School Of Nursing And MidwiferyMidwifery Practice 1Western Sydney University Unit Code: 401090.1
Discipline: MIDWIFERY
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Corequisite
401089 Childbirth in the Australian Context
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4697 Graduate Diploma in Midwifery and be a registered nurse employed in a participating NSW Health Local Health District facility in the position of a midwifery student.
About this Unit
In this unit students will develop skills for the provision of midwifery care across the childbirth continuum through working with women in a continuity of care model and also practice experience in designated maternity practice areas. Using a woman-centred, primary health care model, students will commence recruitment and follow 10 women throughout their pregnancy, labour, birth and for up to six weeks post birth; and under supervision will provide midwifery care to these women. The unit commences with a one week intensive workshop, to expose the students to an elementary level of understanding and application of midwifery care in the antenatal clinic, antenatal ward, birth unit, postnatal ward and special care nursery in preparation for their employment. Concepts introduced during this intensive week will be covered with more complexity during future subsequent weekly workshops.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Students must have access to the internet and a computer. Students are required to wear closed shoes (covering heels and instep). Students who do not wear the correct clothing will be excluded from clinical practicum sessions.
Courses| 4697.1 | Graduate Diploma in Midwifery | CONTINUING |