HND Midwifery - ( Douala)

Train to become a certified midwife with the HND Midwifery program at CISMED-SANTE. Available in Douala, with expert instructors and practice.

Role and Responsibilities of a Midwife

A midwife is a trained healthcare professional specialized in normal pregnancies and childbirth. They provide care from pregnancy diagnosis to postpartum recovery, including:

• Conducting prenatal consultations and preparing expectant mothers for delivery
• Educating pregnant women on relaxation techniques, breathing exercises, and birth preparation
• Prescribing and conducting essential medical tests during pregnancy
• Offering psychological support, explaining the birth process, and easing patient concerns
• Assisting in fertility treatments and clinical reproductive health procedures
• Managing the delivery process, providing postpartum care, and handling the newborn immediately after birth
• Performing neonatal resuscitation if required
• Providing breastfeeding guidance and infant hygiene education
• Ensuring gynecological follow-up, including contraceptive counseling, contraceptive placement, perineal care, and medically supervised abortion (when legal and appropriate)

Work Settings and Career Scope for Midwives

Midwives trained at CISMED-SANTE can work in:

• - Public and private hospitals
• - Private maternity clinics
• - Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
• - Mother and Child Protection Centers (PMI)
• - Research institutions and training centers
• - Private practice or freelance maternal care units

Midwives collaborate closely with gynecologists, pediatricians, and public health professionals.

Working Conditions:

Midwifery is a demanding but fulfilling profession. Work hours can be irregular, with night shifts, weekends, and on-call duties, as labor can begin at any time. A midwife plays a crucial psychological and emotional support role throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum.

Academic Progression and Career Growth

After completing the HND in Midwifery, students can continue their education with:

• - A Bachelor's degree in Reproductive Health
• - Specializations in Maternity Pediatrics, Infant Psychopathology, Preventive and Contraceptive Gynecology
• - A Master's degree in Health Management or Public Health

Midwives can also develop careers in:

• - Clinical specialization (maternity, infant care, reproductive health)
• - Healthcare leadership and management roles
• - Teaching, research, or public health program coordination

Key Skills Acquired in the Midwifery Program at CISMED-SANTÉ

Our midwifery program equips students with the technical, emotional, and ethical competencies needed in modern maternal healthcare:

• - Conduct prenatal consultations and monitor pregnancy progression
• - Provide family planning counseling for women seeking maternity
• - Organize and lead group childbirth preparation sessions
• - Manage pregnancy from conception to postpartum
• - Diagnose labor stages, deliver babies, and monitor post-delivery outcomes
• - Identify and manage postpartum hemorrhage
• - Perform clinical examinations on mothers and newborns
• - Conduct gynecological and contraceptive consultations
• - Perform neonatal resuscitation procedures
• - Demonstrate critical thinking and decision-making under pressure
• - Uphold ethical standards and professional conduct

Enroll Now – Start Your Journey as a Midwife at CISMED-SANTE

• - Program Duration: 3 years
• - Campuses: Douala
• - Admission Requirements: GCE A/L
• - Degree Awarded: Higher National Diploma (HND) in Midwifery
• - Language of Instruction: English

Why Choose CISMED-SANTE for Midwifery Training?

• - Accredited health training institute in Cameroon
• - Strong hands-on training and clinical internships
• - Expert instructors and modern teaching facilities
• - Opportunities for further academic and career growth
• - High demand for midwives in Cameroon and across Africa