Expecting a healthy baby starts with knowing when and how to test. Prenatal screening reveals vital information about your baby’s health and helps identify potential risks early. In this course, you’ll explore the science and timing behind each prenatal test while discovering how healthcare professionals ensure safety and comfort for every expectant mother. If you’ve ever wondered which tests truly matter and when to perform them, this course has the answers.
Throughout each trimester, you’ll uncover how to perform and interpret essential tests such as ultrasound scans, nuchal translucency screening, maternal assays, cell-free DNA analysis, and chorionic villus sampling. You’ll also learn when to use diagnostic procedures like amniocentesis, percutaneous umbilical sampling, and MRI for high-risk pregnancies. Every module is designed to make complex medical procedures understandable and actionable for nurses, midwives, and healthcare students.
By the end, you’ll understand not only the procedures but also the reasoning behind them. You’ll gain the skills to plan, administer, and evaluate prenatal screenings with confidence. With expert guidance and practical insights, this course empowers you to support healthier pregnancies and better outcomes for mothers and babies worldwide. Join now and take the first step toward mastering prenatal care and advancing your nursing career.
What You Will Learn In This Free Course
View All Learning Outcomes View Less All Alison courses are free to enrol, study, and complete. To successfully complete this Certificate course and become an Alison Graduate, you need to achieve 80% or higher in each course assessment.
Once you have completed this Certificate course, you have the option to acquire an official Certificate, which is a great way to share your achievement with the world.
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- Great for your CV, professional social media profiles, and job applications.
- An indication of your commitment to continuously learn, upskill, and achieve high results.
- An incentive for you to continue empowering yourself through lifelong learning.
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