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Become a Trained Newborn Care Specialist — Anywhere in America

The most comprehensive NCS certification training available online and in-person nationwide. Science-backed. NCSA Approved Program. Career-changing.

NCSA Approved Program

AAP-Aligned Curriculum 

WHO-Referenced

18 Modules 

Hybrid Format 

Nationwide Training 

Course Certificate Upon Completion

YOUR PATH FORWARD

Two Paths to NCS Certification. One Standard of Excellence.

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$679

Online Certification

✓  18 self-paced modules

✓  Lifetime access

✓  Digital textbook & workbook

✓  Certificate upon completion

✓  30-min coaching session included

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$1,197

In-Person Hybrid

✓  Weekend intensive (Sat & Sun)

✓  Hands-on demonstrations

✓  Lunch included both days

✓  E-textbook & swag bag

✓  Monthly in rotating US cities

Both tracks meet the same rigorous standard. Payment plans available.

WEEKEND INTENSIVES

TRAINING COMING TO A CITY NEAR YOU

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New York City
Active

June 6-7th, 2026

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Los Angeles
Waitlist

Aug 1–2, 2026

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Atlanta
Waitlist

Aug 15th- 16th, 2026

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Boston
Waitlist

Aug 29-30th, 2026

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MEET YOUR LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Ruka Curate

Grounded in science. Guided by instinct. Built for the earliest days of life.

Ruka Curate is the founder of Pro Newborn Care™ and has spent more than 24 years working with families through the earliest stages of infancy as a ROTA nanny, sleep consultant, and newborn care professional. With a formal background in biochemistry and neuroscience, she built this program because she believed the industry deserved something grounded in real science and real experiences. She also founded Tiny Treasures Nanny Agency and Parents First Days™, creating a full ecosystem that trains, places, and supports NCS & Childcare professionals across the United States.

AAP-Referenced
WHO-Informed
NCSA Aligned
Nationwide Graduates
GRADUATE VOICES

Trusted by Professionals Nationwide

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"This program completely changed my career trajectory. I went from a part-time babysitter to a fully booked NCS within 8 months of graduating. This wasn't easy, but the confidence I gained helped. This course set up realistic expectations"

Michelle T.

New York, NY · Pro Newborn Care Student

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"The depth of the curriculum set this apart from every other program I researched. It's rigorous, science-backed, and taught by someone who actually still works as an NCS."

Jasmine R.

Atlanta, GA · Pro Newborn Care Student

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"I traveled from Los Angeles for the in-person class in NYC and it was worth every mile. I felt heard with all of my questions It was hands-on learning with a passionate instructor. Ruka is amazing"

Priya K.

Los Angeles, CA · Pro Newborn Care Student

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FOR PARENTS

Parents First Days™

Postpartum NCS support for new families. Currently in beta in NYC & Boston.

Join Waitlist ↗
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FOCUSED LEARNING

Explore More Courses

Infant Sleep, Baby Nutrition, and more specialized mini-courses for NCS professionals.

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