Midwifery

University of Plymouth

This blended learning course equips you with the knowledge, skills, interpersonal and cultural competence needed to positively contribute to the health of childbearing women and their families, through individualised midwifery care, promoting continuity of care, personalisation and choice. This blended learning degree is suited to those who are self-motivated and able to study independently online, with regular support from tutors in local areas. - Blended learning course. - Become a 'Registered Midwife' with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as soon as you successfully complete the course. - Weekly midwifery placement experience. - Regular online tutorials. - Campus-based clinical skills teaching. - Blended learning offers a flexible approach to your study, however please note it is still a full-time course. - Train and practice your professional healthcare skills in an inspiring purpose-built environment, InterCity Place. - Opportunity for peer learning. - Variation in learning approaches such as online lectures, case studies, and IT-based activities. - Holistic approach and experiences in professional practice. - 50% of online academic study/tutorials and 50% in clinical practice. - You will explore the normality and complexities of pregnancy and birthing. - Develop skills to be a critical thinker and be a reflective learner. - Learn and be a part of interprofessional team working. - Develop the professional knowledge, skills and attributes to enable you to work as an autonomous practitioner fit for the future. - By the end of the course you will be able to promote health and wellbeing and provide autonomous care for birthing people, be an effective team member and support other midwifery students.