Nursing and Midwifery Diploma
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Nursing and Midwifery Diploma Overview
We designed The Nursing and Midwifery Diploma course to extend the knowledge and skills required for speciality practice and research. This online course will prepare you for a degree in either subject area, equipping you with the knowledge and skills you’ll need to progress onto this level of study.
Nursing and midwifery are incredibly rewarding careers which are perfect if you have a caring nature and are committed to supporting people through some of the most difficult times of their lives. Firstly, this course will teach you the basic skills of nursing. In addition, you will develop a clear understanding of the role of a midwife. With our guidance, your dream of becoming well established in the field of Nursing and Midwifery is not too far. Join the course now!
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Who is the Nursing and Midwifery Diploma course for?
This course is appropriate for those planning to work in Nursing and Patient Care. You don’t need experience, only an enthusiasm for the subject is enough.
Entry Requirement for Nursing and Midwifery Diploma:
- This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds.
- Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification.
- You need a good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT to attend this course.
Why choose us?
- Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials;
- Tutorial videos/materials from the industry leading experts;
- Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform;
- Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result;
- The UK & internationally recognized accredited qualification;
- Access to course content on mobile, tablet or desktop from anywhere anytime;
- The benefit of career advancement opportunities;
- 24/7 student support via email.
Assessment:
- At the end of the course, you are to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful.
- Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam.
Certificate of Achievement
After completing this course successfully, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. Certificates & Transcripts can be obtained either in Hard copy at £14.99 or in PDF format at £11.99.
Career Path:
This course is suitable for anyone hoping to become
- A Nursing Assistant
- A Patient Care Assistant
- A Care worker
- A Nurse
- A Mental health Nurse
- A Midwife
Nursing and Midwifery Diploma
Enrolling in the Nursing and Midwifery Diploma was an excellent step for expanding my healthcare knowledge. The course was clearly presented and easy to follow. It covered vital topics such as patient care, midwifery practices, and healthcare procedures in a practical way. I found the lessons informative and relevant to real-life clinical situations. The flexibility of studying online made it easy to fit around my schedule. The platform was well organised and simple to navigate. I now feel more confident in applying my skills in nursing and midwifery roles. I would highly recommend this course to anyone pursuing a career in healthcare.
Course Curriculum
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Definition and Origin of Midwifery 00:24:00
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Midwifery as a Career Option 00:17:00
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Midwifery Management and Education 00:30:00
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Midwives’ Role in Health and Inequality 00:27:00
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Social, Cultural and Spiritual Context of Childbearing 00:24:00
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Antenatal Care and Screening 00:44:00
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Midwifery Support in Labour: Intrapartum Care 00:35:00
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Induction of labour 00:23:00
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Postnatal Care as a Midwife 00:27:00
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Nurture and Nature: The Healthy Newborn 00:23:00
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Stillbirth, Neonatal Death and Bereavement 00:33:00
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Infant feeding 00:23:00
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Newborn Infection 00:30:00
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Home Birth 00:29:00
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Complementary and Alternative Medicines Applied to Maternity Care 00:21:00
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Pharmacology and Medicines Management 00:22:00
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Bleeding in Pregnancy 00:26:00
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Medical Disorders of Pregnancy 00:29:00
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Pre-term Labour 00:19:00
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Twins and higher-order births 00:19:00
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Care During the Third Stage of Labour 00:19:00
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Terminology and Abbreviations for Midwifery 00:30:00
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Perinatal mental health 00:27:00
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Supporting a Healthy Pregnancy 00:31:00
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Contraception and family planning 00:26:00
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Effective Communication for Midwifery 00:28:00
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Ethics in Midwifery 00:21:00
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NOTES ON NURSING 00:30:00
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VENTILATION AND WARMING 00:30:00
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HEALTH OF HOUSES 00:30:00
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PETTY MANAGEMENT 01:00:00
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NOISE 01:00:00
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VARIETY 00:30:00
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TAKING FOOD 00:30:00
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WHAT FOOD? 00:30:00
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BED AND BEDDING 00:30:00
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LIGHT 00:30:00
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CLEANLINESS OF ROOMS AND WALLS 00:30:00
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PERSONAL CLEANLINESS 00:15:00
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CHATTERING HOPES AND ADVICES 00:30:00
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OBSERVATION OF THE SICK 01:00:00
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CONCLUSION 00:30:00
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The History of Postnatal Care, National and International Perspectives 01:00:00
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Contemporary Postnatal Care in the Twenty-first Century 01:00:00
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Women’s and Midwives’ Views of Early Postnatal Care 01:00:00
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Transition into Parenthood: Ideology and Reality 01:00:00
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Empowering Mothers: Strengthening the Future 01:00:00
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Morbidity during the Postnatal Period: Impact on Women and Society 01:00:00
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References: Midwifery Course – Postnatal Care
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Fundamental Nursing Skills
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Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice
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Frequently Asked Questions
Midwifery is the practice of assisting women during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Its origins trace back to ancient civilizations, evolving into a recognized healthcare profession over time.
In order to be admitted to the Advanced Diploma in Midwifery, a person must have proof of current registration as a General Nurse at NQF level 6. Diploma (Bridging) in Nursing (General or Psychiatric Nursing).
Midwifery is often considered more emotionally and physically demanding than general nursing, though both are equally difficult in different ways. Midwifery focuses on high-stakes, intense, and often emotional care for mothers and babies, whereas nursing offers broader specialization options and a greater variety of clinical settings.
Concerns over staffing shortages and the impact they have on the delivery of good quality care were also some of the top reasons why midwives have left the profession. With almost a quarter (22%) of midwives being more likely than nurses to cite poor staffing as a factor in their decision to leave the profession.
Key Things to Know About the Hardest and Easiest Courses in a Nurse Midwifery Degree Program. Advanced pharmacology is often hardest due to complex drug interactions and high-stakes clinical applications requiring precise knowledge and critical thinking under pressure.
