Bachelor in Midwifery. Department of Midwifery. Faculty of Health and Caring Professions. Technological Educational Institute of Athens.

Description

According to:
1. Directive 2005/36 of the European Parliament,
2. Presidential Decree 38 / 05.10.2010 sheet 78 adjustment of Greek legislation to Directive 2005/36,
3. Presidential Decree 351 / 14.06.1989 on the professional rights of Midwives,
4. The communication of the Department of Obstetrics of Athens Technical Educational Institute and the description of the graduate midwife (http: // www.teiath.gr/seyp/new_midwifery/
5. International Confederation of Midwives (ICM) (www.internationalmidwives.org/assets/uploads/documents/coreDocuments/)

Further Information

The curriculum of the Department covers fully the scientific and technological standing of the Department's graduates with regard to issues of obstetrics, gynaecology, neonatology, professional ethics, family planning, sexual education, research, prevention and health education. The mission of the Department is to promote the development and dissemination of knowledge with regard to the science and technology of Obstetrics, through theoretical and clinical teaching, and by applied research. In addition, it aims to provide the necessary assets that allow students to be properly educated for their scientific and professional career and growth. The graduates of the Department acquire the necessary scientific and technological knowledge and skills in order to deal professionally, either on their own or in collaboration with other health scientists, with all aspects falling into the subject of the Department.

Relation To Employment

Holders of qualifications that belong to this type may work either as self-employed or in positions of responsibility in companies and organizations in the private or in the public sector.

Transitions

Access to this type of qualification have those who have completed at least the secondary education (level 4).
Holders of such qualifications gain access to study programmes at the same level or at level 7 or 8.

Ways To Aquire

Qualifications of this type are acquired via formal education.