MCU Vision and Objectives

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  • MCU contributes to the improvement of maternal and child health.
  • MCU provides midwifery and general health education.
  • MCU curriculum adheres to guidelines set in the MANA Core Competencies, Canadian Competencies for Midwives, and NARM Practical Skills requirements.
  • MCU curriculum includes courses in body systems, herbology, nutrition and other holistic modalities which greatly expand the midwife's resources for assisting clients.
  • MCU curriculum includes entrepreneurial business and life development courses to enhance the success of the midwife’s personal and professional experience.
  • MCU provides a broad base of education which builds professional skills beyond that of mere vocational training.
  • MCU course work prepares students to pass the NARM exam and to qualify for NARM certification.
  • MCU course work prepares Canadian students to pass the CMRE exam.
  • MCU offers distance education curriculum that students utilize while doing clinical work with midwives in their particular areas.
  • MCU supports advanced degree students who wish to conduct practical, substantial, and scholarly work through a master’s thesis or project.
  • MCU offers continuing education opportunities for CPM’s and anyone else seeking additional midwifery education.