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Education Framework November 1999

Abstract:

This document provides a framework and guidelines for midwifery education at both pre-registration and post-registration levels. It is acknowledged that this framework will evolve in response to changes in the context of midwifery practice and education in New Zealand. The document will be revised and updated as necessary. Section One sets out the role of the New Zealand College of Midwives (NZCOM) in relation to midwifery practice and education in New Zealand and the relationship of the NZCOM to other organisations with responsibilities for midwifery education. It also addresses the relationship between midwifery and nursing education in the context of the New Zealand maternity service. Section Two provides background to the development of this Framework, including the consultation process and discussion of some of the contextual issues that have impacted on the development of this framework. Section Three sets out the National Framework for Midwifery Education. It provides direction for midwifery educators and educational institutions offering midwifery programmes and represents the consensus view of NZCOM midwife-members throughout New Zealand of the focus they wish to see for midwifery education.

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development of midwifery education programmes in New Zealand, education framework, history of midwifery and nursing professions