Massachusetts Midwives Alliance. Basic Course In Midwifery Studies a journey into midwifery

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1 Massachusetts Midwives Alliance Basic Course In Midwifery Studies a journey into midwifery

2 Dedicated to midwifery in its simplest form: The passing on of wisdom form one generation to the next. We honor and cherish the women who continue these traditions The Massachusetts Midwives Alliance Two Year Midwifery Course I am still walking on clouds from how much I loved this class Since 1982, the MMA basic course in midwifery has brought many women into the paths of Midwifery, Childbirth Education, Doula work, and honest self revelation about being a birthing woman in the USA. Our students built wonderful community lasting friendships and potential professional partnerships with their students. They also develop connections with the Massachusetts midwifery community as a whole. Our program focuses on cultivating passionate midwives with the ability to serve diverse communities, and we encourage students to develop their own personal style. We emphasize cultural humility, and we believe that the midwives of the future have a very important role to play in maternal and child health. Through competency based, interactive adult learning, women who join this class learn the basics of midwifery from the MMA midwives. Intensive whole day classes twice a month give you a complete background in midwifery which can start you on the path to becoming a midwife. 2

3 I have built an amazing network of support to help me on my midwifery path Each class consists of a seminar style presentation on the material studied at home the preceding month. Each class will also consist of a potluck lunch, and usually a skills practicum. Light summer work will be assigned in preparation for the first class. These are full days, so expect to arrive on time and be prepared to run a few minutes over if the material demands it. Due to the intensive nature of the days, only non- - mobile nursing babies will be allowed This class includes a Doula weekend training, Neonatal Resuscitation, CPR, and Childbirth Education. Due to the intensive time demands and self- structured nature of our program, students must be self motivated and ready to learn and share. The course meets two Sundays a month January through June for one and a half Academic years. Classes are held at Birth and Beyond in Jamaica Plain in Boston. Created by midwives, for midwives, the MMA course passes along traditional knowledge enhanced by the latest scientific research. Learn from a diverse group of midwives each bringing her own wisdom and style into the classroom Dedicated to diversity and social responsibility, we aim to empower our students to serve diverse communities and uphold ethical culturally conscious midwifery practices. In person guidance and direction from midwives as you practice a variety of hands on skills used in the clinical setting. ToLabor doula certification is included. Through this three day workshop you can choose to build a doula practice to complement your midwifery education. For more info visit MMA Basic Course Online provides access to articles and supplemental activities and resources 3

4 First Year Orientation Birth Circle History of Midwifery Second Trimester Evaluating Research & Evidenced Based Care Anatomy and Physiology & Medical Terminology Third Trimester Nutrition & Charting Pelvic Exams and Labs First Trimester 4 Midwifery: Diversity and Disparities Labor and Birth One Labor and Birth Two: Immediate Postpartum & Neonatal Transition ToLabor Doula Training: Three Day Workshop Postpartum Breastfeeding

5 Thank you all for everything! If it is not obvious, it is a really big honor to be part of this class... and the more I am becoming part of the birth & midwifery circle, the more trusting I am that I am just where I should be... It is a wonderful feeling, and I absolutely love this course Second Year Unusual Birth One Sexuality Grief & Self Care & Impact of abuse Unusual Birth Two In Depth Specialty Workshop Medications & Counseling Neonatal Resuscitation VBAC and Cesarean Prevention Homeopathy and Alternative Therapies Herbs for the childbearing Year Suturing Grand Midwife Day CPR for Providers Certification Career Counseling 5

6 Tuition for the 2 year program is 4500$ with some early bird discounts. Pay in full by June 15th and receive 20% off the price of the course Payment plans are available, and there are limited scholarship resources for women of color and women experiencing significant financial hardship. Advanced students may register for the second year only with coordinator permission. Please contact us with any questions or for information about payment options or the early bird discount. For more information, on the Midwifery Course please call Rebecca Corliss Beck or Megan Hill at or mmaeducation@gmail.com mma basic course in midwifery massmidwivesedu.org For more information about the Massachusetts Midwives Alliance or to register online please visit