Dress Code / Uniform Policy

You should present yourself at all times in accordance with your professional (student) status and be aware of the need to generate and maintain confidence in users of the health services and in the public.  Changing facilities are provided within the hospitals you will be placed at; therefore, there should be no necessity for you to travel in your uniform.

The University will provide you with identification and name badges. Name badges must be always worn visibly. University identification badges should be carried and produced upon request.

You will be provided with a student midwife uniform which you will be required to always wear during duty hours. 

A professional standard of dress is expected; jewellery, nail varnish and heavy make-up are not acceptable. It is the responsibility of each student to comply with the uniform policy / dress code of each NHS Trust and institution. You are expected to be compliant with any Trust Policy regarding wearing of uniform on practice placement. Your hair must be always above your collar whilst on placement.

Personal hygiene must be of a standard which does not cause offence to others. In consideration of the work being undertaken you have a responsibility to ensure that you do not put yourself or others at risk by the clothing or adornments you wear. Students should also comply with the Department of Health's position on 'Bare Below the Elbow’, details can be found here.