Statement of Purpose to Become a Midwife

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Nursing is a highly reputable profession “that focuses on the care of individuals, families and communities for them to maintain or recover optimal health and quality of life” (Nursepractitioners.org.au, 2014, n.p). Within the nursing profession there are various specialties. The specialty that I would like to pursue a career in is Midwifery. “ A midwife is a health professional who works with women to give the necessary support, care and advice during pregnancy and the postpartum period” (Nursing.health.wa.gov.au, 2014, n.p). In this report I will be talking about why I am interested in this specialty and also the types of patients I will be looking after, as well as the specific tasks I will perform from day to day. In addition I will also outline universities and institutions where I could further my study to become a midwife.

Growing up I have realised that pregnancy is a unique experience. Watching a loved-one experience difficulties in pregnancy, made me fully aware of what I wanted to do as a career. The thought of caring for women and giving them the necessary support the...

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