Course description

Program Overview:

The Professional Accelerated Route in Midwifery in the UK (PAR-Midwifery UK) is an advanced educational program specifically tailored for international midwives seeking to practice in the United Kingdom. This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of UK midwifery standards, regulations, and practices. It focuses on equipping international midwives with the necessary skills, knowledge, and cultural competence to effectively integrate into the UK's healthcare system, particularly in the field of midwifery.

Educational Philosophy:

PAR-Midwifery UK is committed to delivering a balanced educational experience that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills. The program is underpinned by principles of ethical practice, evidence-based care, and a woman-centred approach, which are integral to midwifery in the UK. The curriculum is structured to progress from foundational concepts to more advanced and specialized midwifery practices, ensuring a thorough and engaging learning journey.

Core Values and Integrating Concepts:

The program is guided by essential principles and concepts critical for effective midwifery practice in the UK:

1. Woman-Centered Care and Family Inclusivity

2. Evidence-Based Practice and Clinical Decision Making

3. Ethical and Legal Aspects of UK Midwifery

4. Interprofessional Collaboration in Maternal and Neonatal Care

5. Public Health Perspectives in Midwifery

6. Cultural Sensitivity and Diversity in Care Provision

7. Leadership and Advocacy in Midwifery

Program Structure:

The PAR- Midwifery UK programme is delivered at the master's level, encompassing a five distinct parts including occupational language fluency competencies. All units are facilitated through avatar-led teaching and an online platform. Students are required to successfully complete all modules, detailed as follows:

Part 1: Foundation in International Midwifery Standards

- Unit 1: British Culture Awareness in the Health Care Sector (BCA001)

- Unit 2: New Century Thinking for Health Care Professionals  (NCTN002)

- Unit 3: Research Methodology for Health Care Professionals (RMN003)

Part 2: Language and Communication Skills

- Unit 4: Clinical English Competencies (CEC004)

- Unit 5: Effective Reading Skills for Health Care Professionals (ERSN005)

- Unit 6: Occupational Language Fluency (OLF006)

- Supplementary Unit: Occupational English Test (OET) Preparation

Part 3: Fundamentals of UK Midwifery

- Unit 1: Overview of the UK Midwifery Model (UKMM001)

- Unit 2: Ethical and Legal Frameworks in UK Midwifery (ELFUM002)

- Unit 3: Public Health and Community Midwifery in the UK (PHCMUK003)

Part 4: Advanced Midwifery Practices

- Unit 4: Clinical Skills for Midwifery in the UK (CSMUK004)

- Unit 5: Perinatal Mental Health and Wellbeing (PMHW005)

- Unit 6: Managing Complex Maternity Cases in the UK (MCMCUK006)

Part 5: Clinical Placement and Professional Integration

- Unit 7: Clinical Internship in UK Maternity Settings (CIUMS007)

Additional Module: Preparation for the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registration

This module focuses on preparing students for the NMC registration process, which includes the Test of Competence (ToC), essential for practising as a midwife in the UK.

What will i learn?

• At the end of the course, learners will be able to complete their OET and OSCE Midwifery Exam so as to obtain a full registration with the NMC UK.