OC Academy is delighted to offer a highly regarded online Certification Course in Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM). This comprehensive program features eLearning material developed in collaboration with the UK's Health Education England (HEE), the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), and the Royal College of Midwives (RCM). The course content is authored by leading UK clinical experts, ensuring evidence-based, up-to-date learning relevant to current obstetric practice.

• Certification course in electronic fetal monitoring designed to provide in-depth knowledge of fetal heart rate patterns and their implications during labour and delivery.
• Engage in interactive, scenario-based exercises to enhance your skills in interpreting cardiotocography (CTG) results.
• The course includes four expertly crafted levels covering essential topics, including the pathophysiology of normal and complex fetal heart rate patterns, intrapartum hypoxia, and CTG interpretation.
• Learn from high-quality multimedia content developed by leading obstetricians and midwives with years of clinical experience.
• The EFM certification gained upon completion will validate your skills and improve your ability to monitor and manage fetal well-being during labour, enhancing patient care.
• This flexible, self-paced online EFM course is accessible 24/7, allowing healthcare professionals worldwide to learn at their convenience.
• Ideal for physicians, obstetricians, and midwives seeking certification in electronic fetal monitoring. This course provides an opportunity to enhance your clinical expertise and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in fetal monitoring.
• The course is designed to be highly interactive, including practical exercises and assessments that ensure active participation and skill reinforcement.
• This certification is particularly beneficial for those seeking career advancement or wanting to specialise in obstetric care.

Curriculum Highlights

• Comprehensive understanding of the pathophysiology of normal fetal heart rate patterns and their relevance to labour and childbirth.
• Proficiency in monitoring low-risk cases of intrapartum hypoxia, including interpreting normal intrapartum cardiotocography (CTG) results.
• In-depth knowledge of the pathophysiology of CTG and its comprehensive evaluation.
• Ability to evaluate the impact of EFM on labour outcomes and understand CTG changes caused by hypoxia.
• Skills to analyse complex, non-standard CTG patterns and their assessment.
• Expertise in comprehending CTGs in unique clinical situations and grasping how labour interventions influence CTG outcomes.
• Insight into additional diagnostic tests and their alignment with NICE guidelines.
• Knowledge of the assessment of intricate pregnancies and their associated complexities.

Pedagogy

• Easy Online Access: The course is 100% online, enabling you to study at your convenience, whether at work, at home, or on the move.
• Engaging Multimedia Content: The learning is enhanced with interactive multimedia, making the content engaging and comprehensive.
• Interactive Learning Sessions: Each level includes clinical diagrams, images, and self-assessment questions to reinforce key concepts and improve understanding.
• Flexible Viewing: Enjoy the flexibility of accessing the learning sessions throughout your enrollment, allowing you to review and refer to the content at your own pace.
• Completion Certificate: Upon completing all modules and assessments, you will receive an e-certificate, recognising your achievement.

Accreditation

• Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RCOG)
• Royal College of Midwives (RCM)
• Health Education England (NHS)

Outcomes

• Gain a comprehensive, practical understanding of electronic fetal monitoring (EFM).
• Confidently interpret CTG tracings and identify signs of fetal distress.
• Earn a certification in EFM accredited by RCOG, RCM, HEE, and eIntegrity.
• Enhance your career prospects and professional credentials in obstetrics and gynaecology.
• Improve patient care and contribute to better labour and delivery outcomes.
• Stay updated with the latest fetal monitoring practices and advancements.