Midwifery

midwife and babyWhy study Midwifery?

Midwives are highly specialised practitioners and focus on supervision, care and advice to women during pregnancy, childbirth and the postnatal period. Our program leads to registration as a Division 1 Nurse and endorsement to practice as a midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

La Trobe’s Nursing & Midwifery Clinical School Model

Career opportunities

Midwives have excellent employment prospects in Australia and overseas. Areas include health counselling and education for women, their families and community; preparation for parenthood and infant care. Midwives are also found in education and government.

Courses

Local students

2013

Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery

Duration :
4 years full-time
Semester starts :
Semester 1 (March)
Campus/ATAR:
Melbourne 81.05
Year
2013
Course description
This course is designed to prepare graduates for practical roles in a broad range of healthcare settings, with a specific emphasis on midwifery and nursing. It leads to registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1), and Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) endorsement to practise as a midwife.
Prerequisite
VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in English (any).
Year 12 and non-year 12 extra requirements
Non-Year 12 selection may be based on ATAR, VTAC Personal History online, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.

For more detailed selection information visit www.latrobe.edu.au/nursing/HowToApply

Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.

For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page.
Middle band
Re-ranking is based on Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria.
Costs
Students should allow approximately AUD$300 for a uniform and equipment. Students can purchase these items from any supplier; they remain students' personal property. In addition, students must obtain a National Police Certificate - AUD$15.50, immunisations - AUD$250-470, and a First Aid II Certificate - AUD$160. All prices are approximate. Students need to complete the First Aid Level II Certificate course which is not conducted by La Trobe University. Clinical placements may incur accommodation and travel costs, and these will vary depending on the venue. Costs are subject to change.
Additional information
All applicants must be aware of the physical components and location requirements of the course. Applicants with a disability, medical condition or other concerns that may affect their potential participation should contact the School on (03) 9479 5950 to discuss any possible course modifications.

This course has a clinical component. For further information, please visit the Health Sciences website.
How to apply
VTAC
Professional recognition
Graduates seeking registration must apply with the NMBA and meet the Board's registration standards. For more information, please visit the NMBA website. Please note the NMBA has set an English Language Skills standard. After registration, graduates may be eligible for registration in other countries as well as membership of the Royal College of Nursing Australia.
Full course details
Nursing/MidwiferyMelbourne

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Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.

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Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

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Your study experience

Alternative pathways

If you have completed a Bachelor of Nursing and have at least one- year’s experience, you may apply for the Postgraduate Diploma of Midwifery (see the postgraduate coursework section for more details).

Midwifery placements

Our courses include a number of placements in our clinical schools based at major Victorian health care facilities. See clinical schools.

Overseas study opportunities

You may be eligible for our student exchange program.

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About the academic staff

You'll get to meet a large number of academics during your course, from tutors through to lecturers. You can view all the staff from the Faculty of Health Sciences or focus on staff in Midwifery.

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