Graduate Diploma in Midwifery Practice

Program Overview

This program prepares registered nurses for registration as midwives in Australia. Students complete clinical placements at ECU's partner hospitals and provide continuity of care to at least ten women throughout their pregnancies. Graduates are eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, a requirement for employment as a midwife.

Program Outline

Outline:

• This course prepares registered nurses for registration as a midwife in Australia.
• Students complete practical clinical placements at ECU's partner hospitals, and will also have the opportunity to provide continuity of care with at least ten women throughout their pregnancy.
• Year 1 - Semester 1
• MID6105 Theory for Midwifery Care 1 (10 credit points)
• MIP6101 Midwifery Clinical Practice 1 (10 credit points)
• MNP6101 Evidence-based Practice and Research Design (20 credit points)
• Year 1 - Semester 2
• MID6106 Theory for Midwifery Care 2 (10 credit points)
• MIP6102 Midwifery Clinical Practice 2 (10 credit points)
• MIT6203 Midwifery Therapeutics (20 credit points)
• Year 2 - Semester 1
• MID6107 High Dependency Care During Childbirth (10 credit points)
• MIP6103 Midwifery Clinical Practice 3 (10 credit points)
• MID6104 Midwifery Cultural Studies (20 credit points)

Careers:

• Graduates of this course will be eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Registration with NMBA is a requirement for a position as a midwife.
• Possible future job titles: Midwife