Midwives provide care and support to women and their families during pregnancy, labour and postnatal period. They work in various settings, such as homes, clinics, hospitals and maternity units, and need to have good communication and people skills.
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How do I train to become a midwife? You'll need to take an approved course in midwifery or secure a place on a midwifery degree apprenticeship. Have a look at our information about training in midwifery which explains about the training.
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If you're looking for information about becoming a midwife in the UK, you’ve come to the right place. This page describes what you need to know, depending on where you’ve trained, and signposts you to further information.
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Learn about the entry requirements, application process and training for midwifery degree courses and apprenticeships. You'll need at least three A-levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications, plus GCSEs, and may need a science or social science subject.
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Health visitors are specialist nurses or midwives who work with families with children aged 0 to 5 to promote health, prevent ill health and reduce inequalities. They provide support, advice, assessment, safeguarding and referral for families in their homes and communities.
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Learn about the role, skills, training and pay of maternity support workers in the NHS. They work under the supervision of a registered midwife and help care for mothers and babies in various settings.
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Search university courses leading to a range of clinical careers. Many lead to professional registration with the relevant body such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council . If you are looking for NHS apprenticeships, these are advertised on the NHS Jobs website. Find out more.
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Learn how to become a midwife in the NHS, a privileged and rewarding role that helps women through pregnancy, labour and postnatal care. Find out about the training, pay, progression and opportunities in maternity services.
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Find out how to start an apprenticeship in the NHS, from level 2 to level 7, and explore the types of apprenticeships available in nursing and other healthcare roles. Learn about the entry requirements, benefits, qualifications and application process for NHS apprenticeships.
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Learn about the four fields of nursing, the entry requirements, the financial support and the application process for nursing degrees and apprenticeships. Find out how to make a difference to people's lives as a nurse in the UK or internationally.
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