CSTF Newborn Basic Life Support - Level 2
CSTF Newborn Basic Life Support - Level 2 | Online Course | CPDUK Accredited Level 2 Duration 2 hours Method Online Course 24/7 Platform Desktop, Laptop, Mobile, Tablet Access expi ry 365 days Certificate Validity 1 year Overview CPD-Accredited | CQC & HSE Compliant | RCUK & CSTF-Aligned | ComplyPlus™ LMS This CSTF Newborn Basic Life Support Level 2 online course equips healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practical clinical skills to recognise and respond to newborn emergencies safely and appropriately. Aligned with Resuscitation Council UK guidance and CSTF standards, this course explores newborn assessment, airway management, ventilation techniques, and coordinated emergency response procedures and communication approaches to support safe neonatal care in clinical settings. Course content This CSTF Newborn Basic Life Support e-learning course covers: Recognition and response to signs of newborn clinical deterioration Maintaining temperature control and preventing newborn hypothermia Basic airway assessment and techniques to maintain airway patency Initiating ventilation and newborn resuscitation in line with Resuscitation Council UK guidance Performing effective chest compressions during newborn resuscitation Coordinating team roles and communication during neonatal emergencies Providing initial post-resuscitation care and monitoring Understanding national resuscitation guidance, documentation and reporting requirements. Escalating newborn emergencies and requesting timely support. Who is the course for? This CSTF Newborn Basic Life Support eLearning course is for: Midwives and neonatal nurses providing newborn care and resuscitation Doctors and clinicians involved in newborn assessment and response Healthcare professionals working in maternity or neonatal settings Staff responding to newborn deterioration and neonatal emergencies Maternity support staff assisting with newborn monitoring and care. Aims The aims of this CSTF Newborn Basic Life Support online course are to: Strengthen healthcare professionals' knowledge of newborn resuscitation principles, airway management, ventilation procedures, and emergency response practices aligned with CSTF standards and Resuscitation Council UK guidance Improve clinical awareness, decision-making, and confidence when recognising deterioration in newborn infants, initiating life-saving interventions, coordinating emergency responses, and supporting communication during neonatal emergencies. Learning objectives This CSTF Newborn Basic Life Support e-learning course will: Explain newborn resuscitation guidance, roles, and professional responsibilities Explain how to assess newborn deterioration, cardiorespiratory compromise, breathing, heart rate, and responsiveness Explore temperature control and hypothermia prevention strategies during newborn emergencies Examine airway positioning, airway opening, and airway management procedures Demonstrate safe ventilation, inflation breath, and chest compression techniques Explain early recognition, emergency responses, and escalation procedures Provide guidance on team communication, emergency reporting, documentation, and handover procedures Explain post-resuscitation monitoring and ongoing care following newborn resuscitation to support recovery. Learning outcomes By the end of this CSTF Newborn Basic Life Support eLearning course, you will be able to: Recognise signs of newborn deterioration, respiratory compromise, and cardiac arrest Assess breathing, heart rate, and muscle tone during newborn emergencies Maintain airway patency and apply correct newborn airway positioning Initiate ventilation, deliver inflation breaths, and perform chest compressions in line with Resuscitation Council UK guidance Identify newborn hypothermia and apply appropriate temperature control measures Apply emergency responses and request escalation according to local protocols Communicate with resuscitation teams, provide structured handovers, and document emergency events Demonstrate safe and effective basic life support techniques for newborns in emergency situations. Course demo (video) Course assessment Multiple-choice knowledge assessment with a minimum pass mark of 80% Assessment questions mapped directly to course learning outcomes Unlimited assessment retakes included Confirms knowledge of newborn resuscitation, airway management, ventilation, and emergency response procedures. Course certification CPD-accredited digital certificate issued on successful course completion Certificate available for immediate download as a secure PDF Supports evidence of CSTF-aligned newborn basic life support training Certificate authenticity can be verified via the ComplyPlus™ platform. Refresher requirements This course certificate should be refreshed annually Earlier refresher is advised if legislation, guidance, workplace policy, or risk assessments change. Course accreditation Externally reviewed and accredited by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service, ensuring high-quality training meeting international standards Aligned with the UK CSTF and supports CQC and HSE expectations Informed by the Resuscitation Council UK newborn life support guidance and relevant UK legislation. FAQ's Why is this CSTF newborn basic life support online course important? This online course equips healthcare professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to recognise deterioration in newborns and respond quickly in neonatal emergencies. Early intervention and effective resuscitation can significantly improve survival and long-term outcomes for newborn infants. Who should take this CSTF newborn basic life support e-learning course? This e-learning course is designed for healthcare professionals involved in newborn care, including midwives, neonatal nurses, doctors, maternity staff and clinicians responsible for responding to neonatal emergencies or clinical deterioration. Does this CSTF newborn basic life support eLearning course meet CSTF training requirements? Yes. This eLearning course aligns with the Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) standards and is informed by current Resuscitation Council UK guidance for newborn life support and neonatal emergency response. How do I log on to the eLearning platform? After purchasing a course, you’ll receive an email with your login details and a platform access link to ComplyPlus™ LMS (optimised for Google Chrome). Your email address will serve as your fixed username. To avoid access issues, ensure your purchase information is accurate and up to date. I haven't received my login details. What should I do? Your login details are emailed automatically right after purchase. Please check your Spam or Junk folder, as some email providers (like Google or Yahoo) may direct them there. How do I download my certificate(s)? Once you have successfully completed the end-of-course assessment with a passing score, your certificate will be made available online on ComplyPlus™ LMS. It is issued in a quality-assured PDF format and can be downloaded directly from the platform. Once available, you can: Download the certificate directly to your device Save a digital copy for your records Print a physical copy if needed. No physical copy will be mailed, as all certificates are issued electronically for convenience and instant access. Can I request name changes on certificates? Learners are not allowed to change their names directly in the LMS. This is to ensure that the name reflected on the certificate belongs to the actual individual who completed the course and to prevent the risk of name forgery or transferring certificates to others. If you need to request a name change, please contact our Support Team by submitting your concern through this form. Kindly include a clear reason for the change and any supporting documentation required for verification. Do you give discounts for bulk purchases? Yes, we offer competitive volume discounts for organisations enrolling multiple candidates in any of our online training courses. To view our current volume discount options, click here. CSTF Newborn Basic Life Support - Level 2 | ComplyPlus™ LMS | The Mandatory Training Group UK -
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