Umbilical Cord Care Training
Gain mastery in safe, evidence-based umbilical cord care for newborns in this Obstetrics-focused course. It covers cord anatomy, dry care versus antiseptics, infection recognition and treatment pathways, plus clear parent education strategies to minimise complications and enhance newborn outcomes in South African healthcare settings.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This training provides clear, evidence-based steps for keeping newborn umbilical cords clean, dry, and safe. You will learn current guidelines on dry cord care versus antiseptics, precise hygiene techniques, systematic assessment, early infection signs, management pathways, and culturally sensitive communication with families including practical discharge instructions.
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Develop skills
- Apply WHO and hospital guidelines for evidence-based cord care confidently.
- Perform hands-on dry cord care and antiseptic application step by step.
- Conduct newborn cord assessments to spot red flags and document accurately.
- Initiate bedside infection management and support treatment decisions.
- Teach parents safe cord care techniques and warning signs effectively.
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