im wanting to become a midwife i dont really know waht...

Answer by Laney
Submitted on 11/10/2005
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There are many routes that you can go through to becoming a midwife. I am currrently 18 years old and studying 3 A-levels. The preferred subjects are biology, sociology and psychology but these are only preferred and are not essentially needed! I am going to university to do a degree in midwifery. I only chose this way because i feel that it is a quicker approach to being a midwife and although it is more academic than the diploma route you still have a hands on approach to learning. Again though you can apply to university to do the diploma. This is mainly for people who prefer to learn visually. By seeing what other midwives do and is a more hands on approach then the degree route. It also takes about the same amount of time. If you not wish to go to university then you can also apply to go on a nurses course. This may take a few years to complete as you have to build up to become a qualified nurse before applying to become a midwife. As soon as you've reached a proffesional and qualified stage of nursing you can apply and convert to midwifery which only takes around 18 months. In any situation though, whether you go to university or not you have to do around 40 births at least before you can be considered a professional. Many people suggest becoming a nurse before going into the midwifery field but this is not a nescessity. Hope this has helped!

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Question by michelle
Submitted on 2/2/2004
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im wanting to become a midwife i dont really know waht qualifications i need to become one weather i need a year 12 pass or even what corses or universities i need to achieve i would be greatful for any information that you could send to me the following address is supplied bubbles15au@hotmail.com

Answer by charlie
Submitted on 3/10/2004
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you need to get cs and above and take the nursing course soc u can work with children and learn stuff

Answer by kerry
Submitted on 5/10/2004
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I want to become a midwife as well after wasting a year doing an Early Years course (NVQ level 2) at college! i have no idea what to do now... any ideas? I'm nearly 17, but i think you have to be 21 to become a midwife? any suggestions e-mail kerry_brunnen@hotmail.com

Answer by senorita
Submitted on 5/30/2004
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to train to become a midwife you must be at least 17 and a half. Apply to the NMAS (nursing and midwifery admissions service) and go from there. Apply to work and train at your local hospital

Answer by charlotte
Submitted on 6/13/2004
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i was looking into becoming a midwife and i was hoping to learn all i can in collage. please could you send all the information you have on this subject to chazza34@hotmail.com thankyou charlotte

Answer by sarah
Submitted on 7/8/2004
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how do i become a midwife is their any of her ways that i can train instead of going to university to become a midwife.

Answer by angie
Submitted on 8/16/2004
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I want to become a midwife but I'm not in college or anything . So I was wondering if there were any courses that I can take.

Answer by lindsey jones
Submitted on 8/27/2004
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i want to become a midwife, but i am 23 years old is there a starter course that u can do to go onto a higher level of training? one of my friends said that fazakerley hospital dose one, is that ture? how do u get on it?

Answer by missy
Submitted on 8/29/2004
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i want to know if i can use my GED to attend college to become a midwife. also do i have to relocate in order for me to do so

Answer by Gemma
Submitted on 9/4/2004
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Hi, I am 17 and looking to become a midwife, but have no idea how to go about it, any ideas please email lfc_babe4life@yahoo.com

Answer by Princess
Submitted on 10/7/2004
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I'm 14 and want to become a midwife. i don't no what i need to get my qualifications please help my email is tash901@hotmail.com

Answer by twigzy
Submitted on 10/7/2004
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i would like 2 become a mid-wife I'm only 16 Ive just started an intermediate health and social care course but i was told i need a gcse in maths to become is this true. michelletrench2004@yahoo.com

Answer by stacey
Submitted on 10/19/2004
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I was looking into become a midwife but i do not want to go to university i was told that i could go to college and do a pre-nursing course or a child care course and this will lead me straight to midwifery is this true if so which course would be the best route to take

Answer by vix
Submitted on 11/1/2004
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how do become a midwife i am i6 just about to leave school

Answer by Emz
Submitted on 11/1/2004
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hey, I'm deciding what i want to do when i leave school and as i have to be 17+ to be a midwife, i have a long time to go (I'm 13) would training to be a nurse, then move on to midwifery be a better choice?

Answer by keli
Submitted on 6/28/2005
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4 a start u need to find out sum stuff b4 thinkin bout it!

Answer by Aracely
Submitted on 11/9/2004
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I was thinking of becoming a midwife but how many years does it take to be one? The midwife's are the ones who I have been going to for my checkup through out my pregnancy. I'm still thinking of going to college even though it's going to be harder for me.

Answer by bonnie
Submitted on 11/12/2004
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to become a midwife you not only need the qualifications you need to now the care value base to

Answer by loz
Submitted on 12/9/2004
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i want to be a midwife and i don't know how to go about it can you help me please love laura x

Answer by Lynsey
Submitted on 1/4/2005
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Any body know of any universities in Northern Ireland or Ireland to study Midwifery? I am not a qualified nurse.

Answer by Debs
Submitted on 1/10/2005
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Hello everyone. I have always wanted to be a midwife and finally having my two children and at the age of 23 I feel now is the time. Although I have to get my qualifications to get into uni. So next year is when I'm aiming to start training and as my youngest daughter is only 6 months it couldn't really be any earlier. Has anyone any advice on juggling kids and study/career? I would really appreciate your advice, I feel a little scared!! Debs, UK

Answer by Kerry
Submitted on 1/13/2005
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I am doing an aprentiship at the moment its a great way to get into nursin and see what it is about, im really enjoying it hopefully ill get to become a cadet which is for 2 years solid then i will choose what i would like to learn for the type of nursin job i want but especially midwifery coz its so interresting. I am 19 at the mo im still doing A-Levels which will boost me to get wehere i want to go!!!Join the apprentiship scheme and see what nursin is about before making any rash decisions!!

Answer by denise
Submitted on 2/1/2005
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i want be to be a midwife but what over qualifications i need to become a midwife?

Answer by shiv
Submitted on 2/10/2005
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i want to become a midwife but i do not have 5 cs or above only 4. how else can you become a midwife without going to university

Answer by amanda
Submitted on 2/23/2005
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i wanted to become a midwife but i didn't no what to do i have 2 children 1 age 6 and 1 aged 5 mouths it was hard at the time i had a full time job a house 2 children and a partner who also worked full time just keep your mind on it and keep it up because no matter how hard it is it is well worth it all the best and good luck

Answer by Heather
Submitted on 3/8/2005
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I want to become a midwife when i am older. In a few weeks i am taking my options and i don't know what options i should take. I also just need some advice about being a midwife. Could anyone please send me as much information as they can to NaughteebutNice@hotmail.com it would really help.

Answer by Jane
Submitted on 3/15/2005
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hi, i want to be a midwife, however i am only 13 and would like to know what subjects to choose for my GCSE's as i am not sure, also once i leave school, what do i then do? .. do i go to a midwifery college? please help! please send any info to : kitty_kat970@hotmail.com

Answer by i_luv_ben
Submitted on 4/15/2005
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i want 2 bcome a midwife and i dont no wot qualifications i need 2 bcome a midwife could u plz tell me wot they r

Answer by Lucy
Submitted on 4/26/2005
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I'm nearly 18, have no idea how to access proper info on midwifery, or nursing,does anyone have any ideas?please help the government sites have been rubbish

Answer by sam3
Submitted on 5/10/2005
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i want to become a midwife i am 20 yers old i have 3 Alevles in psychilogy, sociology and religioue studies. I also studies for 3 months at a university diong law but then I dropped out what should I do

Answer by may
Submitted on 5/15/2005
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Why would you become a certified nurse midwife?

Answer by tracy
Submitted on 5/18/2005
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i would like to become a midwife and have wanted to for a while i dont have the relevent qualifications although i have been told i can sit a test that will let me be excepted could you tell me if this is true and how i go about it?

Answer by babyvoice
Submitted on 5/26/2005
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well i am a curious teenager that loves babies i would love to be involved in this type of things as a adult. I was just wondering what type of things would be involved and what type of things would i have to study, also what qualifications i would have to therefore achieve in order to get in to this. Please make sure u get back to me and let me know thanks a whole lot.

Answer by Kira
Submitted on 5/27/2005
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Midwifery is a very complicated job but if you put your mind into it then you will become one. But also remember that you have to do so much more training before you are even considered into being interviewed to become a midwife. Don't worry you'll all get there if you try!

Answer by laura
Submitted on 6/16/2005
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i have always had an interest in midwifery and now i have to make decisions i was wondering what exam results and qualifications i would need to start a course at college or university! i would really appreciate any information you could pass my way ! thanx

Answer by chibi soccer gal
Submitted on 6/29/2005
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I am young but i know wat i wont to become, which is a Mid-Wife, i know i am planning ahead but i do not know what would course in high school i should take such as Spanish, CPR,i have know idea.Please help