Abstract
In this subject, students are introduced to the roles and scope of midwifery practice and women-centred care and will participate in simulation experience to develop key skills in preparation for their midwifery practice experiences. Students will build on their existing knowledge of human bioscience and behavioural sciences to gain an … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
This subject will cover the following topics:
Module 1: Introduction to midwifery care;Module 2: Woman-centred midwifery antenatal care;Module 3: Woman-centred midwifery care during childbirth;Module 4: Woman-centred midwifery care during the postnatal period;Module 5: Newborn assessment, care and early parenting; andModule 6: The midwife's roles in 'at risk' childbirth (brief introduction)
Assessment items
1. Midwifery Skills Checklist
2. Written Task: Woman-Centred Care and Scope of Practice
3. Written Task: Assessment and Planning Care
Assumed knowledge
Knowledge and skills related to being a registered nurse.
Enrolment restrictions
Graduate Diploma of Midwifery
Learning activities
Intensive School
Intensive School
Learning resources
Additional resources required by students
Students attending compulsory intensive schools on Charles Sturt campuses will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources.