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Before you can practice the fabulous profession of midwife, you need to complete several years of training. In this article, we'll take a look at the various stages of training, as well as the possible career opportunities depending on the specializations chosen. Let's take a look at how to become a midwife.
Why choose the midwifery profession?
The main tasks of a midwife
The midwife plays an essential role in the medical monitoring of pregnancy, childbirth and the post-natal period. She prescribes the necessary examinations, carries out prenatal and postnatal consultations, performs physiological deliveries and provides preventive gynecological care. Her field of action extends from adolescence to the menopause. This professional is a true Swiss Army knife, capable of operating with composure in a wide range of situations. This versatility is highly sought-after bymidwifery jobproviders.
The importance of midwifery in the care of women and childbirth
As a genuine first-line practitioner, the midwife provides comprehensive support for women throughout their lives. She is the guarantor of physiology and detects pathological situations requiring medical attention. She plays a crucial role in public health, particularly in prevention and health education.
The path to midwifery studies
The different routes: PASS and LAS
There are two main routes into midwifery studies:
- Parcours Accès Santé Spécifique (PASS)
- Introduced in 2020 to replace the former Première Année Commune aux Études de Santé (PACES), the PASS is a year of study combining a health major with a minor from another discipline. This structure makes it possible to diversify skills and offer avenues for reorientation.
- Students are assessed on the basis of continuous assessment and final exams.
- Those who pass can go on to study in the health sector.
- Those who fail can reorient themselves towards their minor before, if they so wish, trying their luck again.
- The PASS approach reduces the pressure of the former PACES exam, while diversifying students' skills.
- The Licence with Health Access (L.AS)
- Introduced in 2020 to diversify the range of training courses available in health studies, the L.AS is a course combining any major (law, humanities, economics, etc.) with a specific health minor (biology, physiology, etc.).
- At the end of the first, second or third year, and if they have passed the minimum requirements, students can apply for health studies. They then sit specific exams. Depending on their performance, they may be rejected or admitted to the second year of medical school.
- The L.AS allows students to follow a diversified pathway, favoring skills and reorientation.
Admission and selection criteria
Selection is based on first-year results. Places in midwifery schools are limited, with a numerus clausus set annually. To succeed, you need to work hard and prepare thoroughly for the theory tests and oral examinations.
The course of midwifery studies
The four years of training: content and learning
Training at midwifery schools is structured around a number of areas:
- Basic sciences: anatomy, physiology, pharmacology
- Obstetrics: pregnancy monitoring, childbirth, pathologies
- Gynecology: contraception, screening, prevention
- Human sciences: psychology, ethics, communication
- Public health and research in maieutics
Hospital internships
Internships are a major part of midwifery studies. They take place in various departments: birthing rooms, post-natal care, prenatal consultations, gynecological emergencies. Progression is gradual, from observation to complete autonomy.
Using simulation to develop clinical skills
Simulation-based learning is playing an increasingly important role in training, thanks to the development of new technologies that enable us to recreate real-life conditions. Students practice on high-fidelity mannequins and take part in realistic simulated situations, enabling them to learn technical gestures and emergency management in complete safety.
Skills and knowledge acquired during training
Midwifery training provides advanced expertise in obstetrics, gynecology and neonatology. Students learn essential technical skills, how to interpret clinical and paraclinical examinations, and how to deal with emergencies.
Beyond the medical aspects, the training also develops human qualities that are important for practice, such as listening, empathy and communication skills. Students learn to manage stress, make rapid decisions and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Jobs and prospects after midwifery studies
Hospital or private practice
Graduates can choose between :
- Hospital practice in a public or private maternity hospital
- Setting up in private practice
- Working in a PMI or birth center
- Clinical research or teaching
Specializations and further training
Additional training courses enable you to specialize in :
- Obstetrical ultrasound
- Acupuncture
- Perineal rehabilitation
- Lactation and breastfeeding
- Prenatal diagnosis
In short, the midwifery profession requires the mastery of rare skills in order to operate in situations of emergency and discomfort for pregnant women. It's for this reason that studies are long (5 years minimum) and accompanied by immersion courses, ensuring that the French healthcare system is equipped with competent professionals straight from school.
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Midwife sonographer - Paris 75
Employee
2500 - 4500 per month
Paris 18e
A multidisciplinary health center in Paris is looking for an ultrasound midwife for a permanent contract. This position is available for two days a week. DNA of the structure This multidisciplinary health center enjoys an excellent reputation and patient base. It has a consultation room and a modernized ultrasound room. The center is located in Paris, a dynamic city offering a wide range of services and amenities. Description and duties You will be part of a competent team in a well-equipped environment. Your main tasks will include - Performing ultrasound scans in collaboration with the team - Operating a modern, high-performance ultrasound machine - Working with four existing gynecologists Compensation For this position, you will earn 45% of sales. Benefits - Part-time permanent contract - Modern, high-performance ultrasound scanner - Modern, well-equipped premises - On-site secretary - Strong patient demand - Easy access to public transport - Development of various partnerships and mutuals Profile sought Qualified midwife with ultrasound training, registered with the Ordre des Sages-femmes. Contact us on 07 49 91 78 20 or by e-mail at [email protected] Reference : 2026 Find over 4,000 healthcare job offers on our Jober Group website and mobile application. Take advantage of a network of 1,000 partners throughout France, a team of recruitment experts at your service, and a totally free service that 99% of our candidates are satisfied with.
Midwife - Paris 75
Employee
4000 - 4500 per month
Paris 13e
Midwife job - Paris 13e A medical establishment located in the 13th arrondissement of Paris is looking for a midwife M/F for a full-time or part-time permanent contract. Terms and conditions - CDI - Full or part-time (minimum 2 days/week) - Open 7 days a week, allowing a wide choice of actual days worked The structure You will join a consulting facility in the 13ᵉ arrondissement of Paris, just a short walk from the Olympiades metro station. What's more, the group already has three operational sites and around 40 employees spread across several centers, with a standardized organization. The offices are designed for local consultation, with 10 to 15 m² offices equipped with a window, and secretarial services available all week. Remuneration - To be defined at the time of interview, according to profile and experience Duties - Obstetrical and gynecological consultations - Pregnancy and postnatal monitoring - Advice on contraception and prevention - Coordination with physicians and other professionals in the department - Participate in the dynamics of the local medical community The benefits - Bright 10 to 15 m² offices with windows - Permanent presence of secretaries throughout the week - Doctolib software used to manage appointments - ROSP paid (equivalent to a 13ᵉ month overall) - Meal vouchers and health insurance - Visits possible to existing centers in Paris while awaiting opening The little extra The 13ᵉ arrondissement offers a dynamic urban setting with the Olympiades district and proximity to the François-Mitterrand Library, ideal for your breaks and commutes. Profile required Graduated midwife in France. Contact us on: 07 45 01 29 85 or by e-mail at [email protected] Ad reference : 12135 Find over 4,000 healthcare job offers on our Jober Group website and mobile application. Benefit from a network of 1,000 partners throughout France, a team of recruitment experts at your service, and a totally free service that 99% of our candidates are satisfied with.
Midwife - Bordeaux 33
Liberal
4000 - 4500 per month
Bordeaux
Midwife ultrasound technician job - Bordeaux 33 As part of the development of its activities, a family health center in Bordeaux, Gironde, is looking for a midwife sonographer M/F to work as a freelancer. Conditions - Private practice - Full time or by the day - Gradual installation - Start date from May, June (or later if desired) The structure You will work in an architect-designed health center divided into 13 to 15 m² practices. They are furnished and ready to use, and all have heating and air conditioning. The establishment is located in a fast-growing part of the city, close to the train station and other complementary healthcare facilities. The rent - Rent of €740 excl. tax/month - Progressive installation scheme: - Months 1 to 2: 0€ (excluding utilities) - Months 3 to 6: 40% of the rent - Months 7 to 10 : 70% Our missions - Provide ultrasound scans and pregnancy monitoring - Participate in the structuring of a coordinated care offer - Collaborate with other practitioners - Participate in coordination meetings and in the administrative organization of the center The advantages - One-storey, ground-floor health center - 13-15 m² architect-designed offices with full technical facilities - Gradual installation scheme The little extra Bordeaux boasts a rich cultural offering and nearby vineyards for weekend visits. The Atlantic coast is less than an hour away for nature outings and water sports. Profile required Midwife ultrasonographer with a diploma in France and a DU in ultrasound, with her own ultrasound equipment. Contact us on: 07 45 01 29 85 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Ad reference : 12150 Find over 4,000 healthcare job offers on our Jober Group website and mobile application. Take advantage of a network of 1,000 partners throughout France, a team of recruitment experts at your service, and a totally free service that 99% of our candidates are satisfied with.
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