Federation University
Graduate Diploma of Midwifery
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Graduate Diploma of Midwifery is an innovative program with a strong regional focus. This program is designed to prepare you with the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills necessary to practice midwifery in a multidisciplinary context and in a variety of settings.
Skills for evaluating evidence for best midwifery practice, as well as for development of self, others and the profession, are also features of the program. You will be exposed to a wide variety of perspectives and environments in order to help develop the ability to think critically about the role of the midwife in the maternity care setting.
On successful completion of this program you will be eligible to apply for registration as a midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
Full-time students are required to complete a minimum of 360 hours of clinical placement per semester, this may be as a block of full-time placement or flexible placement of 2-3 shifts per week. Part-time students will complete a minimum of 200 hours of placement per semester in year 1, and 160 hours per semester in year 2.- Mount Helen, Ballarat
- Northways Rd, Churchill
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Applicants for this program will need to meet the following criteria.
- Applicants must be a Registered nurse currently on the AHPRA register with a Bachelor of Nursing qualification, and at least one year's recent post-registration acute medical/surgical nursing experience.
- Applicants must be a Registered midwife currently on the AHPRA register and who meet the Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia recency of practice registration standard.
All applicants must supply the following documents in their application:
- Evidence of prior studies
- Complete and submit the Essential Requirements form
- CV/resume: demonstrating 12 months full-time equivalent post-registration acute medical/surgical nursing experience within the past five years.
- Letter of employment or clinical support (if applicable)
You will be required to undertake a police check (renewed annually) and a Working With Children Check (renewed every five years). This will be required to be presented to an authorised staff member of a healthcare organisation.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Career opportunities
The Graduate Diploma of Midwifery will prepare you for the following roles.
Clinical Midwifery Specialist
A Clinical Midwifery Specialist provides advanced care to expectant mothers throughout pregnancy, labour, and the postpartum period. You may work i...
Midwifery Educator
A Midwifery Educator trains and mentors future midwives, providing both theoretical and practical knowledge in a clinical or academic setting. You...
Midwife
A Midwife is a nurse with special training in treating pregnant women and babies. You might support women during their pregnancy and assist in the...
Nurse Midwife
A Nurse Midwife provides care and support to women throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period. You might work in hospitals, birthin...
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