Issues in enhancing continuing professional development for midwives in clinical practice in Mongolia

Area of Science:

• Maternal and Child Health
• Professional Development
• Healthcare Systems

Background:

• Midwives are crucial for maternal and child health but face challenges in knowledge transfer in Mongolia.
• Continuing professional development (CPD) for midwives in Mongolia lacks clarity and structure.
• Existing midwifery services may not align with official job descriptions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the current status of midwives in clinical practice in Mongolia.
• To identify challenges and gaps in continuing professional development (CPD) for Mongolian midwives.
• To provide recommendations for strengthening midwifery education and practice.

Main Methods:

• An online symposium was conducted to gather information.
• Data were collected through presentations, Q&A sessions, and questionnaires.
• The study focused on the experiences and perspectives of Mongolian midwives.

Main Results:

• CPD programs in Mongolia lack clear training plans and specialization.
• Newly graduated midwives do not have structured educational programs.
• Midwifery services are not consistently provided within the scope of job descriptions, and midwives face low status and salary.

Conclusions:

• There is a critical need to strengthen the system of midwifery CPD in Mongolia.
• Developing comprehensive educational programs is essential for improving midwifery practice.
• Addressing issues of status and salary is necessary to support and retain midwives.