Head of Department of Midwifery
Mr. Seid Jemal Mohammed
Contact Information:
Phone: +251921509548
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An Overview of Department of Midwifery
The Department of Midwifery at Wolkite University was established under the College of Medicine and Health Sciences to contribute to national efforts aimed at reducing maternal and neonatal mortality and improving reproductive health services across Ethiopia. Recognizing the critical shortage of skilled birth attendants, the department was launched to train highly competent, ethical, and compassionate midwifery professionals who can provide quality care throughout the continuum of maternal and newborn health.
The program is designed in alignment with the national health policy and global standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Confederation of Midwives (ICM). The department delivers a competency-based curriculum that combines rigorous academic instruction, simulation-based learning, and extensive clinical practice in affiliated hospitals and health centers.
In addition to teaching, the department is actively engaged in research, community outreach, and service delivery. Through its graduates and faculty, it plays a significant role in improving maternal and child health outcomes in both rural and urban settings.
Objectives/Goals
The Department of Midwifery aims to:
- Produce Competent Professionals: Train midwives with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide comprehensive maternal, newborn, and reproductive health services.
- Improve Maternal and Child Health: Contribute to the national and global efforts to reduce maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality through skilled care.
- Deliver Quality Education: Implement a standardized, up-to-date, and practice-oriented midwifery curriculum that meets national and international benchmarks.
- Promote Ethical and Respectful Care: Instill professional values, including confidentiality, respect for women’s rights, and gender-sensitive healthcare delivery.
- Advance Research and Innovation: Encourage research in midwifery and reproductive health that informs policy and enhances practice.
- Engage in Community Services: Conduct outreach programs and participate in community-based education to raise awareness of maternal and reproductive health.
- Foster Interprofessional Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other health science departments to enhance interdisciplinary training and service provision.
Duties and Responsibilities
Academic Activities
- Deliver theoretical and practical midwifery courses to undergraduate students.
- Supervise clinical practicum in hospitals, health centers, and community settings.
- Develop and revise course materials and curricula in accordance with national standards.
- Evaluate students’ academic and clinical performance through continuous assessment and final exams.
Research and Innovation
- Conduct applied research focused on maternal, newborn, and reproductive health issues.
- Support students in undertaking research projects and community-based studies.
- Disseminate research findings through publications, conferences, and workshops.
Community and Clinical Engagement
- Participate in health education and outreach programs focused on maternal and child health.
- Provide technical assistance and capacity-building support to local health facilities.
- Promote the integration of midwifery services within primary health care systems.
Administrative Functions
- Participate in departmental and college-level meetings, planning, and decision-making processes.
- Collaborate with national and regional health bureaus, NGOs, and academic partners.
- Monitor and report on the department’s academic, clinical, and community engagement activities.
- Ensure quality assurance, ethical standards, and professional accountability in all departmental operations.