ESPNIC courses are designed to prepare candidates for the European Paediatric / Neonatal Intensive Care DiplomaTM or provide continuous professional development by refreshing participants’ core knowledge of the speciality. These events grant unique networking opportunities with ESPNIC experts and fellow participants from around Europe.
Additionally, our society offers a wide range of online courses through the ESPNIC Education portal.
COURSE LENGTH
The estimated time required to complete the course, including the final assessment, is 3 hours.
DESCRIPTION
This self-paced online course, titled “Analgesia & Sedation for Young Professionals in PICU & NICU,” provides an in-depth exploration of the specialized area of pediatric and neonatal analgesia and sedation (AS). It is particularly suited to young healthcare professionals working in Pediatric Intensive Care Units (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU). By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with a broad and practical understanding of analgesia and sedation within the context of PICU & NICU, preparing them for the diverse challenges these environments present.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- Formulate effective analgesia and sedation plans for PICU & NICU patients, understanding the unique AS characteristics in neonatal and pediatric populations.
- Identify and manage challenging cases of analgesia, sedation, delirium, and withdrawal syndrome (WS), learning about the relevant drugs used in these complex scenarios.
- Understand Neuromuscular Blocking Agents (NMBA), their indications in NICU & PICU, and strategies for delirium-protective drug use and AS drug weaning.
- Master the use of scales and instrumental tools for monitoring sedation, delirium, and WS in NICU & PICU, including the application and indications of pEEG monitoring.
COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
To successfully complete the course and receive a certificate of completion, participants must watch all lectures, receive a minimum score of 80% on the final assessment, and complete the course evaluation survey). Participants who attempt the final assessment but do not pass will be eligible for a certificate of participation.
PRICES
| ESPNIC Members | EUR 40 |
| Non-ESPNIC Members | EUR 100 |
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COURSE LENGTH
The estimated time required to complete the course, including final assessment, is 5 hours.
DESCRIPTION
The ESPNIC online nursing courses focuses on important clinical issues of interest and relevance to nurses. Expert researchers and nurses share the most up to date evidence and discussion around these issues and topics.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- Understand and describe the anatomical and physiological differences between adults and children
- Understand and describe the assessment of the critically ill child
- Understand and describe post-intensive care syndrome in children (PICS-p)
- Discuss best practices in end of life (palliative) care in the critically ill child
- Discuss the measurement of family satisfaction within the paediatric and neonatal intensive care unit
- Discuss family-centred care in the paediatric and neonatal intensive care unit
- Understand the principles and practicalities of continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) in critically ill children
- Understand the principles and practicalities of peritoneal dialysis in critically ill children
- Describe the barriers for starting enteral nutrition in critically ill children
- Understand the considerations in performing endotracheal suctioning in high-risk patients
- Describe the issues in caring for children with sedation and withdrawal
- Understand and discuss pain assessment in the neonate and child
- Understand the principles and process for detailed respiratory assessment (including chest auscultation) in critically ill children
COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
To successfully complete the course and receive a certificate of completion, participants must watch all lectures, receive a minimum score of 75% on the final assessment, and complete the course evaluation survey within the course opening period (18 April – 18 July 2022). Participants who attempt the final assessment but do not pass will be eligible for a certificate of participation.
PRICES
| ESPNIC Members | EUR 50 |
| Non-ESPNIC Members | EUR 120 |
| Unit Price (max. 10 participants) | EUR 500 |
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COURSE LENGTH
The estimated time required to complete the course, including the final assessment, is 5 hours.
DESCRIPTION
A self-paced online course highly relevant to all PICU and NICU healthcare professionals. This is a basic overview of Evidence-Based Practice and how to read and interpret different paper types. Please note that this course does not cover understanding statistical tests and data analysis.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- Understand what evidence-based practice means
- Be able to formulate a clinical question
- Understand the principles of critical appraisal
- Understand the importance of and methods to implement evidence into practice
- Be able to assess the relevance of published research to your own practice or clinical question
- Be able to appraise different types of published research and judge their credibility and reliability
COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
To successfully complete the course and receive a certificate of completion, participants must watch all lectures, receive a minimum score of 75% on the final assessment, and complete the course evaluation survey within the course opening period (18 April – 18 July 2022). Participants who attempt the final assessment but do not pass will be eligible for a certificate of participation.
PRICES
| ESPNIC Members | EUR 50 |
| Non-ESPNIC Members | EUR 120 |
| Unit Price (max. 10 participants) | EUR 500 |
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AUDIENCE
Medical, nursing and allied health professionals that work using mechanical ventilation in the paediatric field. This course is also suitable for adult intensive care and anaesthesia staff that have to deal with paediatrics on an occasional basis.
DATES
- Start: 17 April 2023
- End: 17 July 2023
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Mechanical Ventilation Course has been developed by the members of the ESPNIC Respiratory Failure Section. In over 40 sessions, the basics of paediatric mechanical ventilation will be discussed. Because mechanical ventilation is one of the most common interventions in the paediatric intensive care unit, this course is very relevant for all staff involved in the care of critically ill children.
COURSE TOPICS
For a full list of topics, please download the course brochure.
- Part 1: Introduction
- Part 2: Conventional Modes
- Part 3: Other Modes
- Part 4: Ventilation in Different Scenarios
- Part 5: Assessment and Further Steps
- Part 6: Liberation from MV
- Part 7: Complementary Treatments
COURSE LENGTH
The estimated time required to complete the course, including the final assessment, is 40 hours.
PRICING
| ESPNIC Members | EUR 100 |
| Non-ESPNIC Members | EUR 180 |
COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
To successfully complete the course and receive a certificate of completion, participants must watch all lectures, receive a minimum score of 75% on the final assessment, and complete the course evaluation survey within the course opening period (17 April-17 July 2023). Participants who attempt the final assessment but do not pass will be eligible for a certificate of participation.
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AUDIENCE
Medical, nursing and allied health professionals that work using lung ultrasound in the neonatal field.
DATES
- Start: 24 October 2023
- End: 20 December 2023
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Neonatal Lung Ultrasound course has been developed by the members of the ESPNIC Neonatal Critical Care Section.
Dive into the essentials of Neonatal Lung Ultrasound with a comprehensive course blending pre-recorded lectures, 2 live sessions, and interactive quizzes for self-assessment. Begin with the fundamentals, patterns and scoring systems, basic investigation, potential pitfalls and limitations. Gain insights into various neonatal syndromes, differentiating between term and preterm infant conditions. Benefit from real-life case studies in the delivery room and NICU scenarios, including term, pre-term, and critical situations. Equip yourself with the knowledge to handle neonatal lung challenges effectively and safely. Perfect for health professionals who want to learn about baby lung care.
COURSE TOPICS
For a full list of topics, please download the course brochure.
- Part 1: Basics
- Part 2: Syndromes
- Part 3: Cases (with live sessions)
COURSE LENGTH
The estimated time required to complete the course, including the final assessment, is 9 hours.
PRICING
| ESPNIC Members | EUR 80 |
| Non-ESPNIC Members | EUR 160 |
COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
To successfully complete the course and receive a certificate of completion, participants must watch all lectures, receive a minimum score of 75% on the final assessment, and complete the course evaluation survey within the course opening period (24 October – 20 December 2023). Participants who attempt the final assessment but do not pass will be eligible for a certificate of participation.
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COURSE LENGTH
The estimated time required to complete the course, including the final assessment, is 2 hours.
DESCRIPTION
The Nutrition in Critical Care course includes 10 sessions delivered by experienced ESPNIC Nutrition Section members. The course is aimed at all members of the PICU multi-disciplinary team and based around the ESPNIC consensus nutrition guidelines.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- Assess the nutritional status of the critically ill child
- Assess the energy requirements of the critically ill child
- Assess the protein requirements of the critically ill child
- Successfully plan and guide enteral feeding in the critically ill child
- Choose the most appropriate feed for the critically ill child
- Appropriately assess the tolerance of enteral nutrition
- Assess the role and timing of parental nutrition in the critically ill child
COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
To successfully complete the course and receive a certificate of completion, participants must watch all lectures, receive a minimum score of 75% on the final assessment, and complete the course evaluation survey within the course opening period (18 April – 18 July 2022). Participants who attempt the final assessment but do not pass will be eligible for a certificate of participation.
PRICES
| ESPNIC Members | EUR 50 |
| Non-ESPNIC Members | EUR 120 |
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DATES
Start: 18 September 2023
End: 18 December 2023
COURSE LENGTH
The estimated time required to complete the course, including the final assessment, is 3 hours.
DESCRIPTION
This is a self-guided online course designed primarily for young professionals in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Units (PICU). The course delivers an in-depth overview of Pharmacology as it applies to NICU and PICU settings. It focuses on providing a comprehensive understanding of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and drug interactions in these specialized care units. Please note, while this course provides a fundamental knowledge of pharmacology in the context of NICU and PICU, it does not delve into specific treatment protocols or drug administration techniques.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- Understand the principles of pharmacokinetics (PK) in NICU & PICU patients, including age and disease modifications, and apply this knowledge in the context of drug interactions and toxicity.
- Gain expertise in drug monitoring in PICU, understanding its indications, modalities, and the process of drug administration.
- Recognize and address the risk of medication errors in the NICU & PICU environment, with a focus on identifying critical areas in the medication process and implementing strategies to reduce errors.
COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS
To successfully complete the course and receive a certificate of completion, participants must watch all lectures, receive a minimum score of 75% on the final assessment, and complete the course evaluation survey within the course opening period (18 September-18 December 2023). Participants who attempt the final assessment but do not pass will be eligible for a certificate of participation.
PRICES
| ESPNIC Members | EUR 40 |
| Non-ESPNIC Members | EUR 100 |
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The ESPNIC BASIC (Basic Assessment & Support in Intensive Care) course is an internationally recognized course of lectures, tutorials and skill stations focused on the management of the first 24h of critical illness in childhood.
The Course is organised by different institutions around the world but follows the same format, including; course textbook, mailed to participants prior to the course; online tutorial/lectures for pre-course preparation; pre-course MCQ-based formative assessment; followed by 2-3 day course consisting of lectures, skill stations and tutorials taught by Intensive Care specialists, with an emphasis on a practical approach to the management of critically ill patients. At the end of the course, a Post-course MCQ test is performed.
The course targets junior ICU doctors with little ICU experience, senior trainees in medicine, surgery or emergency medicine and senior ICU nurses.
The course covers the following topics:
- Airway management & Mechanical ventilation
- Acute respiratory failure
- Cardiopulmonary physiology
- Haemodynamic monitoring
- CHD, recognition & initial management
- Management of shock
- Interpretation of ABGs & CXR
- Nutrition
- Sedation & analgesia
- Transport of critically ill children
- Neurological emergencies
- Acute renal failure
- Severe sepsis & severe trauma
The ESPNIC Summer/Winter Schools are a 3-4 day refresher course targeted at candidates preparing for the European Paediatric / Neonatal Intensive Care DiplomaTM (EPIC DiplomaTM), or any individuals wanting to refresh their core knowledge in the specialty.
Each edition focuses on different topics from neurocritical care through ethics, non-invasive mechanical ventilation in the PICU/NICU to critical care nephrology.
The small scale event (up to 30 participants) allows practical hands-on training by key speakers and experts from ESPNIC. The course provides an insight into current topics and controversies in the newest topics in the Intensive Care world, covering both dedicated theory and practical components.
The ESPNIC International Multidisciplinary Paediatric and Neonatal Acute and Critical Care Research Summer School is an event, endorsed by ESPNIC and organized by different local societies in different countries. The programme provides a 2-day personalised learning experience for a small group of participants delivered by a large group of experienced faculty and research staff. This event aims to deepen participants’ understanding of methodological approaches to key issues. This is enabled by keynote plenary lectures on key issues, followed by optional elective workshops on methodological approaches or research issues. These sessions are suggested by research level starting from master’s level, through to early post-doctoral level.