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Nursing: Midwifery (HDip)
Course Overview
The 18-month Higher Diploma in Midwifery is for registered nurses who wish to pursue a career in midwifery. The programme builds on students’ prior professional, academic and personal experiences. Following successful completion of the programme, students are competent to fulfil the role of the midwife as outlined by the International Confederation of Midwives and are eligible to apply to register as a midwife with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).Applications and Selections
Who Teaches this Course
- Miriam Brennan
- Anne Fallon
- Deirdre Van der Putten
- Prof Declan Devane
- Dr Mary O'Hara
- Dr Linda Biesty
- Sally Millar
- Samantha Moroney
Requirements and Assessment
Key Facts
Entry Requirements
Additional Requirements
Duration
18 months, full-time
Next start date
September 2019
A Level Grades ()
Average intake
17
Closing Date
Advertisement for the course commences approx 6 months in advance of start date, in national & local newspapers & the HSE website.
Next start date
September 2019
NFQ level
Mode of study
Taught
ECTS weighting
150
Award
CAO
PAC code
N/A
Course Outline
- Application of the Biological Sciences to Midwifery
- Normal Midwifery Care I & II
- Using Research in Midwifery Practice
- Social Sciences (Sociology and Psychology)
- Care of the Woman at Risk I & II
- Clinical Practice I & II
- Practice Assessment
- The Neonate Requiring Special Care
- Issues in Midwifery Practice and Women’s Health
Why Choose This Course?
Career Opportunities
Who’s Suited to This Course
Learning Outcomes
Work Placement
Study Abroad
Related Student Organisations
Course Fees
Fees: EU
Fees: Tuition
Fees: Student levy
Fees: Non EU
Find out More
T +353 91 495 601
E anne.fallon@nuigalway.ie
www.nuigalway.ie/nursing.midwifery/
www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs/Nursing/NRS0495.html