You must have a GCSE grade 4 (or higher) or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths.
If you are not already working in the health sector we suggest volunteering with local hospitals or charities supporting new mums. The skills you gain on this course will help you in securing voluntary placements. Please get in touch with us directly if you would like support in finding these distance.learning@newcollege.ac.uk.
Once you have completed your diploma, you will be able to apply for a university course. After successfully completing your university degree, you will be able to start working as a fully qualified midwife.
A practicing midwife has plenty of opportunities available to them. These include:
Working for the NHS
Working in private practice
Working overseas
Transferring into a different area of healthcare
You may wish to access the Advanced Learner Loan where the Government cover the course fees, only repayable when you’re earning over £25,000. Please follow this link: https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan
For further career guidance, the National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work opportunities. This service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers. https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/Pages/Home.aspx
If you have a question about this or any other adult and professional course, email parttimeadmissions@newcollege.ac.uk or call 01793 611470
