Certificate in Obstetrics & Gynecology Nursing
Build expertise in obstetrics and gynecology nursing - gain skills in prenatal care, labor support, and women’s health management.
Course Overview
The Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing program is designed to provide nurses with specialized knowledge and practical skills required for comprehensive maternal and reproductive healthcare. The course focuses on the care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, the postpartum period, and management of common gynecological conditions. It also emphasizes patient safety, early detection of complications, and effective support during obstetric procedures. This program prepares nurses to work efficiently in maternity wards, labor rooms, gynecology departments, and community maternal health services.
What You'll Learn
To provide in-depth knowledge of obstetric and gynecological nursing practices.
To develop competencies in antenatal, intranatal, and postnatal care.
To enhance skills in monitoring maternal and fetal health.
To train nurses in assisting obstetric and gynecological procedures.
To improve the ability to identify and manage obstetric emergencies.
To promote women’s health, family planning, and reproductive health education.
Requirements
Curriculum
9 Sections · 36 Lessons · 6 Months
01Fundamentals of Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing3 lessons
- Anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system
- Hormonal regulation and menstrual cycle
- Principles and scope of obstetric and gynecological nursing
02Antenatal Care5 lessons
- Physiological changes during pregnancy
- Antenatal assessment and clinical examinations
- High-risk pregnancy identification and management
- Nutritional requirements during pregnancy
- Antenatal investigations and fetal monitoring
03Labor and Delivery (Intranatal Care)5 lessons
- Physiology and stages of labor
- Monitoring labor progress (partograph)
- Nursing care during normal labor and delivery
- Pain management during labor
- Assisting obstetric procedures and instrumental deliveries
04Postnatal Care4 lessons
- Immediate postpartum care
- Breastfeeding techniques and counseling
- Maternal and neonatal postnatal assessment
- Postpartum complications and management
05Neonatal Care4 lessons
- Immediate newborn assessment
- Neonatal resuscitation basics
- Common neonatal conditions and nursing care
- Immunization and newborn screening
06Gynecological Nursing4 lessons
- Common gynecological disorders
- Menstrual disorders and infections
- Nursing care in gynecological surgeries
- Preoperative and postoperative patient care
07Family Planning and Reproductive Health3 lessons
- Contraceptive methods and counseling
- Infertility basics and nursing role
- Reproductive tract infections and prevention
08Obstetric and Gynecological Emergencies4 lessons
- Postpartum hemorrhage
- Eclampsia and preeclampsia
- Sepsis and obstetric shock
- Emergency response and referral systems
09Clinical Training / Practical Exposure4 lessons
- Antenatal clinic posting
- Labor room assistance
- Postnatal ward care
- Gynecology ward and procedure assistance
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