92286 International Perspectives

6cp; 10 weeks, 2hpw theoretical
Undergraduate

As students near the end of their course, this subject enables them to identify their role in Australia and in the wider community of midwifery. The implications and responsibilities that they are about to face as licensed practitioners is explored in relation to contemporary issues in the regulation of midwives. An exploration and critique of the ideologies associated with Western constructs of childbirth and maternity care allow for a new dimension in the students' learning. It examines the role of international bodies such as the World Health Organization in the maintenance women's health and health care the International Confederation of Midwives in the practice and regulation of midwifery.

Fee information

2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $499.75
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,100.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
Note: The above fees are applicable in 2007 for Commonwealth-supported students who commenced after 2004 and domestic fee-paying undergraduate students only. Pre-2005 Commonwealth-supported students should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students webpage.
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