ICTQual Level 3 Award in Pregnancy Care

This qualification develops foundational knowledge and practical understanding of pregnancy care within health and social care environments, supporting safe maternal and antenatal practice.

• ICTQual AB accredited Level 3 qualification

• Focus on antenatal and maternal care principles

• Evidence-based learning aligned with healthcare standards

• Suitable for healthcare support roles and learners

• Structured mandatory unit-based curriculum

• Supports progression into maternal health studies

The ICTQual Level 3 Award in Pregnancy Care is designed to introduce learners to the essential principles of maternal health, antenatal care, and safe pregnancy support practices. It provides structured knowledge of physiological, emotional, and clinical aspects of pregnancy care within healthcare environments.

• Understanding stages of pregnancy and fetal development

• Supporting maternal health and wellbeing during pregnancy

• Recognising common pregnancy-related health conditions

• Promoting safe antenatal care practices

• Understanding nutrition and lifestyle in pregnancy

• Applying ethical and professional care principles

This course equips learners with essential knowledge and understanding of pregnancy care, maternal health support, and antenatal wellbeing practices.

• Understand anatomy and physiology related to pregnancy

• Explain stages of fetal development and maternal changes

• Identify nutritional requirements during pregnancy

• Recognise common complications in pregnancy care

• Understand principles of antenatal monitoring and support

• Apply safe and ethical practices in maternal care settings

This qualification is suitable for learners interested in healthcare, maternity support, or foundational maternal and child health roles.

• Aspiring maternity support workers

• Healthcare assistants in maternal settings

• Community health and care workers

• Students entering nursing or midwifery pathways

• Childcare and early years practitioners

• Individuals seeking maternal health knowledge

This qualification is accessible to learners with basic educational ability and interest in healthcare or maternal support roles. No prior clinical experience is mandatory.

• Minimum age of 16 years or above recommended

• Basic literacy and communication skills in English

Assessment is designed to evaluate both theoretical understanding and applied knowledge of pregnancy care principles in line with ICTQual standards.

• Written theoretical assessments

• Coursework or assignment-based evaluation

• Case study analysis tasks

• Internal centre-based assessments

This qualification supports progression into higher-level study and entry-level healthcare and maternity support roles within clinical and community settings.

• ICTQual Level 4 qualifications in health or social care

• Diplomas in maternal and child health or nursing pathways

• Roles in maternity support or healthcare assistance

• Further training in midwifery or community health support