Dundalk Institute of Technology
Dundalk Institute of Technology

Higher Diploma in Midwifery

Dundalk Institute of Technology, Ireland

Course Overview

Upon the successful conclusion of this program, you gain the privilege of registering as a certified midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). The curriculum places a strong emphasis on student-centered, practical learning, motivating students to connect midwifery theory with its practical applications. Enrolled individuals in this program experience the advantages of smaller class sizes and personalized interaction with instructors. Additionally, students in this program serve as salaried employees of the Health Service Executive (HSE), maintaining their existing position on the staff nurse salary scale upon entering the program. Furthermore, incremental credit, if applicable, is granted throughout the program.

Course Type
PG DIPLOMA
Course Nature
Full Time
Course Duration
1 Year
Total Fee
€10950
Intake
Language Proficiency

The HSE has identified that applicants must:

  • Be registered in the General Division of the Register of Nurses maintained by Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) or entitled to be so registered
  • Have a minimum of 6 months post registration experience as an RGN within the past 3 years, working a minimum of 78 hours per month

Documents Required
  • 10TH
  • 12TH
  • PASSPORT
  • CV
  • IELTS
  • SOP
University
Dundalk Institute of Technology
University Details


Syllabus

The programme is normally divided into three semesters with a combination of theoretical and clinical modules being provided each semester. 

Modules taught on the programme include:

Semester 1

  • HDip The Profession of Midwifery
  • HDip Midwifery Practice 1
  • HDip Midwifery and Women’s Health
  • HDip Clinical 1

Semester 2

  • HDip Midwifery Practice 2
  • HDip The Healthy Neonate
  • HDip Sensitive Midwifery
  • HDip Clinical 2

Semester 3

  • HDip Midwifery Practice 3
  • HDip The Complex Neonate
  • HDip Developing the Profession of Midwifery
  • HDip Clinical 3

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