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ICEA Childbirth Educator Workshop
Two Day Workshop Outline
Day One 8:00 am – 5:45 pm
8:00 – 10:00 am
Dynamics of Group Learning in Childbirth Education- List four sequential steps in group development
- Identify ways to enhance group learning
10:00 – 10:10 am Break
10:10 – 12:00 pm
Teaching Skills for the Childbirth Educator
- Discuss importance of knowing own learning style
- Identify advantages of immediate application of knowledge
12:00 pm Lunch
1:00 – 2:30 pm
Healthy Lifestyles
- Identify biological changes caused by the stress response
- Discuss the ACOG guidelines for exercise during pregnancy
- List strategies for teaching nutrition
2:30 – 2:40 pm Break
2:40 – 5:45 pm
Labor Process, Part I
- List techniques for teaching normal labor
- Discuss benefits of changing positions during labor
Relaxation & Breathing
- List benefits of relaxation during labor
- Explain two distinct uses of breathing techniques in labor
5:45 pm End
Day Two 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
8:00 – 10:00 am
Relaxation & Breathing, Continued
Professional Development in Childbirth Education
- Identify and discuss the role of childbirth educators
- Discuss how to start-up and market a childbirth class business
10:00 – 10:10 am Break
10:10 – 12:00 pm
Labor Process, Part II
Postpartum, & Breastfeeding
- Discuss coping mechanisms to deal with unexpected outcomes
- Identify resources for breastfeeding support
12:00 pm Lunch
1:00 – 2:30 pm
Postpartum, & Breastfeeding, Continued
Teaching from a Risk-Benefit Point of View
- Define informed choice
- Identify techniques for teaching benefits and risks
2:30 – 2:40 pm Break
2:40 – 4:00 pm
Teaching from a Risk-Benefit Point of View, Continued
Curriculum Development
- List four questions educators should ask to determine curriculum
- Identify the three domains of learning
4:00 pm End