Newborn Care Specialist Training

Welcome to your new career as a professional Newborn Care Specialist. In as little as eight weeks or less, you will be ready to create a bigger vision in this exciting field. A Newborn Care Specialist certificate of completion and seals to place on your website are provided after you’ve completed the training.

Guiding Every Precious Beginning

Welcome to your new career as a professional Newborn Care Specialist.

A newborn care specialist (NCS) focuses on all aspects of infant care in the first year, offering physical care to newborns, advice on newborn development, and help in establishing daily routines. A NCS also receives specialized training in implementing healthy sleep habits for newborns, breastfeeding support, postpartum care, and multiples and preemie care.

Nurture Newborns, Shape Futures

Become a Newborn Care Specialist

During this course, you will be expected to complete weekly modules and quizzes by the end of each week. The quizzes are not punitive; they inform your instructors on any areas where you may need additional training, and helps guide our discussion during your live sessions.

 

Each module includes an assessment, requiring students to achieve a minimum score of 80% before advancing to the next level. This ensures they have attained a high level of mastery in the subject matter, reinforcing their skills and preparing them to deliver exceptional care and expertise.

 

Please take this opportunity to build your ultimate dream career, our team has done it, and we’re 1000% ready to mentor you to do the same! We’re here to support you every step of the way. For any questions, please reach out to us at academy@sleepandcradle.com.

Master your Newborn Care Specialist Career.

Master the Art of Newborn Care

Course Description

This hybrid training will be online and also includes sixteen (16) hours of live sessions/coaching with your instructors and your cohort of students.

Live sessions are Sundays for three consecutive weeks.

Your weekly online curriculum contains videos, reading, homework, and weekly quizzes to accelerate your learning of the basics of newborn care, child development, supporting mothers through the postpartum period, how to craft a healthy infant sleep schedule, how to confidently offer breastfeeding support, and foundational tools you need to grow your business fast.

After all modules are finished you will receive your certificate of completion of a 16 hour live session and NCS course.

Newborn Care Specialist

Benefits

Curriculum

Who is the Program for?

  • Bathing and Diapering
  • Feeding
  • Soothing Strategies
  • Safety and Sanitation
  • Umbilical Cord Care

 

 

  • Breastfeeding Techniques and Positions
  • Bottle-Feeding Techniques and Sterilization
  • Empowering New Parents: Feeding Support and Education
  • Overcoming Breastfeeding Hurdles: Support and Solutions
  • Infant Sleep Safety and Strategies
  • Cultivating Restful Sleep Routines for Newborns
  • Navigating Newborn Sleep Obstacles: Strategies for Caregivers
  • Frameworks for Successful Sleep Training
  • Supporting Postpartum Recovery: Physical and Emotional Considerations 
  • Fostering Emotional Wellness in Postpartum Care
  • Navigating Key Postpartum Care Challenges

  • Essentials of Effective Newborn Care Support

  • Understanding Developmental Milestones

  • Fostering Infant Growth and Cognitive  Development 

  • Identifying and Responding to Developmental Delays

  • Cultivating Early Learning and Language Development

  • Essential CPR and First Aid Techniques for Infants

  • Emergencies Response Techniques for Infants

  • Comprehensive Care For Common Infant Health Concerns 

  • Infant Safety in Transit: Car Seats, Handling, and Outdoor Travel 

  • Fostering Trustful Relationships with Parents.

  • Mastering Effective Parent Communication 

  • Cultivating Emotional Intelligence in Newborn Care 

  • Navigating Communication Barriers in Newborn Care

  • Maintaining Confidentiality and Privacy
  • Embracing Cultural Diversity in Newborn Care
  • Adhering to Professional Ethics in Newborn Care
  • Excellence in Newborn Care Delivery
    • Establishing and Operating Your Newborn Care Business

    • Building and Promoting Your Newborn Care Brand
    • Expanding Your Professional Network and Reputation
    • Attracting and Securing Newborn Care Clients
    • Sleep & Cradle® NCS Certification 
    • Download Your NCS Authority Badges

    Prerequisites for Enrollment

    Ready to get trained for the ultimate dream job?

    Newborn Care Specialist

    $1899
    • 16 hours of live sessions/coaching
    • 24 hr access to online curriculum
    • Certificate of completion of your NCS training.
    • Exclusive Placement Services for our Graduates
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    FAQs

    Frequently asked questions

    Yes! We are set up to teach students from all across the world. With 24/7 access to the course curriculum, you may complete the course at your own pace.

    Yes, this certification is recognized by employers in the Newborn Care Industry and can improve your chances of finding a job or starting your own business.

    Here's an overview of our certification program:

    • 16 hours of online coaching
    • Self-paced coursework
    • A 120-question multiple-choice exam
    • Quizzes with 13-15 questions after each module (must score 80% or higher)
    • Mandatory viewing of all interactive videos
    • Required reading of provided summaries

    Our program is designed to provide you with comprehensive knowledge and skills, ensuring your success as a certified professional

    Yes. We do placements only for our certified graduates that prefer not to find their own clients. Additionally, we do teach in the course how to start getting clients on your own.

    Once you purchase the course, you will receive a login and password to unlock the entire program. The course is all online!

    We teach you everything you will need to know to launch your own newborn care specialist business in the course. But if you know you would much rather work for an existing agency, we teach you how to nail the job you want! We can also place you in our network.

    Sleep & Cradle®️ does not issue any refunds once the course is paid for. You’ll get and keep access to the course and all updates for life.

    People choose a career to become a NCS because they are passionate about wanting to make the world a better place. Becoming a certified newborn care specialist can also add flexibility to your life, choosing to work full-time or part-time. You can work for 6 months and decide to rest for the remaining part of the year. An NCS  can operate as a side gig to earn extra income. Being an NCS is rewarding and fulfilling.

    At Sleep & Cradle® Solutions, our training is essential for aligning all team members with our unique care philosophies, methodologies, and company culture. While we value your experience and certification, our program ensures consistency, excellence, and adherence to our mission across all services. This training is not just about skills; it's about integrating them into our approach to providing unparalleled support to families. Completing our specialized training enhances your expertise with our brand-specific methods, ensuring every family receives the highest standard of care.

    Our Newborn Care Specialist Training stands out as the industry’s best by combining evidence-based care techniques with insights from seasoned healthcare professionals. Designed specifically for both aspiring caregivers and licensed healthcare providers, our program equips participants with advanced skills in infant sleep science, health assessments, and positive habit formation. With hands-on learning, mentorship, and access to a sleep and care experts network, graduates are uniquely prepared to offer unmatched, compassionate care. This rigorous, evidence-based, informed approach builds trust with families and ensures confidence and excellence from day one.

    Create a more peaceful home with Sleep & Cradle® today!

    Our proven strategies and techniques can help your child sleep soundly and peacefully from Day 1, restoring harmony to your home. Don’t wait any longer. Take the first step towards a more restful night and a happier family. Schedule a consultation now or Enroll in our On Demand Courses. 

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