Post-Diploma Certificate in Principles and Science of Midwifery (part of Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Midwifery))-ADMW1

Training Provider: Nanyang Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2024051705
S$6,593

About This Course

The Post-Diploma Certificate in Principles and Science of Midwifery will offer the following modules:
1) Applied pathophysiology and Pharmacology in Midwifery (60 hours)
2) Health Assessment and Clinical Decision Making (45 hours)
3) Fundamentals of Midwifery (60 hours)
4) Labour & Puerperium: Care of the Women & Newborn (60 hours)

What You'll Learn

At the completion of the PDC, learners will be able to:

1) Explain the physiology and pathophysiology of complex multisystem changes of women, foetuses and newborns in relation to preconception, pregnancy and delivery processes;
2) Explain pharmacological management of clients in midwifery settings with reference to key concepts of pharmacology;
3) Perform physical assessment for appropriate clinical decisions and interventions using a systematic, comprehensive and focused approach;
4) Plan for care of women, foetuses, newborns and families with common self-care and health needs in midwifery setting using a systematic, comprehensive and focused approach;
5) Demonstrate competency in the requisite skills caring for women,  foetuses and newborns with common self-care and health needs associated with preconception, pregnancy and delivery in midwifery settings according to evidence-based clinical guidelines; and
6)Apply concepts of care for women and families in midwifery settings with reference to appropriate psychosocial concepts and models.

Entry Requirements

• Diploma in Nursing from a local Polytechnic or an equivalent qualification;
• Singapore Nursing Board registration;
• 2 years post registration experience with a minimum of 1 year in the discipline of study.

Course Details

Duration 225 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled 41 students
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