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What are the requirements for training to be a midwife?

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I was looking on the NHS website and it was a little confusing - it says part of the requirements are to have 2 A-levels or equivalent, but it confused me a little as it seemed to refer to training for people who are already trained nurses. If I do need to have 2 A-levels, I wondered what subjects these are best to be in? or will these be included as part of the midwifery training courses? I haven't got any A-levels, but i am proficient in my current job without them. It would be a little harsh if it was a requirement that they don't help you achieve., If I had an A-level in Hotel Management for example as it would get me no further with the degree than if i didnt have an A-level atall LOL!

Thanks in advance

Jasmine Elise
Jasmine Elise

You have to have the required number of A-levels, regardless of how well you're doing in your current job. If you don't have them then you can do an access course which will provide you with the equivilent.

It's best to have the A-levels in a relevent field such as health and social care, psychology or biology. Biology is especially highly regarded when applying for midwifery. It's also good to have experience of working with adults (not children) as midwifery is extremely over subscribed.

Stephen
Stephen

See below for a link to the Nursing and Midwifery Council website? How accurate it is I can't say?

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