This course is now full. Pease contact B4SC@pinnacle.health.nz if you would like to go on a wait list to attend.
The Ministry of Health has introduced standards for B4SC training, recommending 24 hours of initial training for all new B4SC nurses. The assessments as well as supervised practice makes up for the hours uncounted.
Our training includes:
Please note the emphasis on attendees having observed B4School checks before the training day to give context to the clinical guidelines covered during the training.
We are committed to providing training that supports B4SC nurses in the Waikato region, to confidently carry out these important and holistic checks and want to remain in line with the Ministry of Health recommendations for best practice.
Morning tea, afternoon tea and lunch will be provided each day.
Roadside parking outside the Pinnacle office is only free for two hours. We recommend you park slightly further away and walk to the office or be prepared to pay for all day parking.
Please register using the form below. Please include the following information under special requirements.
A confirmation email will be sent to all registered participants along with the reading to complete prior to your attendance.
Moira Hubbard, B4SC Coordinator
moira.hubbard@pinnacle.health.nz
027 201 8240
Helen Connors, B4SC Clinical Lead
helen.connors@pinnacle.health.nz
027 665 5515
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