Refresher course

This course enables Dunstan Baby Language Professionals and Dunstan Baby Language Trainers to continue developing their knowledge and skills so that they meet our standards. Take a refresher course before your certificate expires to avoid having to retake the entire training. 

  • The training

    The refresher course consists of an online section and a live lesson via Zoom.  


    After registering, you will gain access to the online course materials. Study them and complete the listening test.  


    Successfully completing the online section is required to take part in the live lesson via Zoom.  


    During the live lesson via Zoom, we explore the material in greater depth through practical exercises and additional tips.

  • Target audience and admission

    To take part in the refresher course, your current certificate must not yet have expired! 


    You must therefore hold a valid Dunstan Baby Language Professional or Dunstan Baby Language Trainer certificate.



  • Location

    This training is delivered online (via Zoom), so you can choose the location from which you would like to participate. 

  • Study load

    The workload for this course is 3 hours for the live Zoom lesson and approximately 2 to 5 hours of self-study.

  • What you need

    The refresher course is delivered online via Zoom. Ideally, you will take the training using a laptop or PC, but you can also join from a tablet or phone if necessary.


    Make sure you have a quiet environment and a good internet connection.


    Please bring your own pen and paper if you would like to take notes.

  • Certification

    After successfully completing the refresher course, your certificate will be extended for another 3 years. You will receive an additional certificate for this. 


  • Accreditation

    KCKZ

    The professional associations for maternity nurses have accredited the Refresher Course with 3 points in categories C and D. 


    KNOV

    The KNOV accreditation committee has accredited the Refresher Course for 4 hours under category A. Continuing education and professional development for the Midwives Quality Register.


    Other accreditations can be requested by arrangement.


  • Costs

    The refresher course costs €95,-


    This includes:

    • The lesson hours
    • Access to the online learning environment
    • Guidance
    • Certificate

    Dunstan Baby Language Netherlands is registered with the Central Register of Short Vocational Education. This means that the training and course materials can be provided VAT-free.

  • Training dates

    Below you will find the dates of the live lesson for the refresher course.


    Please note: before the start, you must have reviewed the online course materials, completed the listening test and prepared the presentation.


    Refresher course 2026 - 7

    Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 9:30 AM–12:30 PM


    Refresher course 2026 - 8

    Friday 30 October 2026 | 13:00 - 16:00 hours


    Refresher course 2026 - 9

    Monday 16 November 2026 | 19:00 - 22:00


    Refresher course 2026 - 10

    Wednesday, December 9, 2026 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM


    Refresher course 2027 - 1

    Monday 11 January 2027 | 19:00 - 22:00


    Refresher course 2027 - 2

    Thursday 4 February 2027 | 09:30 - 12:30


    Refresher course 2027 - 3

    Saturday 6 March 2027 | 09:30 - 12:30 hours


    Refresher course 2027 - 4

    Wednesday 14 April 2027 | 19:00 - 22:00


    Refresher course 2027 - 5

    Tuesday 25 May 2027 | 19:00 - 22:00 hours


    Refresher course 2027 - 6

    Thursday, 3 June 2027 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM


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