Upgrade your knowledge and skills in Obstetrics and Maternal Care with this innovative 100% online program, designed specifically for practicing midwives"

Obstetrics and Maternal Care are a fundamental specialty in the field of maternal and child health, and their constant professional updating is essential to ensure quality care for mothers and newborns. In fact, such professional updating has become an imperative need for practicing midwives, as advances in research and technology, as well as changing patterns of care and population demands, require Obstetrics and Maternal Care professionals to be up-to-date on the latest knowledge, skills and clinical practices.

In addition, the importance of woman-centered care, based on scientific evidence and interprofessional approach, highlights the need for up-to-date and specialized teaching in this area. For this reason, TECH has created this advanced master’s degree in Obstetrics and Maternal Care for Midwives, designed specifically for professionals who already practice this specialty and are looking to keep up to date in a constantly changing environment.

This university program offers a comprehensive and up-to-date review of the most relevant and emerging topics in the field of Midwifery and Maternal Care. With a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach, the program is tailored to the needs of adapts to the needs of professionals already practicing this specialty, providing them with updated tools and knowledge to face the current challenges in maternal and child health care.

One of the outstanding advantages of this program is its 100% online modality. This allows professionals to access content and carry out all activities in a flexible manner, adapting to their schedules and work and personal responsibilities. The online platform offers an interactive learning environment, with updated resources, practical activities and communication tools that facilitate the exchange of knowledge and experiences among participants.

In addition, the program has a faculty of experts in the specialty, with extensive clinical experience. The participants will also have access to an extensive network of professionals dedicated to Obstetrics and Maternal Care, which fosters collaborative learning and the exchange of best practices.

Learn from experts in the field and access up-to-date resources in an interactive learning environment that adapts to your schedule and work and personal responsibilities"

This advanced master’s degree in Obstetrics and Maternal Care for Midwives contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Obstetrics and maternal care
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies in the care of pregnant women during the entire pregnancy and delivery process
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Delve into the most recent in pregnancy pathologies, obstetric of pregnancy, obstetric emergencies and breastfeeding"

The teaching staff includes nursing professionals who bring their experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will deliver an immersive learning experience, programmed to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby students must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, professionals will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Get updated and deepen in the latest advances in research, technology and care guidelines in Obstetrics and Maternal Care"

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This advanced master’s degree in Obstetrics and Maternal Care for Midwives aims to offer an advanced and specialized update for practicing professionals, deepening skills and clinical practice and strengthening the management of the pregnant woman throughout the process of pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum. For this reason, the entire program is largely based on real clinical cases, adequately contextualizing all the topics covered.

The program is offered 100% online, with total flexibility so that you can access the Virtual Campus at any time and place"

General Objectives

• Acquire knowledge in specific gynecological and obstetric care
• Promote work strategies based on a comprehensive approach to the patient as a reference model for achieving excellence in care
• Favour the acquisition of technical skills and abilities, through a powerful audiovisual system, and the possibility of development through specific training
• Integrate new knowledge about fetal deformities, their causes and their resolution
• Instruct on the hemorrhagic pathology of the first trimester and its possible diagnoses
• Get up to date on the different prophylactic treatments for patients with heart disease in pregnancy
• Detect the different obstetric emergencies during pregnancy, delivery and puerperium as early as possible in order to apply the latest treatments and achieve a satisfactory obstetric outcome, thereby reducing maternal-fetal morbidity and mortality
• Update knowledge in Breastfeeding

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Anatomy and Physiology of the Human Reproductive System

• Describe the anatomy and physiology of the male and female sexual apparatus
• Explain reproductive endocrinology
• Explain the development of sex differentiation
• Describe the ovarian and uterine cycle
• Explain male physiology

Module 2. Puberty, Menstruation and Climacteric Period

• Understand the neurohormonal regulation of reproductive function
• Describe the physiological process of the climacteric stage
• Describe the physiology of sexuality
• Define concepts related to menstrual symptoms
• Explain the procedure in gynecological examinations
• Describe the biological process of reproduction and the female sexual cycle and its psychological and social implications
• Explain the various pathologies that occur during puberty
• Describe the different menstrual disorders

Module 3. Gynecological Infectious Pathology and Sexually Transmitted Diseases

• Differentiate between hypothalamic and pituitary amenorrhea
• Describe the various functional uterine hemorrhages
• Explain the pathologies and treatments during the climacteric stage
• Describe sexually transmitted infections
• Explain the epidemiological aspects of sexually transmitted infections
• Describe the various treatments for sexually transmitted infections

Module 4. Care for Women with Gynecologic Problems

• Prepares health education strategies for at-risk populations
• Define the various types of primary prevention methods
• Defining pain of pelvic origin
• Classify the various malformations of the genital apparatus
• List the types of benign tumors
• Describe benign gynecologic pathology
• Explain the various alternations of genital statics
• Describe vulvovaginal pathology
• Describe cervical pathology and its treatment
• Get to know the uterine pathology and its treatment
• Learn about adnexal pathology and its treatment
• Update knowledge on early diagnosis of breast and gynecological cancer

Module 5. Gynecological Surgery

• Update knowledge on gynecological surgery
• Get to know the different types of gynecological anesthesia
• Get to know about preoperative and postoperative care
• Identify the various postoperative complications
• Learn about abdominal hysterectomy
• Get to know the laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery
• Acquire knowledge about robotic surgery applied to gynecology

Module 6. Urinary Incontinence (UI)

• Acquire knowledge about urinary incontinence and its epidemiology
• Explain the diagnosis and treatment of urinary incontinence

Module 7. Midwifery Care in the Preconception Consultation

• Apply up-to-date scientific-technical and unified care criteria that ensure continuity of care
• Establish coordination strategies between the professionals involved in the process
• Make a diagnosis with clear recommendations prior to labor
• Develop a protocol to be followed to facilitate labor for the first-time mother

Module 8. Pregnancy

• Identify the educational needs that the pregnant woman and her family members may require
• Implement prevention strategies and promotion of obstetric health and, therefore, the health of the future child
• Describe the normal and pathological evolution of a breastfeeding patient

Module 9. Maternity Education Program

• Develop communicative strategies to establish an appropriate therapeutic link with the woman and their family
• Design strategies that favor an environment of trust, security, and intimacy, respecting the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of the women involved
• Create a guide with the main care of the newborn
• Develop strategies and action plans in the event of a newborn complication

Module 10. Concept of risk gestation. First trimester bleeding. Congenital Fetal Defects. Prenatal Diagnosis

• Know the hemorrhagic pathology of the first trimester, such as miscarriage, molas and ectopic pregnancy, as well as their main causes, diagnosis and treatment, since this type of pathology is frequently found in the work units of midwives
• Get up to date knowledge on prenatal diagnosis and the latest protocols for suspected fetal malformations
• Analyze the different infectious diseases that can cause congenital fetal defects, in order to be able to act on their prevention in daily healthcare practice
• Know how to manage pregnancies with sociodemographic risk, such as adolescent pregnancies, in order to be able to act with scientific rigor before them

Module 11. Pregnant Woman with Pathology derived from the Digestive System

• Get up to date knowledge on some of the most frequent pathologies in pregnancy, such as hyperemesis gravidarum, a pathology that occurs frequently in pregnancy, and which is the object of the work of midwives in emergency and high obstetric risk units
• Know the importance of the early diagnosis of pathologies such as intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy, which can have fatal consequences if not treated correctly
• Broaden their knowledge about viral hepatitis in pregnancy, which, due to, its special considerations in childbirth, is the subject of detailed study by midwives
• Describe the pathology that affects gastric discomfort during pregnancy, such as reflux, an issue for which pregnant women consult throughout pregnancy on numerous occasions
• Describe the main hygienic measures to combat it

Module 12. Pregnant with Hematological and Cardiac Problems

• Learn about the management of the main hematological pathologies that occur frequently during pregnancy, such as gestational anemia and thrombopenias
• Learn in depth about perinatal hemolytic disease, which was a cause of death until a few years ago due to its lack of knowledge
• Discuss the main issues involved in cardiac pathologies in pregnancy, as some of them may hinder pregnancy

Module 13. Pregnant with neurological, musculoskeletal, dermatological and autoimmune problems

• Expand knowledge in neurological pathologies that are in continuous research and evolution, such as multiple sclerosis, a complex pathology in which midwives must be training to perform a correct clinical and psychological approach
• Update knowledge on antiepileptic medication, since many of these drugs are teratogenic, and are the subject of consultation by patients
• Study dermatological pathology in depth, which will allow the student to be able to perform an adequate approach in emergency and consultation units
• Analyze the autoimmune diseases that affect pregnancy, since many of them are an indication for an early termination of pregnancy, such as lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome
• Instruct on musculoskeletal pathology, since, although it is not generally serious, it is something that affects the majority of pregnant women who consult for solutions

Module 14. Pregnant with Respiratory and Urological/Renal Problems. Tropical and Subtropical Diseases

• Update the knowledge of bronchial asthma and pregnancy, since it is estimated that 1% of pregnant women suffer from it, being the most frequent respiratory pathology
• Deepen the knowledge about the influenza virus and its influence on pregnancy, due to the main complications it presents, and because it is the object of hospital admission on numerous occasions
• Learn how to make a differential diagnosis between different urological and renal pathologies, very frequent during pregnancy, so much so that asymptomatic bacteriuria is screened and midwives must know how and when it should be performed
• Know the effects of tropical and subtropical diseases on the fetus and gestation in general, as this is a new topic that is under continuous study

Module 15. Pathology of Fetal Growth and Gestational Duration. Premature Labor and Multiple Gestation. Pulmonary and Neurological Maturity

• Describe the obstetric management of a fetus diagnosed with RIC or fetal macrosomia, as it concerns midwives during the entire gestation, as well as during labor and delivery and in the puerperium due to the special care of the neonate
• Learn about the exhaustive management of preterm labor and prolonged gestation, as due to their incidence, midwives must know their diagnosis, treatment and complications for both the mother and the fetus and/or neonate
• Know how multiple gestations occur and how they are classified according to their chorionicity
• Study the administration protocols of magnesium sulfate and antenatal corticosteroids for neuroprotection and fetal lung maturation, respectively

Module 16. Pathology of the Placenta and Fetal Appendages. Obstetric Accidents

• Learn about obstetric accidents and how to act is an essential part midwife's work, since in most cases it is necessary to act within seconds to avoid fatal consequences
• Training on placental problems that may occur in any of the trimesters and about which patients will often refer their concerns to the obstetrical staff
• To understand in depth the pathology of the umbilical cord, since some of its defects are accompanied by fetal anomalies, and it is the midwife who is the first to be able to objectify it on many occasions

Module 17. Endocrine Problems during Pregnancy. Gynecologic Cancer and Pregnancy. Hypertensive States of Pregnancy

• Know everything related to preeclampsia, the new protocols for prediction, prevention, treatment and diagnosis
• Learn about the management of the severe complications of preeclampsia, which are per se obstetric emergencies, so professionals must be equipped with the best and most updated knowledge
• Get up to dated on the management of diabetes, since midwives are the competent professionals to carry out an adequate follow-up during pregnancy, delivery and the postpartum period of patients and neonates of diabetic mothers
• Have an in-depth knowledge of gynecological-oncological issues in pregnant women, as more and more patients are suffering from these pathologies, and for whom it is essential to follow protocols based on the best evidence

Module 18. Pathology of Puerperium. Psychological Issues during the Postpartum Period. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in Pregnant Women and Neonates. Legal Termination of Pregnancy

• Learn about infectious pathology in the postpartum period, since it is the midwives who receive the woman in the postpartum visits, and whose early referral is essential for a successful outcome
• Instruct on breastfeeding problems, a subject that is almost exclusively the responsibility of midwives
• Have an in-depth understanding of psychological care such as postpartum depression and puerperal psychosis
• Know the causes of postpartum hemorrhages, since midwives are in charge of attending euthyroid deliveries and monitoring the immediate postpartum period in all hospitalization units
• Be familiar with the appropriate treatment depending on the etiology of the bleeding and its aftercare
• Get up to date in both maternal and neonatal CPR, since mmidwives are in charge of the first neonatal assessment in most maternity wards, and their protocols are updated from time to time to offer the best care based on scientific evidence

Module 19. Non-obstetric Pathologies during Pregnancy

• Recognize and initiate timely management of the most frequent pathologies that could have obstetric repercussions
• Demonstrate midwifery skills to deal with these pathologies
• Be able to carry out a multidisciplinary approach to these pathologies promoting communication and coordination between healthcare practitioners

Module 20. Infections During Pregnancy

• Recognize and initiate timely management of the most frequent Infections that could have obstetric repercussions
• Demonstrate midwifery skills to deal with these Infections
• Be able to deliver effective and targeted health education to prevent the pregnant woman from becoming infected and to avoid infecting the fetus

Module 21. Obstetric Emergencies in the First Trimester

• Recognize and initiate timely management pathologies occurring in the first trimester of pregnancy
• Demonstrate midwifery skills to deal with these pathologies
• Promote continuity of care for women suffering from first trimester pathology whether they are admitted to the hospital ward or discharged
• Be able to deliver effective and targeted health education for each of these pathologies

Module 22. Obstetric Emergencies in the Second and Third Trimester

• Recognize and initiate timely management of pathologies occurring in the second and third trimester of pregnancy
• Demonstrate midwifery skills to deal with these pathologies
• Promote continuity of care and communication with the rest of healthcare practitioners who will attend those pathologies that generally require hospital admission

Module 23. Obstetric Emergencies during the Dilation Phase of Labor

• Recognize and initiate timely management of urgent situations that may occur during the dilation phase of labor
• Identify and know how to perform the obstetric maneuvers indicated to solve each urgent situation during the dilation phase of labor
• Demonstrate midwifery skills to deal with these situations

Module 24. Obstetric emergencies during labor: expulsion phase and childbirth

• Recognize and initiate timely management of urgent situations that may occur during the third stage of labor and delivery
• Identify and know how to perform the obstetric maneuvers indicated to solve each urgent situation during the third stage of labor and delivery
• Demonstrate midwifery skills to deal with these situations

Module 25. Postpartum Emergencies

• Recognize and initiate timely management of urgent situations that may occur during the postpartum period
• Identify and know how to perform the obstetric maneuvers indicated to solve each urgent situation during the postpartum period
• Demonstrate midwifery skills to deal with these situations

Module 26. Special Situations in the Obstetrics Emergency Department

• Recognize and identify specific situations that occur less frequently in an obstetric emergency
• Initiate timely management of these situations
• Be able to carry out an adequate health education specific to each situation
• Demonstrate midwifery skills to deal with these situations
• Have a thorough understanding of the legal bases of informed consent in an emergency situation

Module 27. Breastfeeding Today and Throughout History

• Conduct a review of the current global epidemiology of breastfeeding
• Encourage the proper development of the mother-child relationship, reducing the number of children who are assaulted, abandoned and who fail to progress without organic cause
• Encourage breastfeeding to achieve adequate growth and development, preventing future health problems

Module 28. Physiology and Clinical History in Breastfeeding

• Update knowledge about the Physiology of Breastfeeding
• Describe the anatomy of the lactating breast
• Define the characteristics of a milk bank

Module 29. Breastfeeding Care and Breastfeeding Women's Health

• Provide information on nutrition for the breastfeeding mother
• Describe the rights of women during Breastfeeding

Module 30. Problems During Breastfeeding

• Train mothers in newborn care and in the resolution of common infant health problems
• Detect bad latching positions of the baby that may alter the baby's feeding development

Module 31. Other Types of Breastfeeding

• Explain other types of infant feeding and their substitution or combination with breastfeeding
• Explain the different bottle preparation techniques and their advantages and disadvantages

Module 32. Breastfeeding in Special Situations

• Explain the benefits of physical activity during Breastfeeding
• Describe the main contraindications of breastfeeding

Module 33. Common Situations During Breastfeeding

• Counsel the mother who works outside the home and wishes to continue breastfeeding
• Teach the steps to be followed to achieve successful exclusive breastfeeding

Module 34. Drugs and Breastfeeding

• Obtain knowledge about the transfer of drugs to breast milk in order to guide women in their doubts when taking medications
• Define appropriate treatment of breast and nipple associated complications

Module 35. Associations of Breastfeeding Initiatives and Legislation

• Describe paternal involvement in the breastfeeding process
• Promote active participation in the care of the NB and in the monitoring of its growth and development

Module 36. Diseases and Breastfeeding

• Debunk false myths and false contraindications of breastfeeding
• Coverage of HIV and Hepatitis condition with respect to breastfeeding
• Study the possible difficulties of the newborn in special breastfeeding situations
• Understand the impact of breastfeeding on maternal conditions

The program is based on the latest scientific evidence and best clinical practices, which guarantees you a quality update in the field of obstetrics and maternal care"