Duration: 2 years
Course description:
A two-year program consisting of general education and professional courses which prepare students for entry-level midwifery competencies. This 2-year direct entry program includes Clinical Practicum in Foundations of Midwifery, Normal Obstetrics and Care of the Newborn, Introduction to High Risk Obstetrics, Basic Care of Infants and Feeding, Basic Family Planning, Primary Health Care and Midwifery Ethics, Law and Practice. Graduates of the program are qualified to take the government licensure examination.
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
Develop the knowledge, attitude and skills of first level midwives in the care of the girl-child, the adolescent, and the adult woman prior to, during, and following pregnancy. This prepares the midwives to:
• Give the necessary supervision, care and advice to women during pregnancy, labor and post-partum period;
• Manage normal deliveries on her own responsibility and care for the child.
• Specifically, graduates of the 2-year program are expected to:
• Perform primary health care services within the community (promotive and preventive care);
• Counsel and educate women, family and community regarding family planning including preparation for parenthood/parenting;
• Detect abnormal conditions in the mother and infant;
• Procure specialized assistance as necessary (consultation or referral).
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