Content may include -

The importance of reflection

Reflective models and cycles

Introduction to the Professional Midwifery Advocate (PMA) role and A-EQUIP model

Lessons learned and risk management

Simulation day based on feedback from students experience in practice and from practice debriefs, which may include booking appointment, communication, team working, triage call.

Communication skills and styles

Spirituality

Globalisation - an introduction

The Cultural Competence eLearning tool.

Pharmacology – an introduction to pharmacology

1. Summative Assessment:

Reflective account and personal development plan to meet LO1 and LO2, to be no more than 2,500 words in total. This will account for 100% of your grade for this module and must be passed at a minimum of 40%.



Formative Assessment:

In your Practice Assessor Review meetings and in your Academic Assessor Review meetings with your Practice Assessor and Academic Assessor you will have the opportunity to discuss your ideas for your reflection and personal development plan.

You will also be given the opportunity to submit an assessment plan of up to 500 words followed by a 15-minute tutorial.



2. Summative Assessment:

Completion of the Midwifery Ongoing Record of Achievement including sign off of a minimum of 50% of proficiencies labelled ‘Able to participate under direct supervision and direction’, upload of all mandatory training, upload of drugs calculation test passed at 100%, to address LO3. This element of the assessment is pass/fail only and therefore accounts for 0% of the overall grade for the module.


Formative Assessment:

You will receive ongoing feedback from your Practice Supervisors and Practice Assessor on your performance in clinical practice, this will be overseen by your Academic Assessor. You must regularly ask for an update on your progress and document Practice Supervisor feedback in your clinical practice document to facilitate discussions regarding your progress with your Practice Assessor.

Clinical practice

Online Platform learning

Tutorials

Problem-based learning¿

Interprofessional learning

Debate

Peer Learning¿¿

Flipped Classroom¿¿ ¿

Lectures¿¿

Directed learning

Assessment Preparation¿¿

Group work¿

Group tutorials and discussions

Formative advice and feedback

1.Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the purpose of reflection and apply a reflective model to clinical practice.

Knowledge and Understanding

Application

Reflection

Communication.

2. Identify and plan to address personal development needs relevant to midwifery practice

Knowledge and Understanding

Learning

Enquiry

Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication

Application

Reflection

3. Demonstrate the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s professional behaviours, performance and clinical proficiencies for midwifery practice as specified within the Midwifery Ongoing Record of Achievement.



Knowledge and Understanding

Learning

Enquiry

Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication

Application

Reflection

Practice Placement Handbook

BFI Workbook

Technology supported learning

Online learning

Blackboard VLE®

eLearning for Health

Library

Policy and Guidance

Service User and Carers

Must be enrolled on the Bachelor of Midwifery (Hons)

This module introduces you to the foundational elements of midwifery practice. It highlights the pivotal role of midwives as skilled and autonomous practitioners dedicated to optimising outcomes for women and newborn infants. Through interactive learning experiences, you will explore the safe and effective application of knowledge, emphasising the integration of clinical expertise, understanding, skills, interpersonal and cultural competence. The module reinforces the importance of delivering quality care tailored to individual circumstances through collaborative partnerships with women. Additionally, you will gain insight into the significance of collaborating with other health and social care professionals when necessary. Furthermore, the module instils in you the value of ongoing enhancement of midwifery practice, highlighting its positive impact on women, newborn infants, partners, and families.