This new Master of Advanced Health Care Practice provides health professionals with the opportunity to take the next step in expanding their careers.

This innovative new program will give medical practitioners, midwives, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, radiographers and radiation therapists, and policy makers the opportunity to gain a Masters level qualification that enhances their professional practice and provides the widest range of options for the future.

Advanced midwifery practice

Your qualification will be a Master of Advanced Midwifery Practice

The midwifery specialisation is designed to prepare you as the experienced midwife, registered in your country of origin, for senior management, education, professional and specialist leadership roles in a range of midwifery settings. You will examine philosophies around women-centred care and collaborative practice within a multidisciplinary team that will enhance your ability to provide leadership in the healthcare setting.

Entry level 1 - 1.5 years

• An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with a credit (60%) average; AND
• Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or equivalent accredited professional registration body; AND
• A minimum of two years equivalent full-time experience in a cognate discipline and evidence of current engagement in Clinical Practice in the area of specialisation.

Entry level 2 - 1 year

• An Australian undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with a credit (60%) average; OR
• An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with a credit (60%) average and submission of an extensive professional portfolio assessed by the Faculty; OR
• An Australian undergraduate degree (or equivalent) and a Graduate Diploma or Masters qualifying Degree in a cognate discipline, with a credit (60%) average in both qualifications; AND
• Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or equivalent accredited professional registration body; AND
• A minimum of two years equivalent full time experience in a cognate discipline and evidence of current engagement in Clinical Practice in area of specialisation.

PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO

ELIGIBILITY: For applicants who meet the entry criteria for Entry Level 1 (72 credit points) but not Entry Level 2 (48 credit points), a Professional Portfolio must be submitted.