Edel Clare

Senior Lecturer in Midwifery

I began my healthcare journey by studying Nursing at Kings College London, where I graduated with a qualification in adult nursing. I worked as an orthopaedic and trauma nurse in the city, where I had the opportunity to teach and mentor junior members of the team. As my skills developed, I also had the privilege of being a guest speaker at conferences, which fostered my love of teaching and learning. Mentoring students became one of my favourite roles as a Registered Nurse and Midwife. I studied a BSc in Midwifery at York University which was a great experience, York is a beautiful city with so much to offer.

I was inspired to return to academia as a Midwifery Lecturer at University of Bedfordshire because of the interdependence of clinical practice, research, and education in healthcare. This role allows me to continue making a positive impact on people's lives, but in a different way as an educator of future midwives.

Throughout my 25-year career as a Registered Midwife in both Urban and Rural settings, I continuously extended my clinical skills and qualifications in Research and Management. I was awarded a Fellowship through the AHSN to undertake my MSc studies in "Evidenced Based Healthcare" at Oxford University, where my research project focused on caring for women in the community who have sustained 1st and 2nd degree tears. I am thrilled to have secured the post of Lecturer in Midwifery (Education) at University of Bedfordshire, where I can continue to make a difference in the lives of both my students and their future patients.

Other References

Qualifications

Undertaking a PGCERT
MSc- Evidence Based Healthcare- University of Oxford
BSc- Midwifery -University of York
P2000- Nursing – Kings College London

Teaching Expertise

As a Midwifery Lecturer at University of Bedfordshire, my responsibilities include educating student midwives at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. I plan, manage, and lead lectures, tutorials, and seminars, as well as facilitate student-led groups to ensure that my students have a comprehensive understanding of the material.
In addition, I am the Course Co-ordinator for the BSc (Hons) Midwifery degree, which involves overseeing and coordinating the course content, structure, and delivery. I am also involved in the assessment of students, ensuring that the evaluation strategies are effective and that the learning outcomes are met.
To promote good relations between students, academia, and the clinical area, I visit students on placement and provide support and guidance to both the students and the clinical staff. Additionally, I act as a Personal Tutor and Link Lecturer, providing educational and pastoral support to students to ensure that they have the necessary resources and guidance to succeed in their studies.