Course SR3014

Care in Childbirth II, Clinical Practice

13.5 Credits
Second Cycle
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Starts week 38, 2024

The overall objective for the course is that students with a high degree of systematic and critical approach can apply, further deepen and integrate their theoretical and clinical knowledge in sexual, reproductive and perinatal health in accordance with the midwifery profession and research field regarding both normal and complicated obstetrical care.


After completing the course students should on a deeper level be able to



· independently handle and care for women during normal pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care with the support of evidence-based knowledge and document care in accordance with applicable rules,
· independently identify deviations from normal pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care and identify women and children with special needs of care and support,
· analyze and evaluate the pros and cons of different treatment options based on evidence and proven experience and in accordance with the laws, regulations and policies,
· initiate and create good quality care with a high hygienic standard,
· critically analyze and evaluate health status and plan, implement and evaluate health care interventions regarding both normal and complicated pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care,
· with a professional approach inform, support and provide security in dialogue with the woman and relatives related to both normal and complicated pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care and on counceling support after childbirth,
· actively participate in life-support treatment of women and children,
· independently manage medical technology within the midwife‘s responsibility,
· with a professional approach, systematically manage, prioritize, allocate and coordinate care work based on the woman’s, child’s and relative’s needs,
· collaborate in the care process within and between professional groups, health care providers and government agencies,
· demonstrate self in thought and action, reflect on personal professional development as a midwife and to identify the need for further knowledge.

Starts and ends:
week 38, 2024 - week 3, 2025
Study Rate:
50%
Location:
Falun
Time of Day:
Day
Teaching form:
Normal
Language:
Swedish
Other:
P: Course only offered as part of programme.
Entry Qualifications :
  • Care in childbirth I, clinical practice, 9 credits and Gynecological and postpartum care, clinical practice, 9 credits
Selection :
Guaranteed admission
Application Code:
HDA-H3HTZ
Main field of study:
Tuition Fee
First Tuition Fee Installment:
34,088 SEK
Total Tuition Fee:
34,088 SEK
EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.
Information on application and tuition fees: www.universityadmissions.se.
Closed for late application
Literature List

Literature lists are published at the latest one month ahead of the course start date.

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Ask us about studying at Dalarna University.
support@du.se
+46 23-77 80 00

Course room in Canvas

In the learning platform Canvas you can find more information about the course.

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Course Coordinator
Christina Pedersen

Starts week 6, 2025

The overall objective for the course is that students with a high degree of systematic and critical approach can apply, further deepen and integrate their theoretical and clinical knowledge in sexual, reproductive and perinatal health in accordance with the midwifery profession and research field regarding both normal and complicated obstetrical care.


After completing the course students should on a deeper level be able to



· independently handle and care for women during normal pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care with the support of evidence-based knowledge and document care in accordance with applicable rules,
· independently identify deviations from normal pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care and identify women and children with special needs of care and support,
· analyze and evaluate the pros and cons of different treatment options based on evidence and proven experience and in accordance with the laws, regulations and policies,
· initiate and create good quality care with a high hygienic standard,
· critically analyze and evaluate health status and plan, implement and evaluate health care interventions regarding both normal and complicated pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care,
· with a professional approach inform, support and provide security in dialogue with the woman and relatives related to both normal and complicated pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care and on counceling support after childbirth,
· actively participate in life-support treatment of women and children,
· independently manage medical technology within the midwife‘s responsibility,
· with a professional approach, systematically manage, prioritize, allocate and coordinate care work based on the woman’s, child’s and relative’s needs,
· collaborate in the care process within and between professional groups, health care providers and government agencies,
· demonstrate self in thought and action, reflect on personal professional development as a midwife and to identify the need for further knowledge.

Starts and ends:
week 6, 2025 - week 23, 2025
Study Rate:
50%
Location:
Flexible (Gävle)
Time of Day:
Day
Teaching form:
Distance
Language:
Swedish
Other:
P: Course only offered as part of programme.
Entry Qualifications :
  • Care in childbirth I, clinical practice, 9 credits and Gynecological and postpartum care, clinical practice, 9 credits
Selection :
Guaranteed admission
Application Code:
HDA-V3KHE
Main field of study:
Online Education
Compulsory meetings:
1 physical
Computer Skills:

Surf on the Internet, read and send emails, use a word-processing programme (e.g. Word). Connect a camera and headphones to the computer and install a programme using instructions.

Computer Capacity:

Access to a computer (Not a mini pc, tablet or similar) that is not older than three years (or equivalent) and broadband connection, at least 1 Mbit/s (not mobile broadband, because mobile broadband can vary considerably in speed).

Means of Education:

Higher rate of web-based communication where our learning platform (Learn/Canvas) is a natural element of the course. Web-based meetings with sound and image where simple presentations can be held. Lectures can be broadcast live or can alternatively be made available afterwards online.

Tuition Fee
First Tuition Fee Installment:
34,088 SEK
Total Tuition Fee:
34,088 SEK
EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.
Information on application and tuition fees: www.universityadmissions.se.
Closed for late application
Literature List

Literature lists are published at the latest one month ahead of the course start date.

To Literature List
How may we help you?

Ask us about studying at Dalarna University.
support@du.se
+46 23-77 80 00

Starts week 38, 2025

The course includes deepened independent application and integration of clinical and theoretical knowledge related to all aspects of the care of women, children and relatives regarding normal and complicated pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care, under the mentoring of a professional supervisor. The course also includes specialization regarding professional approach, to identify, assess, respond and propose individualized care, support, security and information. Also included is performance of accurate practical hand grips, assessment methods and medical-technical management, identifying and assessing risks and reporting of normal and abnormal health conditions. Also included is planning, organizing and prioritizing care based on the patient’s needs and to plan appropriate care interventions based on the conducted assessments and scientific basis. The course emphasizes the managerial and collaborative capability of the midwife‘s responsibility. In addition, documentation of care in accordance with laws and regulations is also trained.
Starts and ends:
week 38, 2025 - week 3, 2026
Study Rate:
50%
Location:
Karlstad
Time of Day:
Day
Teaching form:
Normal
Language:
Swedish
Other:
P: Course only offered as part of programme.
Entry Qualifications :
  • Care in childbirth I, clinical practice, 9 credits and Gynecological and postpartum care, clinical practice, 9 credits
Selection :
Guaranteed admission
Application Code:
HDA-H3LXC
Main field of study:
Tuition Fee
First Tuition Fee Installment:
37,800 SEK
Total Tuition Fee:
37,800 SEK
EU/EEA Citizens or exchange students are not required to pay fees.
Information on application and tuition fees: www.universityadmissions.se.
Application period
-
Literature List

Literature lists are published at the latest one month ahead of the course start date.

To Literature List
How may we help you?

Ask us about studying at Dalarna University.
support@du.se
+46 23-77 80 00