# Advanced Paediatric Health Assessment

**Source**: https://bloomberg.nursing.utoronto.ca/cpd-course/advanced-paediatric-health-assessment/
**Parent**: https://bloomberg.nursing.utoronto.ca/media/older-adults-take-longer-to-recover-from-surgeries-than-expected-citing-need-for-better-post-operative-planning-and-guidance/

## Course Outline

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| Date and Week | Topic | Delivery Method | Evaluative Components (TBC) |
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| Week 1  Sept. 14, 2026 | Introduction to course Growth – Measurement, Interpretation and Action | Recorded lecture and live case-based discussion | Discussion Board Post |
| Week 2  Sept. 21, 2026 | Newborn & Infant Development | Online  Asynchronous | Discussion Board Post  MCQ quiz (knowledge check) |
| Week 3  Sept. 28, 2026 | Toddler and Preschool Development | Online  Asynchronous | Discussion Board Post  MCQ quiz (knowledge check) |
| Week 4  Oct. 5, 2026 | School age and Adolescent Development  Suspected Child Abuse & Neglect | Recorded lecture and live case-based  discussion | Discussion Board Post |
| Week 5  Oct. 12, 2026 | Health History taking | Online  Asynchronous | MCQ quiz (knowledge check)  Assessment 1 due – growth and  development |
| Week 6  Oct. 19, 2026 | Physical Assessment – ophthalmology, HEENT, Derm | Online  Asynchronous | Discussion Board Post  MCQ quiz (knowledge check) |
| Week 7  Oct. 26, 2026 | Physical Assessment – Respiratory, cardiac, GI/GU | Online  Asynchronous | Discussion Board Post  MCQ quiz (knowledge check) |
| Week 8  Nov. 2, 2026 | Physical Assessment – Neuro, MSK | Online  Asynchronous | Discussion Board Post  MCQ quiz (knowledge check) |
| Week 9  Nov. 9, 2026 | Immunizations | Online  Asynchronous | MCQ quiz (knowledge check)  Assessment 2 due – Physical  Assessment |
| Week 10  Nov. 16, 2026 | Well Child Visits and Anticipatory Guidance (Safety, nutrition, illness) | Online  Asynchronous | Discussion Board Post  MCQ quiz (knowledge check) |

## Course Directors

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### Krista Keilty, NP-Paediatrics, PhD

Paediatric Course Director, Centre for Professional Development   \
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Assistant Professor (*status only*), Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing \
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Nurse Practitioner and Associate Chief Interprofessional Practice-Connected Care & System Integration, Hospital for Sick Children  \

### Sherri Adams, MSN, NP-Paeds,  PNP-PC/AC

Nurse Practitioner-Paediatrics, Complex Care Program, The Hospital for Sick Children \
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Adjunct Lecturer, Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing \

## Registration Information

**Bundle:** Online Course & Simulation Lab \ *\*Best Value\**
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**Online Course**
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**Simulation Lab In-Person Session** \ *Must complete ALL Modules prior to attending the in-person session.*
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**GROUP Rate** – 3+ from the same site \ SAVE 10% on the Bundle Rate: Online Course and Simulation Lab \ *Discount is applied with unique group promotional code*
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### Please Note:

**Refund Policy**– To withdraw from a course, send a written request to [pd.nursing@utoronto.ca](mailto:pd.nursing@utoronto.ca)before the Refund Deadline **August 14th, 2026.** No refunds will be given after this date. All refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $100 + tax.

- Registration Deadline: September 14, 2026

- **All modules must be complete prior to attending an in-person simulation lab.**
- No on-site registration is available at the event.
- **Course Cancellation Policy**–The Centre for Professional Development reserves the right to cancel courses due to circumstances. The decision to cancel a course is normally made 15 days prior to the course. If you are enrolled in a course which is subsequently cancelled, you may apply your fee to another course, or receive a full refund. The Centre is not responsible for any travel or other expenses incurred by you.

## Financial Aid

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[Financial Aid FAQ’s](https://bloomberg.nursing.utoronto.ca/frequently-asked-questions/)

[Click here to visit OSAP: Ontario Student Assistance Program](https://www.ontario.ca/page/osap-ontario-student-assistance-program)

## Contact Us

- (416) 978-5207
- [pd.nursing@utoronto.ca](mailto:pd.nursing@utoronto.ca)

**Centre for Professional Development** \
Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing \
University of Toronto \
155 College Street, Suite 130 \
Toronto, ON, Canada \
M5T 1P8