Midwifery Education in the Philippines Quiz

What was the initial duration of the midwifery course in the Philippines?

• 6 months

• 2 years

• 1 year

• 3 years

What major function pertained to midwives in the early years?

• Maternal and child health care

• Geriatric care

• Surgical procedures

• Dental care

In what year was Domiciliary Service (DOS) included in the midwifery curriculum?

• 1952

• 1960

• 1985

• 1976

Which Commission on Higher Education Memorandum Order integrated competencies in primary health care for midwives?

• CMO 40

• CMO 24 s. 1992

• CMO 36

• CMO 33

What was included in CMO 36 released by CHED in 2000?

• Insertion of dental implants

• Internal examination of the heart

• Expanded role of midwives

• Surgical procedures for midwives

In what year was the ladderized Bachelor of Science in Midwifery introduced under CHED CMO 33?

• 2000

• 2005

• 2007

• 2010

What was the duration of the midwifery course in 1976?

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 3 years

What did the government provide to student midwives in the early years?

• Free tuition and board

• Free tuition and lodging

• Free tuition and allowance

• Free tuition and laundry

What was the birth of the ladderized Bachelor of Science in Midwifery aimed at?

• Maintaining the same education level

• Lowering the education level

• Elevating the level of education

• Abolishing the midwifery education

What was the major focus of midwives in the early years?

• Surgical procedures

• Maternal and child health care

• Dental care

• Geriatric care