La Trobe University
Graduate Diploma of Midwifery
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationIf you're a registered nurse with a passion for helping new parents safely navigate pregnancy, birth and early parenthood, fast-track your entry to midwifery practice with La Trobe's Graduate Diploma in Midwifery.
Our flexible 12-month course focuses on contemporary issues in Australian midwifery practice by combining lectures, workshops, labs and simulations with hands-on clinical placements in some of Melbourne and regional Victoria's most respected maternity services.
Delivery mode
La Trobe University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Plenty Road, Bundoora, Melbourne
- Edwards Road, Flora Hill, Bendigo
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent). (Applicants who have become registered nurses via a hospital education pathway may have this requirement waived.)
- At least one year's post-registration acute medical/surgical nursing experience. (Exceptions can be made to course admission processes in terms of years of acute experience as a Registered Nurse with thorough evaluation of particular circumstances in conjunction with support from the MPE placement provider. Eg: applicants who have completed their nursing degree via an Enrolled Nurse pathway with 12 months of experience as an Enrolled Nurse in an acute setting.)
- Applicants must have current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Applicants with industry experience will also be considered.
Course fees
$29,400
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$29,400
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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...
Community Midwife
A Community Midwife provides personalised care to pregnant women and new mothers in their homes or local community settings. You’ll offer support t...
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...
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