Eligibility

You can apply to 2023 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 NSW universities who offer an approved postgraduate midwifery program:

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

Contacts and links

MidStart Handbook 2023

MidStart Handbook

The 2023 MidStart Handbook is filled with useful information to help you navigate the application process.

Choosing your training and study location

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

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.

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