Myles Professional Studies for Midwifery Education and Practice: Concepts and Challenges

Myles Professional Studies for Midwifery Education and Practice Concepts and Challenges is a comprehensive guide to the non-clinical areas of the midwifery curriculum, suitable for student and practising midwives worldwide. It covers key topics such as law, ethics, leadership, supervision, and professional development, with expert contributions from the UK and international contributors. The volume includes real-life case studies, reflective activities, and the latest initiatives in midwifery education and practice, such as employer-led supervision and coaching. It also explores the global context of the midwife's scope of practice, with specific examples from the UK, Canada, and the USA. Annotated reading lists and significant websites provide additional sources of information.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 294 pages
Publication date: 02 May 2019
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Myles Professional Studies for Midwifery Education and Practice Concepts and Challenges is a comprehensive guide to the non-clinical aspects of midwifery education and practice, authored by a team of experts under the guidance of Jayne Marshall, editor of Myles Textbook for Midwives. The volume is designed to cater to the needs of student midwives, both pre-registration and post-graduate, as well as practising midwives preparing for revalidation and continuing professional development (CPD). While primarily written by contributors from the UK, Myles Professional Studies for Midwifery Education and Practice Concepts and Challenges is intended for an international readership. The book features specialist contributors who ensure the accuracy and currency of key information, supported by a rich array of helpful learning features such as real-life case studies and reflective activities. It includes the latest initiatives in midwifery, such as employer-led supervision and coaching, and covers the ICM and EU standards of education and international regulation, including the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, Denmark, and Norway. The book explores the global context of the midwife's scope of practice with specific examples from the UK, Canada, and the USA, and discusses CPD and overseas career opportunities. Annotated reading lists and significant websites provide additional sources of information.

Weight: 492g
Dimension: 154 x 229 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780702068607