Open+Book


 
Open Book is an online resource for professional learning and development



The first chapter of Open Book focuses on child growth, providing a comprehensive practical approach to monitoring the growth of infants and toddlers - from birth to three years.

Open Book on Growth has been written by a multidisciplinary group of experts in child nutrition, growth and development. It consists of five main learning modules and a resources area.
Open Book on Growth has been approved by the BDA, accredited by the RCN accreditation unit and reviewed by members of UNITE CPHVA. Once the learning module quizzes have been completed you can print off CPD certificates.


Open Book on Growth includes:

• Online film showing measuring techniques in practice
• Interactive plotting exercises to practice your skills
• Case studies relating the theory to practice
• Advice on how to explain growth monitoring to parents
• Comprehensive review of current guidelines for all healthcare professionals
• Downloadable resources

Access Chapter 1: Growth

Open Book on Growth Training Pack

We have developed a training pack designed to support the online learning programme by providing practical resources so that tutors can develop and tailor their training sessions to meet individual course requirements. This includes a Factsheet set, Measuring Growth DVD, Weight Conversion Chart, Age in weeks calculator, Growth charts (boys and girls 0-18 years), Child Growth Foundation Lasso-o™ head circumference tape, key calculations summary (BMI/ Mid-parental height) and a sample training programme.

Training packs are available to purchase using our online ordering system. Simply click the link above to place your order.