Description
The Bachelor’s Degree in Midwifery is offered by the Department of Midwifery of the School of Health Sciences at the University of Western Macedonia. It is a study program focusing on women’s care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, as well as on the promotion of reproductive and neonatal health. Students acquire knowledge in midwifery, gynecology, neonatology, and community healthcare, along with clinical skills for the safe and evidence-based practice of the profession. The program contributes to the development of professionals with high scientific training and a human-centered approach.
Relation to Employment
The program aims at skills enabling careers in midwifery, gynecological care, and maternal and neonatal support. It includes clinical internship and links to the labor market, preparing graduates for maternity hospitals, healthcare centers, hospitals, and private healthcare sectors.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission to the program requires a secondary school leaving certificate and successful participation in national-level examinations or placement examinations.
Knowledge
The Undergraduate Program of the Department of Midwifery aims to educate scientists with knowledge in midwifery, gynecology, neonatology, and women’s care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Students develop skills in clinical care, prevention, support of reproductive and neonatal health, and the scientific approach to issues related to mothers and newborns.
Skills
The program equips students with skills in midwifery care, clinical assessment, support of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, as well as newborn care. It includes midwifery, gynecology, neonatology, community health, prevention, and the application of evidence-based practices in maternal and neonatal care.
Competences
The department’s program provides knowledge in midwifery, gynecology, neonatology, and maternal and neonatal care, developing students’ abilities in clinical assessment, provision of midwifery care, prevention, and management of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum cases. Graduates gain capabilities in the scientific approach to and management of reproductive and neonatal health issues.