In keeping with ICEA's philosophy of "freedom of choice based on knowledge of alternatives," ICEA workshops focus on developing effective teaching techniques and applying adult education principles to childbirth classes rather than advocating specific content for childbirth education classes. With the material presented, the participants increase their capability of developing appropriate class curriculum and differing their teaching style to meet the individual needs of each class.

This workshop is designed to offer basic training and to strengthen educational skills for childbirth educators, prenatal instructors and others working with the childbearing family. Attending the entire workshop will meet the contact hour requirements for ICEA childbirth educator certification.

Please bring a pillow and wear comfortable clothing throughout the workshop.

DATES AND LOCATIONS

Exact workshop meeting room name, location, and hotel information will be sent with workshop registration confirmation. A limited block of sleeping rooms have been reserved for workshop participants at a hotel near the workshop location.

Buffalo, New York USA - October 23-25, in conjunction with ICEA 2008 International Convention. ICEA 2008 International Convention Training Track. NOTE: Registration materials for the ICEA 2008 International Convention, including the Basic Teacher Training Workshop held in conjunction with the convention, will be available in the spring of 2008.

DAILY SCHEDULE

DAY ONE

Dynamics of Group Learning in Childbirth Education

• List four sequential steps in group development.
  

• Identify ways to enhance group learning.
  

Teaching Skills for the Childbirth Educator

• Discuss importance of knowing own learning style.
  

• Identify advantages of immediate application of knowledge.

DAY TWO

Healthy Lifestyles

• Identify biological changes caused by the stress response.
  

• Discuss the ACOG Guidelines for exercise during pregnancy.
  

• List strategies for teaching nutrition.

Labor Process

• List techniques for teaching normal labor.
  

• Discuss labor variations that should be taught.

Relaxation and Breathing

• List benefits of relaxation during labor.
  

• Explain two distinct uses of breathing techniques in labor.

Comfort in Labor: Labor Support

• Summarize labor support research.
  

• Identify progression for teaching labor support techniques.

Second Stage

• Compare Friedman's Curve to Simkin's three-phase model.
  

• Identify the advantages and disadvantages of second stage positions.

DAY THREE

Birth, Postpartum and Breastfeeding

• Discuss coping mechanisms to deal with unexpected outcomes.
  

• Identify resources for breastfeeding support.

Teaching From a Risk-Benefit Point of View

• Define informed choice.
  

• Identify techniques for teaching benefits and risks.

Curriculum Development

• List four questions educators should ask to determine curriculum.
  

• Identify the three domains of learning.