I asked them....

"Since it is part of the NMC code of professional conduct to take part in the education and development of others entering the profession, do you get many qualified midwives with a real drive towards mentoring students? How many experience problems with mentors who don't wish to mentor? How do mentors feel about students taking deliveries and providing care for "their ladies"?"

"As there course is obviously very full on and stressful, how does the drop out rate relate to this?"

"How many of last years third year students received jobs after they qualified?"

"Could you tell me a little about the dissertation/Research and viva module in third year"

"How is the university and their staff involved in research in the area of midwifery and the maternity services? nationwide/local research?"

"Is there anything else you suggest I should read up on/would interest me between now and when the course is due to start?"

God I think I was a pain in the ass!!!

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