The United Kingdom leads the European midwifery graduates market with a substantial share, while Poland and France follow. Most noteworthy trends in 2023 include strong growth in Hungary, Bulgaria, and Austria. In comparison, Belgium and Croatia saw a decline. Prospective graduates should note the rising numbers in Serbia and Norway, contrasted by declines in the Netherlands, Slovakia, and others. Despite fluctuations, overall numbers have exhibited consistent growth.
Future trends to observe include:
- Potential for further growth in emerging markets such as Hungary and Bulgaria.
- The United Kingdom's ongoing leadership, potentially being challenged.
- Impacts of healthcare policies on midwife education in key countries.
- Technological advancements affecting training and qualification requirements.
Top countries in Number of Midwives Graduates Share by Country (Units (Health Graduates))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 23.71 | 2023 | +2.35% | +2.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 15.23 | 2023 | +0.8% | +0.55% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9.09 | 2023 | +0.78% | +0.59% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 6.57 | 2023 | +0.31% | +0.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6.41 | 2023 | +0.95% | -4.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 5.41 | 2023 | +6.9% | -1.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 3.9 | 2023 | +1.84% | +1.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 3.7 | 2023 | +0.82% | -0.27% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 3.14 | 2023 | 0% | +4.45% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 2.48 | 2023 | +5.96% | +6.24% | View data |
