Micro-credential for Early Adopters

Welcome to the inaugural NAPNAP Pediatric Essentials Micro-credential Early Adopter Cohort!

The NAPNAP Pediatric Essentials Micro-credential is an innovative professional development program designed to strengthen pediatric nursing knowledge, enhance clinical confidence, and recognize specialized competency in caring for infants, children, adolescents, and their families. Developed with input from globally recognized pediatric nursing experts, this evidence-informed program provides learners with practical, clinically relevant education that can be applied across a variety of pediatric care settings.

As an Early Adopter, you are among the first learners worldwide to participate in this program and earn the NAPNAP Pediatric Essentials Micro-credential. Your participation will also help shape the future of this credential by providing valuable feedback that supports continuous program improvement.

The curriculum consists of four comprehensive modules that build foundational pediatric knowledge while strengthening assessment, clinical decision-making, and the integration of developmental, social, and emotional considerations into pediatric care. Each module includes interactive learning activities followed by a competency assessment.

We are excited to have you join this inaugural cohort and look forward to supporting you throughout your learning journey as you advance your pediatric nursing knowledge and professional development.

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Disclaimer

This micro-credential is designed to supplement professional knowledge and competency development. It does not replace formal nursing education, clinical training, professional licensure, degree or certification requirements, nor does it confer authority to practice independently or perform activities outside an individual's legal scope of practice. Participants are responsible for practicing in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, institutional policies, and professional standards.

Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this program is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any medications, diagnostic procedures or treatments discussed in this publication should not be used by clinicians or other health care professionals without first evaluating their patients’ conditions, considering possible contraindications or risks, reviewing any applicable manufacturer’s product information and comparing any therapeutic approach with the recommendations of other authorities

 

 

Target Audience

This groundbreaking program aims to set a consistent, globally recognized standard for pediatric health care delivery, regardless of borders, geography or income levels.

This Early Adopter Cohort is intended for a select group of learners who are committed to participating in the inaugural launch of the NAPNAP Pediatric Essentials Micro-credential. Participants agree to complete all course requirements, adhere to the established program timeline, and provide valuable feedback to support the evaluation and refinement of the program.

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 0.00 NAPNAP Contact Hours
Course opens: 
07/10/2026
Course expires: 
08/23/2026
Cost:
$375.00

NAPNAP Pediatric Essentials Micro-credential

Available Credit

  • 0.00 NAPNAP Contact Hours

Price

Cost:
$375.00
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Early Adopter Cohort Instructions

Welcome to the inaugural NAPNAP Pediatric Essentials Micro-credential Early Adopter Cohort! Please review the following information before beginning your learning experience.

Course Enrollment

You will be enrolled in the course on August 3, 2026. Once your enrollment has been processed, you will receive a confirmation email at the email address you used to register. Please monitor your inbox (and junk/spam folder, if necessary) for your enrollment confirmation and course access information.

Before You Begin

Before starting Module I, please:

  • Review the Early Adopter Cohort schedule and module deadlines.
  • Ensure you have reliable internet access and sufficient time to complete each module.
  • Contact the support team if you experience any technical difficulties or have questions.

Program Schedule

The Early Adopter Cohort will start on August 3, 2026 with course work and assessments concluding on September 27, 2026.

A new module will be released every two weeks.

For each module:

    Week 1

    • Participants are enrolled in all required learning activities and course content

    Week 2

    • Participants are enrolled in module assessment
    • All course content and the associated assessment must be completed by the end of week 2

    Program Requirements

    To successfully complete the Early Adopter Cohort, learners must:

    • Complete all required learning activities for each module.
    • Complete each module assessment within the designated assessment window.
    • Successfully complete all four modules and assessments by September 27, 2026.

    Assessment Information

    As part of the inaugural Early Adopter Cohort, assessment passing scores will be established following completion of a formal psychometric standard-setting process.

    Please note:

    • Immediate pass/fail results will not be available upon completion of individual assessments.
    • Final assessment results will be communicated once the standard-setting process has been completed.
    • Participants who achieve a passing score will be able to return to the module activity to claim their credit, certificate and digital badge.
    • Participants who do not achieve a passing score on one or more assessments will have the opportunity to retake those assessments following the initial rollout period and within six months of the August 3, 2026 program launch.