Oxons College has set out to establish itself as one of the leading organisations in the country administering English programmes for different age, walks, occupations and professions. The college has developed extensive and intensive resources, curriculums and syllabuses tailor-made course designs to administer in classroom settings. The lessons are not limited to the 4 walls of the classrooms. Every course is coordinated with the relevant setting and expertise. For instance, the learners of English for Midwives will have part of their learning experiences in the midwifery setting. Likewise, in a football club or playground for the learners of English for Sportspersons. We’ve achieved this thanks to our experience and knowledge of the sector, and through working with some of the leading experts in the field. Research of world-leading scholars in the field of ESP (English for Special Purpose) have been thoroughly studied and have been utilised in connection with the field experience of the subject field.

Our English for Midwives programme encapsulates all aspects of the field. Beginning from the primary knowledge of the subject field, it enables, eg. a carer even the compliances they have to follow. They will practice here conversations they might have to use with the customers and stakeholders. The course also includes job interviews. In a nutshell, we train to learn a very practical English espoused with academic standards.

Who Is This Course For?
English for Midwives” enables Midwives to communicate effectively with expectant mothers and support them in the challenging situations of labour and birth.This course covers the mother’s admission, all three stages of labour, and aftercare (i.e. skin, belly button and breast care, caring for a newborn baby, and sending the new mother home with her newborn). After completing the workshop, Midwives will be better equipped to positively support mothers in this extreme situation to produce a beautiful outcome.
Ideal for those looking to progress to a higher level of proficiency leading to a higher position in the company. Gain the Language and Communication knowledge needed to work effectively in health care. Health care is a field with high standards and increasing regulatory oversight, meaning that those working within it or aspiring to must demonstrate they have the knowledge required to operate safely, effectively and fairly.
Fees and Funding
Total payable £449 The fee includes printed study materials and logistic supports.
Course Outline
Assessment method: Certificate based on a set standard individual assessment
Level value: CFL 1
Guided learning hours (GLH): 120
Tangible Outcome: This Course contains information about Midwifery that will acquaint the reader with the specialised words of this field
Mode of Teaching Learning: In-Person/Online/Blended
What Does This Course Cover?
Introduction to Midwifery Terminology
Ensuring patients feel heard and understood by fully concentrating on their concerns
Conducting patient interviews and assessments, including taking medical histories
The language used during the different stages of labour and delivery, including pain management techniques
Using simple, jargon-free language to ensure patients understand medical information
Handling critical situations and communicating effectively under pressure
Clearly explaining terms related to the foetus, such as “contractions,” “dilation,” and “crowning,” to keep patients informed about the labour process.
Respecting and adapting to diverse cultural backgrounds to provide inclusive care
Practical exercises to practice and improve communication skills in real-life scenarios
Writing statements and reports
Understanding different accents and regional variation
Course Content
Unit 1: Introduction to Midwifery and Healthcare
Grammar: Present tenses
Vocabulary: Key midwifery and healthcare terms
Reading: A brief history of midwifery and healthcare
Listening: An overview of the roles and responsibilities of midwives
Writing: My journey to becoming a midwife
Speaking: Experiences and motivations for working in midwifery
Pronunciation: Anxious and Chess + connected speech
Unit 2: Patient Communication and Assessment
Grammar: Past tenses
Vocabulary: Patient communication and assessment terminology
Reading: Effective patient communication
Listening: Interacting with patients
Writing: Crafting clear, concise, and informative midwifery notes
Speaking: Midwife-patient communication
Pronunciation: Beats and Beach + connected speech
Unit 3: Medical Terminology and Conditions
Grammar: Going to and Will
Vocabulary: Common medical terms and conditions
Reading: Causes, symptoms, and treatments of various conditions
Listening: Patient conditions and treatment plans
Writing: Patient medical histories and conditions
Speaking: Explaining medical information to patients and families
Pronunciation: Bet and But + connected speech
Unit 4: Medication Administration and Safety
Grammar: Present perfect
Vocabulary: Medication types, routes, and safety precautions
Reading: Safe medication administration
Listening: Medication instructions and checking for understanding
Writing: Recording medication administration and patient responses
Speaking: Confirming and clarifying medication information
Pronunciation: Bud and Bird + connected speech
Unit 5: Clinical Skills and Procedures
Grammar: Countable and uncountable nouns
Vocabulary: Clinical skills, equipment, and procedures
Reading: Clinical skills in midwifery practice
Listening: Clinical procedures and patient education

Tutorial Support
Besides regular lesson times, off-lesson-hour supports are also available at an agreed-upon time.