Abstract: Objective: To describe the application of ADDIE Model in the leveled training of neonatal nurses and evaluate the influences of the model on the core competence of these nurses. Methods: A team regarding leveled neonatal nurse training was established. Then neonatal nurses from our hospital were recruited to participate in the theoretical and practical training using the cluster sampling method according to 5 phases of ADDIE Model. Nurses recruited were offered assessment from three aspects including theoretical knowledge, core competence and teaching abilities before their training. Results: After the leveled training based on ADDIE Model, nurses scored higher in theoretical knowledge than before (86.08±6.68 vs 78.92±5.95, P<0.05). The total score of core competence of nurse after the training was also better than before (173.70±8.36 vs 167.22±8.30, P<0.05). Besides, nurses showed more satisfaction towards the training arrangement, teaching methods, learning atmosphere and faculty standard in the leveled training designed based on ADDIE Model than before (P<0.05). Conclusion: The leveled training of neonatal nurses developed on the basis of ADDIE Model could improved the core competence of these nurses.

Key words: ADDIE Model; neonatal nursing; leveled training