Standardized education for a coordinated approach to neonatal care
Every day, hundreds of newly-born infants become ill and require specialized care. Reinforce your perinatal staffs' knowledge and critical thinking skills through a dynamic, case-based online learning experience–available exclusively through HealthStream.

The S.T.A.B.L.E. Program
The S.T.A.B.L.E. Program is the leading neonatal education program focused on post-resuscitation and pre-transport stabilization of sick infants. Built around an easy-to-remember mnemonic, S.T.A.B.L.E. covers six essential care areas: Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, and Emotional Support—with a seventh module on Quality Improvement to promote ongoing clinical excellence.
Effective education to help improve neonatal outcomes
Improve the quality of life for infants and their families with the latest educational tools from S.T.A.B.L.E.
The S.T.A.B.L.E. Program Online 7th Ed. with Foundations
Delivered exclusively online through HealthStream, all perinatal staff have the opportunity to reinforce their knowledge and critical thinking skills through a dynamic, case-based online learning experience.





Meet the author, founder, & program director behind S.T.A.B.L.E.
Dr. Kris Karlsen is the visionary behind the internationally renowned S.T.A.B.L.E. Program, the most widely used training program for neonatal post-resuscitation and pre-transport stabilization. A board-certified neonatal nurse practitioner with over 40 years of experience, Dr. Karlsen is an award-winning author and dynamic educator, inspiring audiences worldwide with her expertise in neonatal and cardiac care.
Valuable for the entire perinatal care team
Provide evidence-based curriculum, designed to train physicians, nurses, midwives, respiratory therapists, licensed practical nurses, pre-hospital providers, and transport personnel how to recognize and treat a wide range of neonatal emergencies.

Labor & Delivery
Standardize the delivery of maternal and neonatal care.

NICUs, Special Care & Newborn Nurseries
Ensure prompt, effective, and necessary stabilization care.

Emergency Department
Instill seamless coordination and communication.

Neonatal & Maternal Transport
Improve confidence when delivering care to sick neonates in transport.
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Enhance your practice with the latest S.T.A.B.L.E. insights
Dr. Kris Karlsen provides an in-depth overview of the S.T.A.B.L.E. Program 7th Edition and S.T.A.B.L.E. Foundations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the S.T.A.B.L.E. Program stand for?
The S.T.A.B.L.E. mnemonic stands for sugar, temperature, airway, blood pressure, lab work, and emotional support for the family.
Who is S.T.A.B.L.E. accredited by?
"HealthStream CNE Provider Unit is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. ANCC Provider Number: P0088
HealthStream, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians."
Is S.T.A.B.L.E. just for NICU staff?
No! The course curriculum is applicable to the everyday assessment and care of both well and sick infants. The goal is to avoid a NICU admission altogether by rapidly recognizing and responding to infants who should be well, but have signs of illness.
How long does S.T.A.B.L.E. certification last?
2 Years.
What's the current edition of the S.T.A.B.L.E. Program?
S.T.A.B.L.E. 7th Edition is the most current version of the program. The S.T.A.B.L.E. Program Online 7th Ed. with Foundations is available exclusively through HealthStream.
Are there are two ways to take the S.T.A.B.L.E. 7th edition learner course?
Yes, all online (via HealthStream) or have students complete the Foundations course online (via HealthStream) and then attend the in-person class with an instructor.
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Empower your perinatal team with lifesaving neonatal skills
The S.T.A.B.L.E. Program—available exclusively online through HealthStream—makes it easy to standardize education, reinforce critical thinking, and track progress across your teams.
- Developed and reviewed by neonatal and obstetric experts
- Focused on neonatal assessment and post-resuscitation/pre-transport care
- Delivered online for convenient, self-paced access
- Tracks CE credits and learner progress with ease