Yale University
Global Quality Maternal and Newborn Care
Yale University

Global Quality Maternal and Newborn Care

Michelle Telfer
Joan Combellick

Instructors: Michelle Telfer

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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Intermediate level
Some related experience required
Flexible schedule
Approx. 18 hours
Learn at your own pace
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.8

(224 reviews)

Intermediate level
Some related experience required
Flexible schedule
Approx. 18 hours
Learn at your own pace
99%
Most learners liked this course

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There are 8 modules in this course

This module covers maternal and newborn health and wellbeing in a changing world. You will learn where we are and where we are going.

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9 videos9 readings1 assignment

This module makes the case for how midwives and the midwifery model of care can improve outcomes for maternal and newborn care.

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7 videos7 readings1 assignment

This module follows the evidence regarding practice categories. You will learn about the spectrum of services that should be provided to effectively deliver care to mothers and babies.

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6 videos4 readings1 assignment

This module discusses care that is available accessible and acceptable. You will learn about continuity and how services can be integrated across communities and facilities.

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8 videos5 readings1 assignment

This module covers an important theme of respect for all those involved in a birth - from the individual to the provider to the families and communities.

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7 videos4 readings1 assignment

This module expands on the notion that birth should be a positive experience. You will learn how to strengthen a woman's capacity for a normal physiological birth.

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8 videos5 readings1 assignment

This module covers how to build up skilled and competent midwifery workforce.

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5 videos4 readings1 assignment

This module highlights how governments and non-profits can design policies that improve maternal and newborn health.

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4 videos9 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

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4.8 (122 ratings)
Michelle Telfer
Yale University
1 Course13,697 learners
Joan Combellick
Yale University
1 Course13,697 learners

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