Care of the Infant or Child with Cleft Lip and/or Palate

Program Overview

This program equips healthcare professionals with specialized knowledge and skills in managing and supporting infants, children, and families affected by cleft lip and/or palate. It covers the etiology, anatomy, and treatment of cleft lip/palate, as well as clinical and counseling skills for family support. The program emphasizes leadership in service provision and development, with a focus on feeding management and ongoing support for affected individuals.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Develop skills and knowledge in managing and supporting infants, children and families affected by cleft lip and/or palate.
• Gain an in depth understanding into the aetiology, anatomy and physiology of cleft lip/palate as well as exploring the evidence base for treatment and management of these affected families.
• Enhance your clinical skills, needed to manage infants/children and families affected by cleft lip/palate, as well as your counselling skills for family support.
• Demonstrate leadership in reviewing your service provision and development.
• Focus on the management of feeding infants affected by cleft lip/palate and the ongoing support and treatment required for individual cases.