MID1004

Politics of maternity services (Consortium unit HNM7002 Victoria University) (6 points)

(MED)

Leader: TBA

Offered:
Peninsula Second semester 2004 (Day)
Australia (Other) Second semester 2005 (Flexible)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this unit, the student will be able to: 1. Analyse the historical and contemporary issues in the development of the midwifery profession 2. Discuss the scope of midwifery practice in Australia and internationally 3. Discuss models of maternity care and service provision in Australia 4. Describe the legal requirements related to midwifery practice 5. Examine the politics of maternity services 6. Explore contemporary issues and trends which influence midwifery practice 8. Explore the link between theory, policy and practice issues in midwifery 9. Discuss access and equity issues pertaining to special populations 10. Demonstrate competency according to selected ACMI Competency Standards for Midwives (1998)

Assessment: Written assessments: 80% + Presentation: 20%

Contact Hours: Four (4) hours off campus workload including a variety of online lectures, seminars, interactive exercises and guided study activities each week for 13 weeks. One (1) hour tutorial on campus per week per week for 13 weeks. Seven (7) hours self directed study time per week for 13 weeks.