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Midwifery
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What is a midwifery major?
Midwifery programs prepare individuals to provide pre-natal, natural birth, and immediate postpartum care to pregnant women in jurisdictions licensing direct (non-nursing) training for midwives. Course topics include basic obstetrics, women's health, fetal development, childbirth education, maternal nutrition and health, labor support, natural childbirth, postpartum support, prebirth counseling and risk screening, management of obstetric emergencies, patient referral, applicable regulations, and professional standards and ethics.
of students said hands-on experience was a highlight of this major.
of students said they were motivated to select this major because it fit their passion & interest.
of students and alumni plan on being or are currently employed in an occupation related to this major.
of students said difficult exams/assessments were a challenging aspect of the major.
How much do midwifery majors make?
This data isn't currently reported, but we're working on it!
How popular is midwifery as a major?
Each year, around 20 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 20 students obtain an associate degree in midwifery. In 2021, 26 students received a bachelor's degree and 17 students received an associate degree. This is 19% more midwifery majors than there were in 2020. Midwifery is a relatively uncommon major within health professions.
Advice from midwifery majors
Share your experienceI am not a midwife yet, but I want people to be happy about what they’re going to go into and want to bring life until the world
Have a mind and heart that is open to learning from your peers and fellow midwives. This is a field that is heavily dependent on community and so success will only come in community.
Be graceful with yourself and get as much experience as you can!
