Instructor: Jen Rivera
The Silent Sufferer: Understanding and Treating Postpartum Anxiety in NICU Parents
Course Description
Empower clinicians to recognize, treat, and support NICU parents experiencing postpartum anxiety with compassion and evidence-based care. Clinical, Medical,
Learning Method: Recorded asynchronous distance (non-interactive). This course includes a recorded video and access to the presented resources.
Amount of CE Credit Offered: 1 General CE Credit. ASWB ACE and NBCC.
Fees: This course can be purchased individually for $25.00 or as part of an annual unlimited continuing education subscription available for $75/year.
Posttest: Following the course, the participant will take a 10 question posttest. A score of 70% correct is required to pass and obtain a certificate. If you do not pass the posttest, it can be re-taken after fully reviewing the materials again.
Certificate of Completion: In order to receive a certificate of completion, you must indicate that you've watched the entire video portion of the course, earn a passing grade on the test, and complete the requested course evaluation.
Content Level:
Both beginning and intermediate-level content are included in this course.
Instructor Bio(s):
Jen Rivera
ONE YEAR OF UNLIMITED CE FOR $75
Course Outline:
1) Understanding and Treating Postpartum Anxiety in NICU Parents
- Video: Understanding and Treating Postpartum Anxiety in NICU Parents
- Audio: Understanding and Treating Postpartum Anxiety in NICU Parents
2) Bibliography and References - Understanding and Treating Postpartum Anxiety in NICU Parents
- Bibliography - Understanding and Treating Postpartum Anxiety in NICU Parents
3) Posttest: Understanding and Treating Postpartum Anxiety in NICU Parents
- Posttest Instructions
- Posttest: Understanding and Treating Postpartum Anxiety in NICU Parents
4) Course Evaluation
- Course Evaluation Information - Understanding and Treating Postpartum Anxiety in NICU Parents
- Course Evaluation Link
Course Creation Date: November 5, 2025
Requesting Accessibility Accommodations:
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System Requirements:
- The most recent version of Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge browser
- Javascript enabled
- PDF plugin
- Graphic and audio output capability
- Broadband internet connection with a minimum speed of 5Mbps (recommended)
- TLS 1.2 supported by your web browser
Refund Policy: In general, refunds will not be provided. However, if you do have any concerns or grievances, please contact us at the email address below. Registrants who do not complete their course(s) will not receive a refund. Registrants who purchased the course but did not achieve a passing grade will not receive a refund. The Agents of Change Grievance Policy can be viewed here.
Cancellation Policy: If an Agents of Change Continuing Education course is canceled, a full refund will be provided to all participants.
Please email [email protected] with any questions about the course.
Agents of Change is Approved by ACE
Agents of Change, #1919, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 7/26/2023 – 7/26/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 1 General CE Credit.
Agents of Change is Approved by NBCC
Agents of Change has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7620. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Agents of Change is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Course Content
7 Lectures
Jen Rivera
Jen Rivera is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in child welfare and specialized training in Perinatal Mood Disorders and Perinatal Psychotherapy. As a mother of two and an Army wife, she brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to her work supporting parents through challenging transitions. After her youngest spent time in the NICU, Jen experienced postpartum anxiety firsthand, gaining a deeper appreciation for the emotional complexities faced by NICU parents. Today, she is passionate about educating clinicians and providers on accurately screening for and supporting parents experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), bridging the gap between clinical knowledge and lived experience to ensure no parent feels unseen or unsupported.
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