Intermediate fetal monitoring
AWHONN's evidence-based fetal monitoring course designed to strengthen clinical judgment, improve interpretation skills, and build confidence at the bedside.
What you’ll learn
AWHONN's evidence-based fetal monitoring course designed to strengthen clinical judgment, improve interpretation skills, and build confidence at the bedside.
✓ Interpret fetal heart rate tracings with confidence
✓ Apply NICHD terminology in clinical practice
✓ Recognize reassuring, indeterminate, and abnormal patterns
✓ Select evidence-based nursing interventions
✓ Strengthen clinical decision-making through case studies
✓ Improve communication with the healthcare team
Why learn with
womb service
An engaging, supportive learning environment designed to help you understand the "why," behind every clinical decision.
Small Class Sizes
Personalized instruction with plenty of opportunities to ask questions, participate in discussions, and learn alongside your peers.
Hands-On Learning
Practice practical bedside skills and apply concepts through interactive learning and real clinical scenarios.
Physiology First
Develop a deeper understanding of maternal and fetal physiology so clinical decisions become more intuitive and confident.
Clinical Experience
Benefit from experience gained in more than 25 hospitals across the country, bringing diverse clinical perspectives into every class.
course details
Everything you need to know before registering.
Format
In-Person
Interactive classroom instruction with case discussions and hands-on learning.
Contact Hours
11.5 Nursing Contact Hours
Awarded upon successful completion of the course.
Prerequisite
Online prerequisite required 48 hours before class
Participants who have not completed the prerequisite may not attend class as scheduled.
Materials
Participant materials available through Kendall Hunt
Required for course participation and registration.
Class Size
Limited Enrollment
Small class sizes encourage discussion, questions, and individualized instruction.
Location
Southern California & On-Site Hospital Education
Open-enrollment classes are held throughout Southern California. On-site education is available for hospitals and healthcare organizations.
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Labor and Delivery clinicians seeking AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring certification or recertification.
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Yes. The online prerequisite must be completed at least 48 hours before class in order to attend. No exceptions per AWHONN requirements.
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Yes. The course includes hands-on practice with skills such as Leopold’s maneuvers, fetal scalp electrode placement, and intrauterine catheter placement.
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Enrollment is intentionally limited to 6 participants to encourage discussion, questions, and individualized instruction.
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Open-enrollment classes are offered throughout Southern California. On-site education is also available for hospitals or groups upon request.
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Bring your AWHONN participant materials, something to take notes with, and any food or beverages you’d like during class.
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Absolutely. Whether you're taking the course for the first time, renewing your certification, or simply looking to strengthen your understanding of fetal monitoring, the course is designed to deepen clinical reasoning and reinforce evidence-based practice.
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Browse upcoming class dates or contact Womb Service directly for personalized hospital education.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before attending class.
Ready to Strengthen Your Clinical Confidence?
Join a supportive, evidence-based learning environment designed to help you understand fetal monitoring with confidence. Whether you're seeking certification or strengthening your bedside practice, Womb Service is here to help you succeed.
Lets Connect
Whether you're interested in an upcoming course, bringing education to your hospital, or simply have a question, I'd love to hear from you. I'll get back to you as soon as possible.
Email: WombServiceEducation@gmail.com
Location: Marina del Rey, California
Serving: Hospitals and nurses nationwide