Eligibility

You can apply to 2024 MidStart if you are:

• an Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident (New Zealand citizens residing in Australia who hold a current Special Category Visa are considered to have permanent resident status)
• a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia at the time of application.

Check your eligibility

University enrolment

University enrolment to undertake midwifery studies is a separate process to MidStart.

Enrolment procedures and timelines vary between the six partnering universities who offer an approved postgraduate midwifery program:

• Australian Catholic University
• Charles Sturt University
• University of Newcastle
• The University of Notre Dame Australia
• University of Technology Sydney
• Western Sydney University

Choosing your training and study location

A range of employment options are available across facilities in metropolitan, regional, rural and remote settings.

Working in rural or regional NSW has many personal and professional benefits:

• become part of a small community
• enjoy a slower pace of life
• reduce your commute time
• gain more hands-on experience
• fast-track your career.

Some LHDs or hospitals may have partnerships with specific universities and training in rural hospitals may include rotation to larger facilities. Research your options in advance by visiting midwifery careers in each local health district.

Visit Imagine Rural to find out more about working in rural and regional NSW.

Enquiries

For eligibility enquiries email MOH-Midwifery@health.nsw.gov.au or call 1800 330 933.

For online application technical assistance, contact the Customer Experience Team on 1300 679 367 (Option 3).

For enquiries about training locations, intakes and interview information contact a LHD MidStart Coordinator.