Graduate Certificate in Midwifery Prescribing and Primary Care

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree or approved equivalent, current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Midwife

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SATAC

GCMIDPPC

Duration

1 year (part-time)

Delivery mode

Online

Availability

Part-time

Start dates

March

Annual indicative fees (2025) ^

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available.
About these fees.

SATAC

GCMIDPPC

Duration

1 year (part-time)

Delivery mode

Online

Availability

Part-time

Start dates

March

Annual indicative fees (2025)

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available.
About these fees.

^Government subsidies enable Flinders to offer Domestic applicants a reduction of up to 80% off full course fees through Commonwealth Supported Places. Offer subject to change.

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Advance Your Midwifery Practice.

The Graduate Certificate in Midwifery Prescribing and Primary Care equips midwives with the advanced knowledge and skills to provide safe, evidence-based prescribing and expand their scope of practice. This nationally accredited program* responds to the growing demand for midwives who can deliver holistic, culturally safe, woman-centred care across hospital and community settings.

Expand your career opportunities as a midwife.

Midwives with advanced skills in prescribing and primary care are well placed to broaden their career opportunities and meet the growing demand across the health sector. Graduates of this certificate are prepared for roles in both public and private settings, where midwives remain highly sought after.

Salary

$90 - 105K

typical salary in Australia

Job opportunities

1,708

in Australia, 2025

Midwife

Midwives are primary health care providers who deliver comprehensive, woman-centred care across the continuum of pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period. They conduct pre-pregnancy consultations, antenatal assessments, labour and birthing care, and ongoing postnatal support for women / birthing partners and their families.

They monitor the health and wellbeing of both mother and baby, provide first-line primary care during labour and birth, and deliver essential follow-up care after birth. They also offer education and advice on newborn care, breastfeeding, contraception, and family planning, ensuring a safe, positive, and holistic experience for women and families.

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Private practice midwife

Offers midwifery services in a private practice setting, providing individualised continuity of care to pregnant and birthing people.

Midwifery group practice member 

Works as part of a midwifery group practice, delivering comprehensive relationship-based care to women throughout their pregnancy and childbirth journey. 

With further postgraduate study and work experience, careers could include:

Endorsed midwife
Midwifery educator
Clinical midwife specialist
Midwifery researcher
Midwifery consultant
Director of midwifery services
Midwifery unit manager
Midwifery policy advisor

What will you study to start your career in midwifery and primary care?

Study core topics in prescribing, primary care and midwifery practice.

Program of study

Advance your clinical skills with focused coursework in prescribing, diagnostics, and midwifery-led primary care. Designed to meet Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia requirements.

1 Year Part-time - Core topics

Designed for registered midwives in Australia, this course blends theory and practice to support prescribing endorsement, professional growth and leadership in primary maternity care. Flexible delivery lets you study alongside clinical practice, guided by experienced educators and interdisciplinary experts. Graduates will be equipped to deliver comprehensive care, work collaboratively with health professionals, and strengthen access to midwifery-led services across Australia.

Your first year might include the following topics. For exact topic information, visit the course Handbook.

Developed in consultation with industry leaders, the program focuses on*:

Prescribing and pharmacology – safe and effective use of medicines within the midwifery scope of practice.
Investigations and diagnostics – ordering and interpreting results to inform clinical decision-making.
Midwifery models of care – exploring innovative, continuity-based and community-driven models.
Perinatal and infant mental health – understanding the impact of maternal wellbeing on families and early development.

_{*Topics may be subject to change.}

Accreditation or Professional Recognition

The Graduate Certificate in Midwifery Prescribing and Primary Care at Flinders University is designed to meet the educational requirements for midwives seeking endorsement to prescribe scheduled medicines with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia*.

Endorsed Midwives in Australia hold prescribing rights for certain scheduled medicines, can order pathology and diagnostic tests, and have access to Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) and Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) items, enabling women to receive midwifery-led care that is accessible, affordable, and integrated within the primary health care system

*Pending approval from the NMBA

11.1%
Employment Growth, Midwives

^{Jobs and Skills Australia employment projections for the five years to 2029}

Health Care and Social Assistance is Australia’s largest industry
and is projected to have strong employment growth through to May 2033

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Entry requirements

Additional entry requirements

Applicants must normally hold a Bachelor degree or equivalent qualification from an approved institution. Applicants must also hold a current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Midwife.

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GCMIDPPC (Online)

Flinders students can apply to transfer to this course internally. Visit: www.flinders.edu.au/internaltransfer for more information.

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Who is eligible to apply?

Applicants must be registered midwives with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and hold a Bachelor degree or equivalent from an approved institution.

Is the course offered full-time or part-time?

The course is offered part-time only.

Can I use this qualification to become an endorsed prescriber?

Yes, by completing the required topics and being a registered midwife without restrictions or notations, the course meets part of the educational requirements for endorsement for prescribing scheduled medicines via the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

What additional skills will I develop when undertaking this course?

You will build advanced knowledge in pharmacology, diagnostics, perinatal mental health and midwifery models of care. The course also develops critical analysis, leadership, and collaboration skills to support expanded scope of practice and midwifery-led primary care.

Is the course available for international students?

No. This program is designed for registered midwives in Australia and requires current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Is there a placement or other practical requirements?

There is no formal placement. However, you must be a practising midwife, as the course is designed to be undertaken alongside your clinical work and draws on your professional practice to meet learning outcomes.

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Graduate Certificate in
Midwifery Prescribing and Primary Care

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This course is not available to International students.

Advance Your Midwifery Practice.