Course Curriculum

Definition and Origin of Midwifery 00:14:00
Midwifery as a Career Option 00:13:00
Midwifery Management and Education 00:18:00
Midwives’ Role in Health and Inequality 00:17:00
Social, Cultural and Spiritual Context of Childbearing 00:16:00
Antenatal Care and Screening 00:17:00
Midwifery Support in Labour Intrapartum Care 00:16:00
Induction of labour 00:15:00
Postnatal Care as a Midwife 00:14:00
Nurture and Nature The Healthy Newborn 00:15:00
Stillbirth, Neonatal Death and Bereavement 00:16:00
Infant feeding 00:15:00
Newborn Infection 00:18:00
Home Birth 00:17:00
Complementary and Alternative Medicines Applied to Maternity Care 00:13:00
Pharmacology and Medicines Management 00:18:00
Bleeding in Pregnancy 00:16:00
Medical Disorders of Pregnancy 00:16:00
Pre-term Labour 00:14:00
Twins and higher-order births 00:20:00
Care During the Third Stage of Labour 00:19:00
Terminology and Abbreviations for Midwifery 00:17:00
Perinatal Mental Health 00:14:00
Supporting a Healthy Pregnancy 00:13:00
Contraception and Family Planning 00:19:00
Effective Communication for Midwifery 00:17:00
Ethics in Midwifery 00:16:00

Overview

The Midwifery Course with Certificate provides a detailed introduction to pregnancy, childbirth, maternity care and newborn support. It explores the origins of midwifery, professional responsibilities and the vital role midwives play in supporting mothers, babies and families. Throughout the course, you will study antenatal care and screening, labour support, induction, postnatal care, infant feeding and healthy newborn development. You will also learn about pregnancy complications, pre-term labour, multiple births, bleeding during pregnancy, newborn infections and medical disorders affecting pregnancy.

The Midwifery course online covers sensitive areas such as perinatal mental health, stillbirth, neonatal death and bereavement support. In addition, you will develop knowledge of home birth, pharmacology, medicines management, family planning, communication and ethical practice. This online midwifery course is suitable for beginners, aspiring maternity support workers and anyone interested in maternal and newborn care. However, it does not qualify learners to register or practise as midwives in the UK.

Your Benefits by Learning with ‘Cambridge Open Academy’

  • Accreditation: Showcase your ability with our CPD accredited Introduction to Midwifery Certificate to potential employers.

  • Free Certificate: Get a Free Digital Certificate upon successful completion of the Introduction to Midwifery Certificate

  • Flexibility: Learn virtually from anywhere, anytime at your own pace and convenience.

  • Advance Your Career: Upskill to impress your employers and land your dream job or long-awaited promotion.

  • Immediately Applicable Coursework: Keep up with the latest skill trend by putting your skillsets to work.

  • Affordability: Save big with our online Introduction to Midwifery Certificate as it not only suits your professional needs but also fits within your budget.

  • Tutor Support: Get tutor support on weekdays, 9-5 am, and our dedicated 24/7 customer support.

  • Lifetime Access: Achieve lifetime access to the top-notch expertly crafted course materials.

Our Specialised Delivery Method:

  • Interactive Learning Materials: The course modules were created using an EdTech industry-recognised tool to keep you engaged at all times. With this tool, you get interactive, engaging and top-notch course contents. In our courses, you can take advantage of features like—
    • Drop Down Menu
    • Drag and Drop
    • Flash Card
    • Label Graphic
    • Timeline View
  • Responsiveness: In light of contemporary mobile and point-of-need learning trends, our courses are designed to be intrinsically dynamic and provide you with the ultimate eLearning solution. These courses will adapt to any gadget without any extra software.
  • Learner Friendly Navigation: Our courses are also quite simple to navigate for any learner. These courses are designed with simplicity and a modern flow that appeals to a wide range of learning audiences, regardless of their technological background and gadgets.
  • Elegant Outline: Our courses are visually appealing, where you can —
    • track your progress on the left-side navigation toolbar.
    • engage in drag-and-drop sorting activities and 
    • use the multiple response question to test your understanding of course topics.

With your newly acquired skills from this course can help you

  • Increase Your Hireability.
  • Make Yourself a Valuable Asset
  • Get Your Long-awaited Promotion.
  • Boost Your Pay-scale
  • Better Your Productivity

Certification:

Once you have successfully completed the Introduction to Midwifery Certificate course, you will receive a PDF certificate completely free of cost as a proof of your accomplishment. The hardcopy certificate is also available for the cost of £9.99.

Note: Delivery of hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. However, to obtain a hardcopy certificate, International students will have to pay additional fees based on their location.

Who is this Midwifery Course with Certificate for?

This Midwifery training course is developed for people who wish to excel in their professional and personal life. Learn from industry leaders and interact with a global network of experts by enrolling in this Introduction to Midwifery Certificate course.

Requirements

Enrolling in our Midwifery training course does not require any prior knowledge or experience. All that is required is an internet-connected gadget and a passion to learn.

Career Path

  • Maternity Support Worker / Midwifery Assistant
    Support midwives by assisting with antenatal and postnatal care, helping mothers with personal care, baby feeding, vital signs monitoring, and general ward or community duties.
    Salary: £25,000 – £31,000 per year (NHS Band 2–3; recent averages £25,700–£30,200).
  • Healthcare Assistant (Maternity / Obstetrics)
    Provide hands-on support to women and babies in labour wards, antenatal clinics, or postnatal wards, working under the supervision of registered midwives.
    Salary: £24,000 – £29,000 per year (Band 2–3 roles).
  • Neonatal Care Support Worker
    Assist in neonatal units by supporting premature or ill newborns and their families with basic care, feeding, and monitoring under specialist nursing/midwifery teams.
    Salary: £25,000 – £32,000 per year.
  • Doula / Birth Companion (non-clinical)
    Offer emotional and practical support to women during pregnancy, labour, and the postnatal period, often working independently or with community organisations.
    Salary: £25,000 – £40,000+ equivalent (self-employed, per birth or package rates).
  • Registered Midwife (after degree/apprenticeship)
    Provide full antenatal, labour, birth, and postnatal care, including clinical assessments, deliveries, and health education (this certificate is a strong foundation for further study).
    Salary: £31,000 – £48,000+ per year (NHS Band 5–6; newly qualified ~£31k–£37k).
  • Antenatal / Postnatal Educator or Breastfeeding Support Worker
    Run classes, workshops, and one-to-one support sessions on pregnancy, birth preparation, infant feeding, and early parenting in NHS or voluntary settings.
    Salary: £28,000 – £40,000 per year (Band 5–6 or equivalent).

Certification:​

Once you have successfully completed this course, you can order a certificate as proof of your achievement.

A PDF certificate is available for £5.99. You can also request a hardcopy certificate for £9.99.

Delivery of the hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. For international learners, an additional delivery charge will apply based on the destination country.

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