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IOMH - Institute of Mental Health Introduction to Midwifery Certificate IOMH - Institute of Mental Health
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  • Accredited by: CiQCPD Qualification Standards
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  • Course delivery: This course is delivered in video format

Course details

Midwifery is one of the most rewarding and essential roles in healthcare, shaping the future of maternal and newborn well-being. This comprehensive Midwifery course introduces the foundations of midwifery, from antenatal care to postnatal support. Designed to deepen your understanding of midwifery, it explores the physical, emotional, and social aspects of childbirth, empowering you to make a difference in the lives of mothers and babies.

You'll learn the responsibilities of a midwife, understand childbirth in various cultural contexts, and explore both traditional and alternative care methods. Whether you’re starting a career in midwifery or looking to enhance your knowledge, this course equips you with the theoretical knowledge needed to support women throughout pregnancy and childbirth.

Learning Outcomes:
  • Understand the role of midwifery and its historical context.
  • Learn about antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care.
  • Explore the social, cultural, and spiritual aspects of childbearing.
  • Recognize and respond to medical disorders in pregnancy.
  • Understand midwifery management and professional ethics.
  • Gain knowledge of newborn care, stillbirth, and bereavement support.
Course Curriculum
  • Module 01: Definition and Origin of Midwifery
  • Module 02: Midwifery as a Career Option
  • Module 03: Midwifery Management and Education
  • Module 04: Midwives’ Role in Health and Inequality
  • Module 05: Social, Cultural and Spiritual Context of Childbearing
  • Module 06: Antenatal Care and Screening
  • Module 07: Midwifery Support in Labour: Intrapartum Care
  • Module 08: Induction of labour
  • Module 09: Postnatal Care as a Midwife
  • Module 10: Nurture and Nature: The Healthy Newborn
  • Module 11: Stillbirth, Neonatal Death and Bereavement
  • Module 12: Infant feeding
  • Module 13: Newborn Infection
  • Module 14: Home Birth
  • Module 15: Complementary and Alternative Medicines Applied to Maternity Care
  • Module 16: Pharmacology and Medicines Management
  • Module 17: Bleeding in Pregnancy
  • Module 18: Medical Disorders of Pregnancy
  • Module 19: Pre-term Labour
  • Module 20: Twins and higher-order births
……...And 7 more modules. Updated on 15 October, 2024

Eligibility / Requirements


To enrol in this course, you only need a basic understanding of English and an internet connection.

Job roles this course is suitable for:

Midwife , Maternity Care Advisor , Antenatal Consultant , Postnatal Care Specialist , Labour Ward Coordinator , Home Birth Consultant , Birthing Coach , Neonatal Support Worker , Maternal Health Educator , Pregnancy Care Coordinator

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