Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PUBLIC HEALTH MIDWIFERY | EBE4116522 | Fall Semester | 2+8 | 6 | 6 |
| Course Program | Perşembe 09:00-09:45 Perşembe 10:00-10:45 Cumartesi 09:00-09:45 Cumartesi 10:00-10:45 |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Dilek HACIVELİOĞLU |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Dilek HACIVELİOĞLU |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to enable students to acquire the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to protect, promote, and maintain the health of individuals, families, and communities within the scope of public health midwifery, and to develop competencies in assessing community health needs and planning, implementing, and evaluating midwifery care in primary health care settings. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to the Course and Basic Concepts,Public Health and Health Systems,Health Organization and Midwifery,Demography and the Definition of Society,Family Health Midwifery and Home Visits,Women's and Reproductive Health,Maternal Health,Child Health,Adolescent and Elderly Health,Communicable Diseases,Chronic Diseases and Preventive Health,Environmental, School and Occupational Health,Extraordinary Situations and Risk Groups,Aile Sağlığı Merkezlerinde Organizasyon, Yönetim ve Değerlendirme. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Explains the concepts of public health and primary health care services. | 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 18, 2, 5, 6, 9 | A, F |
| 1.1. Explains the organization of health services in Türkiye and the role of midwifery within the healthcare system. | 4, 6, 9 | A, F |
| 1.2. Applies the community assessment process. | 13, 14, 5, 6, 9 | A, F |
| 1.3. Plans health services for women, mothers, children, pregnant women, and at-risk groups. | 16, 17, 37, 4, 6, 8, 9 | A, E, F |
| 2. Evaluates the role of midwifery in the control of communicable and chronic diseases. | 17, 37, 4, 6, 9 | A |
| 3. Explains the effects of environmental health, school health, and occupational health on community health. | 16, 18, 2, 37, 4, 9 | A, F |
| 4. Plans midwifery care in high-risk and special situations (e.g., disasters, migration). | 14, 16, 18, 5, 6, 9 | A, F |
| 5. Uses fundamental health data to interpret community health services. | 13, 18, 21, 9 | A |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 17: Experimental Technique, 18: Micro Teaching Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 21: Simulation Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the Course and Basic Concepts | History of Public Health - Development of Primary Health Care - Health Reforms Midwifery and Community Health. Editors: Melek Gülsün Özentürk, Ummahan Yücel, Reci Meseri. Ankara Nobel Medical Bookstores. 2019, Çavmak, Ş., & Çavmak, D. (2017). Historical Development of Health Services in Turkey and Health Transformation Program. Health Management Journal, 1(1), 48-57. Karahüseyinoğlu, E. K. (2021). Health services from the perspective of quality management. Journal of Academic Value Studies, 7(3), 394-402. Prof. Dr. Nusret Fişek's Unpublished Writings, Maternal-Child Health, Population Problems and Family Planning, Rahmi Dirican, Turkish Medical Association, 1998 |
| 2 | Public Health and Health Systems | Fışkın Siyahtaş, G., & Kurnaz, D. (Eds.). (2025). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore. Özentürk, M. G., Yücel, U., & Meseri, R. (Eds.). (2019). Midwifery and Community Health. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore, pp. 18-30. |
| 3 | Health Organization and Midwifery | Fışkın Siyahtaş, G., & Kurnaz, D. (Eds.). (2025). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore.Health organization-Primary Health Services (in) -and midwifery- Midwives' Duties and Responsibilities Midwifery and Community Health. Editors: Melek Gülsün Özentürk, Ummahan Yücel, Reci Meseri. Ankara Nobel Medical Bookstores. 2019, Ankara (Page: 6-7-14) (111-117). Asiye Çiğdem ŞİMŞEK, Deniz ÇAKMAK. Women's Health Protection Policies Legislation in Force in Our Country. Gynecology - Obstetrics and Neonatology Medical Journal 2019; Volume: 16, Issue: 1, Page: 45-50 Gür, K., Kaya, Ç. A., Çifçili, S., Kırımlı, E., Erol, S., Şişman, F. N., & Kolaç, N. (2023). Nursing and Midwifery Services in Family Health Centers Workshop Report. Journal of Public Health Nursing, 5(1), 1-9. |
| 4 | Demography and the Definition of Society | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore; 2025. Özentürk MG, Yücel U, Meseri R, editors. Midwifery and Public Health. Demography and Health: Demographic Transition. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores; 2019. p. 18-30. Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat). Address Based Population Registration System Results, 2023. Available from: https://data.tuik.gov.tr/Bulten/Index?p=49685 Hacettepe University Institute of Population Studies. Turkey Demographic and Health Survey 2018 (TDHS-2018). Ankara: Hacettepe University Institute of Population Studies; 2019. |
| 5 | Family Health Midwifery and Home Visits | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore; 2025. 1.http://www.istanbulhalksagligi.gov.tr/data/content/cekush_dosyalar/12-%20bebek_cocuk_ergen_izlem_protokolleri.pdf Tunçel, E. K., Dündar, C., & Pekşen, Y. (2005). Ebelerin anne sütü ile ilgili bilgi ve uygulamalarının değerlendirilmesi. Kocatepe Tıp Dergisi, 6(1), 43-48.Orhon, F. Ş. (2020). A look at the expanded immunization program from all aspects. Osmangazi Medical Journal, 6-14. Bulduk, K. D., & Güneş, G. (2023). COMMUNITY IMMUNITY AND PUBLIC IMMUNIFICATION. ESTUDAM Public Health Journal, 8(1), 97-104. Ok, Ş., Pehlivan, E., & Geçkil, E. (2004). Immunization status of 12-month-old babies in Malatya city center. |
| 6 | Women's and Reproductive Health | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore; 2025. Midwifery and Community Health. Editors: Melek Gülsün Özentürk, Ummahan Yücel, Reci Meseri. Ankara Nobel Medical Bookstores. 2019, Ankara (p. 422-427). Öztaş, Ö., Artantaş, A. B., Tetik, B. K., Yalçıntaş, A., Üstü, Y., & Uğurlu, M. (2015). Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviors of Married Women in the 18-49 Age Group About Reproductive Health and Contraception. Midwifery and Community Health. Editors: Melek Gülsün Özentürk, Ummahan Yücel, Reci Meseri. Ankara Nobel Medical Bookstores. 2019, Ankara (173-185) Yağmur, Y., & Aytekin, S. (2018). Reproductive health problems of refugee women and solution suggestions. Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Nursing Journal e-Journal, 11(1), 56-60. |
| 7 | Maternal Health | Fışkın Siyahtaş, G., & Kurnaz, D. (Eds.). (2025). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores. United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). (2012). Analysis of the Situation of Children and Youth Population in Türkiye. Retrieved from http://unicef.deparyazilim.com/files/bilgimerkezi/doc/sitan-tur-final-2012.pdf Özentürk, M. G., Yücel, U., & Meseri, R. (Eds.). (2019). Midwifery and Community Health. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores. |
| 8 | Child Health | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores; 2025. UNICEF. Analysis of the Situation of Children and Youth Population in Türkiye. 2012. Available at: http://unicef.deparyazilim.com/files/bilgimerkezi/doc/sitan-tur-final-2012.pdf Özentürk MG, Yücel U, Meseri R (Eds.). Midwifery and Community Health. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores; 2019. |
| 9 | Adolescent and Elderly Health | Fışkın Siyahtaş, G., & Kurnaz, D. (Eds.). (2025). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores. Altay, M., Cabar, H. D., & Altay, B. (2018). Nutrition and school health in adolescent children. Sinop University Journal of Social Sciences, 2(1), 173-180. Sağlam, H. Y., & Yiğit, D. (Eds.). (2025). Adolescent Health. Ankara: Akademisyen Publishing House. Çöl, M. (2025). Elderly health. Community & Physician (Toplum ve Hekim), 40(1), 3. |
| 10 | Communicable Diseases | Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Health. Infant, Child and Adolescent Follow-up Protocols [Internet]. Available from: http://www.istanbulhalksagligi.gov.tr/data/content/cekush_dosyalar/12-%20bebek_cocuk_ergen_izlem_protokolleri.pdf Tunçel EK, Dündar C, Pekşen Y. Evaluation of Midwives’ Knowledge and Practices Regarding Breastfeeding. Kocatepe Medical Journal. 2005;6(1):43-48. Orhon FŞ. A Comprehensive Overview of the Expanded Programme on Immunization. Osmangazi Medical Journal. 2020:6-14. Bulduk KD, Güneş G. Herd Immunity and Immunization of the Public. ESTUDAM Journal of Public Health. 2023;8(1):97-104. Ok Ş, Pehlivan E, Geçkil E. Immunization Status of 12-Month-Old Infants in the City Center of Malatya. [Article title translated]. |
| 11 | Chronic Diseases and Preventive Health | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore; 2025.Health Promotion and Disease Prevention: Nurses’ Role Thornton ER. (2025). Research & Reviews: Journal of Nursing & Health Sciences. Preventive Health: Diverse Strategies, Better Outcomes Reddy A. (2025). Journal of Community & Public Health Nursing. |
| 12 | Environmental, School and Occupational Health | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore; 2025.1Pertiwi WE, Denny HM, Setyaningsih Y, Laksono AD. (2025). Strengthening Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) in Schools to Minimize Risks for Students, Teachers, and Visitors: Policy Recommendation. Indonesian Journal of Health Promotion and Administration. Salman, F. (2025). Global Trends in School Health Studies: A Review of Türkiye and Selected Countries. Nuh's Ark Journal of Health Sciences, 2(2). Katanalp, U. M. (2025). A Study on Identifying the Problems Encountered by School Administrators Regarding Occupational Health and Safety in Schools. Bürküt Journal of the Turkish World, 4(1), 104-122. |
| 13 | Extraordinary Situations and Risk Groups | Ebe SA, Kartal YA. Development of the Concept of Disaster Midwifery and the Roles and Responsibilities of Midwives in Disaster Management. In: Conference Book. May 2023. p. 119. Yıldırım AD, Esencan TY. Community-Based Midwifery Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Journal of Midwifery and Health Sciences. 3(3):244-252. Bay FA, Ataş AN. International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife 2020: The Midwifery Profession in the Shadow of COVID-19. Journal of İzmir Katip Çelebi University Faculty of Health Sciences. 2020;6(1):49-53. Gökçe İ, Öter EG. Sexual and Reproductive Health Services in Disasters Within the Integrated Disaster Management System. In: International Conference on Frontiers in Academic Research. 2023 Feb. Vol. 1, p. 523-529. |
| 14 | Aile Sağlığı Merkezlerinde Organizasyon, Yönetim ve Değerlendirme | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore; 2025. Republic of Türkiye. Midwifery Regulation [Internet]. Available from: https://www.mevzuat.gov.tr/mevzuat?MevzuatNo=41084&MevzuatTur=7&MevzuatTertip=5 Regulation on Determining the Minimum Educational Requirements for the Educational Programs of Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, and Architecture [Internet]. Available from: https://www.mevzuat.gov.tr/ Accessed: May 15, 2024. Karaçam Z. The Status of Midwifery as a Professional Discipline in Türkiye: Legal Regulations, Education, and Research. Mersin University Faculty of Medicine Lokman Hekim Journal of History of Medicine and Folk Medicine. 2016;6(3):128-136. Güner S, Yurdakul M, Yetim N. A Qualitative Study Reflecting the Academic Perspective on the Problems of the Midwifery Profession in Türkiye. Journal of Higher Education and Science. 2015. |
| Resources |
| 1. Public Health Basics. Münevver Bertan, Çağatay Güler, Güneş Kitapevi Ltd. Şti., 1995 Ankara 2. Public Health Nursing duplication, Ege University School of Nursing Faculty Members, 1998 3. Prof. Dr. Nusret Fişek's Unpublished Writings, Mother-Child Health, Population Problems and Family Planning, Rahmi Dirican, Turkish Medical Association, 1998 4. Prof. Dr. Nusret Fişek's Unpublished Writings, Articles on Education, Medical Education, Continuing Education and Other Subjects, Rahmi Dirican, Turkish Medical Association, 1999 5. Community Health Nursing Practice, R.Freeman, W.B. Saunders Company 6. Community Health Nursing, L. Jarvis, F.A. Davis Company, Philadelphia 7. Epidemiology, Ö. Gülesen, Uludağ Univ., Publications, No: 2-013-0043, Bursa 8. Public Health Nursing Handbook. Ed: İnci Erefe, Koç Foundation Publications No: , 1996 9. Introduction to Public Health, Nusret Fişek, Hacettepe University, WHO Service Research and Researcher Training Center Publication, No:2, Ankara 10. Public Health (Community Medicine). Rahmi Dirican, N. Bilgel, Uludağ Univ. Printing House, Bursa |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PQ-1. Has the knowledge and skills to provide holistic, culturally sensitive care to women, newborns, children, and families. | X | |||||
| 2 | PQ-2. Has the knowledge and skills to perform assessments and deliver services aimed at protecting, maintaining, and promoting health. | X | |||||
| 3 | PQ-3. Provides a safe environment throughout pregnancy, labor, and birth; manages high-risk and emergency situations, and conducts childbirth independently. | X | |||||
| 4 | PQ-4. Provides qualified care to support adaptation of women, newborns, and families in the postpartum period. | X | |||||
| 5 | PQ-5. Has the knowledge and skills to deliver individualized care in cases of pregnancy termination or loss, adhering to national laws, regulations, and procedures | X | |||||
| 6 | PQ-6. Conducts practices in compliance with relevant legislation, professional ethics, principles, and standards. | X | |||||
| 7 | PQ-7. Performs practices in a culturally sensitive manner, guided by current scientific evidence, technological developments, and health policies. | X | |||||
| 8 | PQ-8. Participates in research, education, and projects relevant to midwifery, and actively contributes to translating outcomes into practice. | X | |||||
| 9 | PQ-9. Participates in activities aimed at supporting women in the field of midwifery practice, providing leadership and consultancy. | X | |||||
| 10 | PQ-10. Works effectively in communication and collaboration with healthcare teams and other disciplines. | X | |||||
| 11 | PQ-11. Adopts a lifelong learning approach, remains open to development, and demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills. | X | |||||
| 12 | PQ-12. Has sufficient proficiency in English to follow current literature and effectively communicate with professional colleagues. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 12 | 8 | 96 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 2 | 10 | 20 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 174 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(174/30) | 6 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PUBLIC HEALTH MIDWIFERY | EBE4116522 | Fall Semester | 2+8 | 6 | 6 |
| Course Program | Perşembe 09:00-09:45 Perşembe 10:00-10:45 Cumartesi 09:00-09:45 Cumartesi 10:00-10:45 |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Dilek HACIVELİOĞLU |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Dilek HACIVELİOĞLU |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to enable students to acquire the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to protect, promote, and maintain the health of individuals, families, and communities within the scope of public health midwifery, and to develop competencies in assessing community health needs and planning, implementing, and evaluating midwifery care in primary health care settings. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to the Course and Basic Concepts,Public Health and Health Systems,Health Organization and Midwifery,Demography and the Definition of Society,Family Health Midwifery and Home Visits,Women's and Reproductive Health,Maternal Health,Child Health,Adolescent and Elderly Health,Communicable Diseases,Chronic Diseases and Preventive Health,Environmental, School and Occupational Health,Extraordinary Situations and Risk Groups,Aile Sağlığı Merkezlerinde Organizasyon, Yönetim ve Değerlendirme. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Explains the concepts of public health and primary health care services. | 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 18, 2, 5, 6, 9 | A, F |
| 1.1. Explains the organization of health services in Türkiye and the role of midwifery within the healthcare system. | 4, 6, 9 | A, F |
| 1.2. Applies the community assessment process. | 13, 14, 5, 6, 9 | A, F |
| 1.3. Plans health services for women, mothers, children, pregnant women, and at-risk groups. | 16, 17, 37, 4, 6, 8, 9 | A, E, F |
| 2. Evaluates the role of midwifery in the control of communicable and chronic diseases. | 17, 37, 4, 6, 9 | A |
| 3. Explains the effects of environmental health, school health, and occupational health on community health. | 16, 18, 2, 37, 4, 9 | A, F |
| 4. Plans midwifery care in high-risk and special situations (e.g., disasters, migration). | 14, 16, 18, 5, 6, 9 | A, F |
| 5. Uses fundamental health data to interpret community health services. | 13, 18, 21, 9 | A |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 17: Experimental Technique, 18: Micro Teaching Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 21: Simulation Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the Course and Basic Concepts | History of Public Health - Development of Primary Health Care - Health Reforms Midwifery and Community Health. Editors: Melek Gülsün Özentürk, Ummahan Yücel, Reci Meseri. Ankara Nobel Medical Bookstores. 2019, Çavmak, Ş., & Çavmak, D. (2017). Historical Development of Health Services in Turkey and Health Transformation Program. Health Management Journal, 1(1), 48-57. Karahüseyinoğlu, E. K. (2021). Health services from the perspective of quality management. Journal of Academic Value Studies, 7(3), 394-402. Prof. Dr. Nusret Fişek's Unpublished Writings, Maternal-Child Health, Population Problems and Family Planning, Rahmi Dirican, Turkish Medical Association, 1998 |
| 2 | Public Health and Health Systems | Fışkın Siyahtaş, G., & Kurnaz, D. (Eds.). (2025). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore. Özentürk, M. G., Yücel, U., & Meseri, R. (Eds.). (2019). Midwifery and Community Health. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore, pp. 18-30. |
| 3 | Health Organization and Midwifery | Fışkın Siyahtaş, G., & Kurnaz, D. (Eds.). (2025). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore.Health organization-Primary Health Services (in) -and midwifery- Midwives' Duties and Responsibilities Midwifery and Community Health. Editors: Melek Gülsün Özentürk, Ummahan Yücel, Reci Meseri. Ankara Nobel Medical Bookstores. 2019, Ankara (Page: 6-7-14) (111-117). Asiye Çiğdem ŞİMŞEK, Deniz ÇAKMAK. Women's Health Protection Policies Legislation in Force in Our Country. Gynecology - Obstetrics and Neonatology Medical Journal 2019; Volume: 16, Issue: 1, Page: 45-50 Gür, K., Kaya, Ç. A., Çifçili, S., Kırımlı, E., Erol, S., Şişman, F. N., & Kolaç, N. (2023). Nursing and Midwifery Services in Family Health Centers Workshop Report. Journal of Public Health Nursing, 5(1), 1-9. |
| 4 | Demography and the Definition of Society | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore; 2025. Özentürk MG, Yücel U, Meseri R, editors. Midwifery and Public Health. Demography and Health: Demographic Transition. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores; 2019. p. 18-30. Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat). Address Based Population Registration System Results, 2023. Available from: https://data.tuik.gov.tr/Bulten/Index?p=49685 Hacettepe University Institute of Population Studies. Turkey Demographic and Health Survey 2018 (TDHS-2018). Ankara: Hacettepe University Institute of Population Studies; 2019. |
| 5 | Family Health Midwifery and Home Visits | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore; 2025. 1.http://www.istanbulhalksagligi.gov.tr/data/content/cekush_dosyalar/12-%20bebek_cocuk_ergen_izlem_protokolleri.pdf Tunçel, E. K., Dündar, C., & Pekşen, Y. (2005). Ebelerin anne sütü ile ilgili bilgi ve uygulamalarının değerlendirilmesi. Kocatepe Tıp Dergisi, 6(1), 43-48.Orhon, F. Ş. (2020). A look at the expanded immunization program from all aspects. Osmangazi Medical Journal, 6-14. Bulduk, K. D., & Güneş, G. (2023). COMMUNITY IMMUNITY AND PUBLIC IMMUNIFICATION. ESTUDAM Public Health Journal, 8(1), 97-104. Ok, Ş., Pehlivan, E., & Geçkil, E. (2004). Immunization status of 12-month-old babies in Malatya city center. |
| 6 | Women's and Reproductive Health | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore; 2025. Midwifery and Community Health. Editors: Melek Gülsün Özentürk, Ummahan Yücel, Reci Meseri. Ankara Nobel Medical Bookstores. 2019, Ankara (p. 422-427). Öztaş, Ö., Artantaş, A. B., Tetik, B. K., Yalçıntaş, A., Üstü, Y., & Uğurlu, M. (2015). Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviors of Married Women in the 18-49 Age Group About Reproductive Health and Contraception. Midwifery and Community Health. Editors: Melek Gülsün Özentürk, Ummahan Yücel, Reci Meseri. Ankara Nobel Medical Bookstores. 2019, Ankara (173-185) Yağmur, Y., & Aytekin, S. (2018). Reproductive health problems of refugee women and solution suggestions. Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Nursing Journal e-Journal, 11(1), 56-60. |
| 7 | Maternal Health | Fışkın Siyahtaş, G., & Kurnaz, D. (Eds.). (2025). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores. United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF). (2012). Analysis of the Situation of Children and Youth Population in Türkiye. Retrieved from http://unicef.deparyazilim.com/files/bilgimerkezi/doc/sitan-tur-final-2012.pdf Özentürk, M. G., Yücel, U., & Meseri, R. (Eds.). (2019). Midwifery and Community Health. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores. |
| 8 | Child Health | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores; 2025. UNICEF. Analysis of the Situation of Children and Youth Population in Türkiye. 2012. Available at: http://unicef.deparyazilim.com/files/bilgimerkezi/doc/sitan-tur-final-2012.pdf Özentürk MG, Yücel U, Meseri R (Eds.). Midwifery and Community Health. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores; 2019. |
| 9 | Adolescent and Elderly Health | Fışkın Siyahtaş, G., & Kurnaz, D. (Eds.). (2025). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstores. Altay, M., Cabar, H. D., & Altay, B. (2018). Nutrition and school health in adolescent children. Sinop University Journal of Social Sciences, 2(1), 173-180. Sağlam, H. Y., & Yiğit, D. (Eds.). (2025). Adolescent Health. Ankara: Akademisyen Publishing House. Çöl, M. (2025). Elderly health. Community & Physician (Toplum ve Hekim), 40(1), 3. |
| 10 | Communicable Diseases | Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Health. Infant, Child and Adolescent Follow-up Protocols [Internet]. Available from: http://www.istanbulhalksagligi.gov.tr/data/content/cekush_dosyalar/12-%20bebek_cocuk_ergen_izlem_protokolleri.pdf Tunçel EK, Dündar C, Pekşen Y. Evaluation of Midwives’ Knowledge and Practices Regarding Breastfeeding. Kocatepe Medical Journal. 2005;6(1):43-48. Orhon FŞ. A Comprehensive Overview of the Expanded Programme on Immunization. Osmangazi Medical Journal. 2020:6-14. Bulduk KD, Güneş G. Herd Immunity and Immunization of the Public. ESTUDAM Journal of Public Health. 2023;8(1):97-104. Ok Ş, Pehlivan E, Geçkil E. Immunization Status of 12-Month-Old Infants in the City Center of Malatya. [Article title translated]. |
| 11 | Chronic Diseases and Preventive Health | Fışkın Siyahtaş G, Kurnaz D (Eds.). Public Health Midwifery. Ankara: Nobel Medical Bookstore; 2025.Health Promotion and Disease Prevention: Nurses’ Role Thornton ER. (2025). Research & Reviews: Journal of Nursing & Health Sciences. Preventive Health: Diverse Strategies, Better Outcomes Reddy A. (2025). Journal of Community & Public Health Nursing. |
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Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PQ-1. Has the knowledge and skills to provide holistic, culturally sensitive care to women, newborns, children, and families. | X | |||||
| 2 | PQ-2. Has the knowledge and skills to perform assessments and deliver services aimed at protecting, maintaining, and promoting health. | X | |||||
| 3 | PQ-3. Provides a safe environment throughout pregnancy, labor, and birth; manages high-risk and emergency situations, and conducts childbirth independently. | X | |||||
| 4 | PQ-4. Provides qualified care to support adaptation of women, newborns, and families in the postpartum period. | X | |||||
| 5 | PQ-5. Has the knowledge and skills to deliver individualized care in cases of pregnancy termination or loss, adhering to national laws, regulations, and procedures | X | |||||
| 6 | PQ-6. Conducts practices in compliance with relevant legislation, professional ethics, principles, and standards. | X | |||||
| 7 | PQ-7. Performs practices in a culturally sensitive manner, guided by current scientific evidence, technological developments, and health policies. | X | |||||
| 8 | PQ-8. Participates in research, education, and projects relevant to midwifery, and actively contributes to translating outcomes into practice. | X | |||||
| 9 | PQ-9. Participates in activities aimed at supporting women in the field of midwifery practice, providing leadership and consultancy. | X | |||||
| 10 | PQ-10. Works effectively in communication and collaboration with healthcare teams and other disciplines. | X | |||||
| 11 | PQ-11. Adopts a lifelong learning approach, remains open to development, and demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills. | X | |||||
| 12 | PQ-12. Has sufficient proficiency in English to follow current literature and effectively communicate with professional colleagues. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |