This module may be undertaken as a stand-alone module or as part of the Graduate Certificate in Neonatal Nursing Qualified in Speciality Programme (QIS)This is a blended online module with classroom attendance for face to face teaching, tutorials, group work and clinical skills practice interspersed with online teaching on the university virtual learning platform Moodle. During this module, you will develop knowledge and understanding of relevant basic embryology and fetal development, maternal and perinatal factors affecting neonatal and infant outcomes. You will examine normal and altered homeostasis, physiology and pathophysiology of the neonate requiring care in the special care or transitional care area.You will evaluate the principles of family integrated care and neurodevelopmental care.In this module the content is divided into the following key areas:Knowledge will be developed in the principles of maternal health wellbeing and social factors during pregnancy, which impact neonatal outcomes Transitioning to extra uterine life - neonatal resuscitation, thermal management, respiratory support, feeding, growth and development, infection control.Preterm, late preterm, intrauterine growth restricted and chronically ill neonate.Discharge preparation and family support, the emotional, social and educational needs of the neonate and their parents and family. Medication administration where appropriate Within the clinical setting, there will be opportunities to develop related practice skills in assessment and management of the neonate. There will be critical reflection and analysis of current evidence-based care in practice supported by a clinical supervisor.