Midwifery education in Central-Eastern Europe

Area of Science:

• Healthcare
• Nursing Education
• Midwifery Studies

Background:

• Midwifery care in Central-Eastern Europe faces similar issues across countries.
• A distinct Central-Eastern European model of midwifery care is emerging.
• Existing educational frameworks present challenges to practical skill development.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify common problems in midwifery care within Central-Eastern Europe.
• To analyze the characteristics of the evolving Central-Eastern European midwifery model.
• To evaluate the balance between theoretical and practical components in midwifery education in the region.

Main Methods:

• Comparative analysis of midwifery care challenges in Central-Eastern European countries.
• Review of educational curricula and training methodologies.
• Assessment of the impact of educational models on graduate professional identity.

Main Results:

• Significant similarities exist in midwifery problems across Central-Eastern European nations.
• The theoretical component of midwifery education is robust but often detached from practical application.
• The educational structure influences the development of professional identity among midwifery graduates.

Conclusions:

• A unified Central-Eastern European midwifery model is developing, characterized by shared challenges.
• Midwifery education requires enhanced practical components to align with professional needs.
• Curriculum reform is necessary to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical competency.