Skills for Midwifery Practice, 4e

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There are a limited number of medical conditions (such as being a chronic carrier of Hepatitis B) that may affect your ability to register as a midwife with the NMC and your freedom to practice in certain clinical situations on health and safety grounds. Every person who qualifies as a midwife must then register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). This is a necessity if you want to practice as a midwife within the UK.

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We accept a Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care for entry onto our midwifery course. You must complete your Foundation Degree (levels 4 and 5) with an overall distinction grade. Your Foundation Degree studies must have included sufficient study of human biology. We consider the Technical Foundation Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course (CTEC Health and Social Care). Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma with grades D*D or DD plus two A-levels at grades A/B which must include Biology or Chemistry. The NHS and education sector encourage applications from people with a wide range of academic and vocational qualifications. Some examples of qualifications that may be considered broadly equivalent to five GCSEs include: Your health and safety are very important, and we have implemented several measures to help maintain students' health and safety while on campus and in practice. These have been informed and approved by the Occupational Health Team.Please note that we do not accept Functional Skills 2 or equivalent qualifications in place of GCSE English and Maths. We may consider alternative science qualifications such as the BTEC First Certificate/Diploma in Applied Science. We accept Scottish Standard Grades and Intermediates in place of GCSEs.

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In the clinical learning environment, you will participate in the universal care of women/birthing people and their families and some individuals with different additional needs. You will use these experiences to consolidate and apply your foundational knowledge of universal care and support. Course units for year 1 Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including five GCSES/iGCSES at Grade B or 6. These may include your English, Science and Mathematics if at Grade B or 6. Your midwifery degree will be made up of practical work and theoretical study. Half of your time would be spent in university studying the theory of being a midwife. And the other half of your time would be based within practical midwifery placements. Providing you with the hands-on experience you need for employment. You will have support from a wide range of sources, including your academic advisor and assessor, link lecturers, practice supervisor, practice assessor, our Peer Assisted Study Scheme and university services.You will engage in a range of different activities designed to make learning enjoyable, challenging and effective. The principle focus in Year 4 is leadership, reflecting the national and local goals to deliver improvements in maternity care through strong, effective midwifery leadership (RCM, 2019). Professional Midwifery: Being evidence-based continues the thread of developing your research skills with direct application to your clinical roles. The Foundations units support your knowledge of anatomy and physiology, microbiology and pharmacology to underpin your understanding of the physiology and later pathologies related to childbearing. We've introduced new standards for midwifery in the UK, supporting them to deliver safe, effective, and kind care now and in the future. As a result, our midwives are at the forefront of improving people's health and wellbeing.

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Midwives are the main providers of care for the majority of childbearing women, people and their families throughout pregnancy, labour and the first few weeks after the birth. Midwives assess their wellbeing and needs, provide information on a wide range of issues, work with them to plan and provide their care, promote the health of the family, teach skills for labour and parenthood and support them and their partners throughout the childbearing process. Midwives work with and refer to a range of other professionals to provide high-quality care to birthing women and people. Our Midwifery Panel plays an important role in providing advice to the Council. It meets four times a year and the discussions and debates inform Council decisions in relation to midwifery. The midwifery unit As the course combines academic study with practice-based learning in a physically and emotionally demanding environment, we ensure that you benefit from caring and robust support systems to create a quality learning experience and an enjoyable time at Manchester. Associate Fellowship of Advance HE: This qualification is included in your degree, demonstrating your achievement in teaching and supporting learners.Choose from specialist options for your Year 2 elective to explore future midwifery careers, including research, education and global midwifery practice (subject to COVID-19 regulations). route will take the 10-credit Promoting Excellence in Midwifery Unit. This unit also considers the many roles of the midwife, in particular as leaders, communicators, professionals and change-makers. Leadership and education form a major aspect of your Year 4 studies. A successful midwife also possesses the ability to act on their own initiative. In the case of a medical emergency or any complications, you would need to be able to act fast and efficiently.