Module 1: The ABCs and 123s of Prematurity

This training module will take approximately 45 minutes to deliver to your staff. To begin, download and review the Facilitator's Guide in the callout box to the right.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this training module, early intervention staff will be able to:

• Identify prematurity rates for the United States and Maryland;
   
• Describe statistics related to infant mortality and morbidity for the United States and Maryland; and
   
• Define important terms related to prematurity and birthweight.

Presentation

Access and display the presentation for this module by clicking the link below. The structure of the presentation allows you to pause or advance through it at your own pace. You need an internet connection and your computer should be connected to speakers to ensure adequate audio projection.

A downloadable copy of the presentation script (e.g., to distribute to participants who are deaf or hearing impaired) is available in the callout box to the right.

Participant Handouts

Download, print, and distribute the handout to participants as indicated in the Facilitator's Guide, as well as the Evaluation Form and Training Verification Form for MSDE Suitable Qualifications hours for this module (if desired).

• Prematurity Trivia
• Module 1 Participant Evaluation Form
• Training Verification Form (MSDE Suitable Qualifications): Module 1