Fellowship in Neonatal Care

    Career opportunities include:

    • NICU & Neonatal Units

    • Pediatric Hospitals

    • Maternity & Birthing Centers

    • Multispecialty Hospitals

    • Independent Pediatric Practice

    Why Choose Skillversity?

    • Structured neonatal-focused curriculum

    • Emphasis on newborn resuscitation skills

    • Practical NICU exposure

    • Case-based and simulation-driven learning

    • Training aligned with modern neonatal care standards