Bachelor of Midwifery

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Subject area

Midwifery

Qualification

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Entry requirements

Academic Requirements New Zealand University Entrance - NCEA Level 3 consisting of: 60 credits at Level 3 including: * a minimum of 18 credits at Level 3 in biology, chemistry, or physics * a minimum of 16 credits at Level 3 in an English language richsubject (such as English, history, art history, classics, geography, economics, or media studies) * a further 16 credits at Level 3 or higher in two other subjects from the list of approved subjects* and 20 credits at Level 2 including: * a minimum of 16 credits in biology * a further 16 credits in chemistry or physics * 16 credits in another level 2 subject and * Literacy* - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading, 5 credits inwriting and * Numeracy* - 10 credits at Level 1 or above (specified achievement standards, or unit standards 26623, 26626, 26627). OR New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) Ara Pre Health Pathway or equivalent Note: Students who have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge examination) should contact Ara for requirements. * NZQA approved subjects: see http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications_standards/awards/university-entrance Alternative * Applicants who are unable to provide evidence that they meet Academic Requirements, but who can demonstrate acquired skills for tertiary study gained through study and work experience, may be approved for alternative entry. This may include Recognition of Prior Learning. Contact Ara for advice. * Registered nurses or other registered health practitioners must hold registration with the relevant regulatory authority in New Zealand. A Certificate of Good Standing is required from the relevant regulatory authority. Additional Requirements * Personal statement outlining your understanding of the role of midwife and describe why you want to be a midwife. Consent to Disclosure of Information Successful applicants will be required to complete a New Zealand Police Consent to Disclosure of Information form. The form will be sent by Ara to the Police Licensing and Vetting Service and returned in confidence to the Head of Midwifery. Information on the NZ Police Vetting Service is available from the New Zealand Police website. * Disclose of any health or learning issues which may affect the applicant's ability to meet the academic and/or practical requirements of the programme. * In order to participate in the clinical components of the programme, it is expected the applicant meets all relevant Health Authority requirements which may include providing evidence of immunity to nominated diseases. * Provide evidence of good character and personal attributes via two referee reports. Additional Information Before the commencement of the programme the applicant will need to * Provide a copy of a valid first aid certificate with evidence that this course is of at least eight hours in length and includes NZQF unit standards 6401 and 6402. * Hold a current Class 1 Driver Licence * Have basic computer skills. * An interview may be required. English Applicants for whom English is not their first language may also be required to provide evidence of English language skills as listed below. * IELTS 7.0 Academic (no lower than 7.0 in listening and speaking subtests and 6.5 in reading and writing). The IELTS 'One Skill Retake' is available where the applicant meets certain requirements, and the retake must occur within 60 days of the original test. Only one retake can be completed for each full IELTS test. The Midwifery Council of New Zealand accepts the OET test (with passes at A or B level in the four areas) as an alternative to IELTS. Applicants wanting an exception must contact the Midwifery Council as Ara does not have the authority to grant an exception. Note: The English Language requirements for this programme are higher than the minimum set by NZQA, therefore; applicants who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance may be required to provide evidence of English Language skills.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The aim of the Bachelor of Midwifery programme is to develop high quality graduates who are able to practise across the Midwifery Scope of Practice and meet the Competencies for Entry to the Register of Midwives.