Bachelor of Midwifery

Southern Cross University

Australia, Lismore

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Southern Cross University

Australia , Lismore

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

078636G

Credit point

288 Points

Campuses

Gold Coast

Coffs Harbour

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesFebruary-2024

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 30,832 / year

Next Intake February-2024

Bachelor of Midwifery

About

The Bachelor of Midwifery prepares you for entry to professional midwifery practice. You will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to provide quality, woman-centred care through safe and effective midwifery practice in accordance with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council standards for practice.

Study areas include anatomy and physiology, midwifery theory and practice, primary healthcare, perinatal mental health, care during preconception, pregnancy, labour and birth, and early parenting.

Graduates will be equipped to work in multi-disciplinary teams and in partnership with women to contribute to healthier outcomes for mother and baby.

Graduates of this degree will be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and practice as a Registered Midwife across a range of settings.

Key information to be aware of prior to enrolling:

Admission requirements including English language proficiency
Requirements for placement in health practice settings
Inherent requirements: the abilities required to complete the degree
Registration with the NMBA.

Course Learning Outcome
GA1: Intellectual rigour Demonstrate woman centred care acknowledging the physiological, psychological, spiritual and cultural needs of women and their families during the child birthing journey
GA2: Creativity Provide safe, evidence-based and ethical woman-centred continuity of care supporting and advocating women's decision-making in their care within the socio-political context. Apply knowledge, skills and creativity for problem solving, clinical reasoning, and self reflection for professional practice as a midwife.
GA3: Ethical practice Meet and adhere to relevant national professional, ethical and legal standards to ensure safe, competent and ethical midwifery care using the relevant NMBA frameworks.
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Critically review the theory and practice of contemporary midwifery care within dynamic professional, culturally diverse, national and global in a primary healthcare contexts.
GA5: Lifelong learning Develop academic, digital technology and research skills for contribution to scholarship for ongoing professional inquiry and evidence-based midwifery practice/leadership.
GA6: Communication and social skills Consult, collaborate and communicate respectfully with the woman as an active participant in her care and other members of the healthcare team to provide quality outcomes for women and their babies
GA7: Cultural competence Integrate an understanding and respect for the diverse cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People into culturally appropriate care for women, their babies, families and their communities.

Course Learning Outcome

GA1: Intellectual rigour

Demonstrate woman centred care acknowledging the physiological, psychological, spiritual and cultural needs of women and their families during the child birthing journey

GA2: Creativity

Provide safe, evidence-based and ethical woman-centred continuity of care supporting and advocating women's decision-making in their care within the socio-political context.

Apply knowledge, skills and creativity for problem solving, clinical reasoning, and self reflection for professional practice as a midwife.

GA3: Ethical practice

Meet and adhere to relevant national professional, ethical and legal standards to ensure safe, competent and ethical midwifery care using the relevant NMBA frameworks.

GA4: Knowledge of a discipline

Critically review the theory and practice of contemporary midwifery care within dynamic professional, culturally diverse, national and global in a primary healthcare contexts.

GA5: Lifelong learning

Develop academic, digital technology and research skills for contribution to scholarship for ongoing professional inquiry and evidence-based midwifery practice/leadership.

GA6: Communication and social skills

Consult, collaborate and communicate respectfully with the woman as an active participant in her care and other members of the healthcare team to provide quality outcomes for women and their babies

GA7: Cultural competence

Integrate an understanding and respect for the diverse cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People into culturally appropriate care for women, their babies, families and their communities.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Middle Eastern Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Career

Potential occupations

Midwives are responsible for the care of women and babies during the child-birthing journey and early parenting. Graduates of the Bachelor of Midwifery course are highly sought after by industry partners and are successfully employed in all areas of midwifery.

Registered midwives are employed in various settings such as midwifery group practice, in public and private hospitals and community, maternity, and neonatal health care settings in urban, rural and remote areas. There are numerous opportunities for career progression such as clinical midwifery consultants, midwifery educators, midwifery unit managers, community midwives, researchers, and as independent midwives (with further training).

Upon completion of this course, graduates are eligible for graduate year placement opportunities in any Australian state and in New Zealand.

Professional accreditation

The Bachelor of Midwifery is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and provides the necessary academic qualification for eligibility as a Registered Midwife in Australia.

As a midwifery student, it is important to be aware of the registration standards required by the NMBA. See the details on the NMBA website.

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Midwifery will be registered by Southern Cross University with NMBA as an enrolled student and will remain registered for the duration of study. Please see the AHPRA website for more details.

Graduating students will have the necessary qualification to be eligible to register and practise as a midwife in Australia. Further training may be required to practice in other countries or to work as a privately practising midwife.

Please note: In order to register to practice, the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency [AHPRA] standards for English language must be met. See the website for further information.

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is responsible for the registration and accreditation of various health professions in Australia. If you are enrolled in a course to enter one of these professions, we will provide AHPRA with your details for student registration.

You do not need to apply or pay for your student registration. We will provide all the required information to AHPRA directly. You can find more information about AHPRA student registration and what we are required to report to AHPRA on their website.

Please be aware that as part of the registration process, AHPRA will collect your personal information (including your USI). AHPRA's Privacy Policy explains how you may access and seek correction of your personal information held by AHPRA; complain to AHPRA about a breach of your privacy; and how a complaint will be dealt with. AHPRA's Privacy Policy can be accessed on AHPRA's Privacy webpage.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 30,832 / year

How to Apply

Choose

International students can choose from the list of courses available to students wanting to apply for a visa to study in Australia. Consider:

Major areas of study
Location and teaching sessions
Professional placements and internships
Academic and English language requirements

Online courses are not available to international students wanting to study full-time in Australia.

Apply

Where your application is sent will depend on the country you are from and the campus you choose.

Education Agents - View the list of countries that require the help of an Education Agent to apply.
Apply Online - Use our Online Application and complete the required details, and where required, attached documentation.

Direct Application

Apply online and attach all supporting documents to avoid delays, including:

Certified copy of academic transcripts (including grading system).
English language test results (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL or other).
Academic or employer references (if required).
Advanced Standing application (if relevant).

Advanced Standing refers to previous study or work experience, which may reduce time off the duration of the degree. Please remember to apply for advanced standing at the time you apply, as the credit will determine the study plan.

Southern Cross University recommends your application is received at least three months before you intend to start your study.

Assessing your application

Your application will be acknowledged by Southern Cross University or an approved Education Agent upon receipt (and you will be notified of the outcome within ten days directly)*.

If you are successful, an International Offer Package will be emailed, giving details of what is required to accept your offer. If you are not successful, alternatives may be offered.

The International Offer Package includes the Offer of Admission, Information for Accepting Your Offer, and Offer Acceptance Agreement.

* This time period relates to complete applications for the immediate study period.