Module 2: Diagnoses Associated with Prematurity and Developmental Implications

This training module will take approximately 60 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 diagnoses associated with prematurity;
   
• Identify the potential developmental impact of those diagnoses;
   
• Describe the importance of developmental monitoring; and
   
• Describe the purpose and role of NICU Follow-Up programs as a linkage service.
   

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 handouts 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).

• Alphabet Soup
• Decoding a Discharge Summary
• Decoding a Discharge Summary Key (NOTE: This is not for distribution to participants. For Facilitator use only.)
• Module 2 Participant Evaluation Form
• Training Verification Form (MSDE Suitable Qualifications): Module 2