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Entry level education / special licences / warrants
To practice as a Midwifery Professional, an MQF Level 6 qualification is required. Training programmes include:
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Midwifery (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Master of Science in Midwifery (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
Training programmes typically include a strong practical element.
Completion of the above mentioned training programmes lead to registration on the general section of the nurse register of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Malta.
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
On-the-job training is usually offered by the employer.
Knowledge and skills
Midwifery Professionals are required to have:
• Knowledge of life sciences (anatomy and physiology-based)
• Knowledge of pharmacology, drug classifications and use
• An understanding of how to assess patients’ needs and address them
• Knowledge of safe care practices
• An understanding of ethical and legal
principles in the health setting
• The ability to act in a calm and appropriate
manner during emergencies and other stressful situations
• The ability to maintain patient confidentiality • Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Interpersonal skills
• Written communication skills in Maltese and
English
• Numeracy skills
• Customer care skills
• IT skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Problem solving and decision making skills • Time management skills
• The ability to work under pressure and
adhere to tight deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A caring and patient manner • A methodical approach
• A positive attitude
• A practical orientation
• Assertiveness • Dedication
• Empathy
• Friendliness
• Optimism
• Quick-thinking • Sensitivity
• Tact
• Tolerance
Related career opportunities
• Birth Assistant (Doula)
• Nursing Professional
• Senior Midwifery Manager
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