International Medical University

Overview of Advanced Diploma in Midwifery in International Medical University Malaysia

The 1-year Full Time Advanced Diploma in Midwifery programme is designed to prepare
registered nurses who are keen to take up midwifery as a profession in their career pathway.
The programme is approved by the Midwifery Board Malaysia (MBM), Ministry of Higher
Education and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

Why Study Advanced Diploma in Midwifery at IMC?

•   The curriculum prepares you to be a safe, competent, critical thinking midwife to meet the needs of women during pregnancy, delivery, and postnatal period.
•   Experienced Academic Staff
•   Clinical Placements at Government Hospitals and Health Clinics

Midwifery Board Malaysia (MBM) Registration Examination

At the end of the one-year training, the students need to sit for the MBM Registration Examination. Those who have passed will be required to register with MBM to practice Midwifery.

Career Prospects:
Opportunity for Midwives to hold Managerial Positions in hospitals and further continue education at Master's and Ph.D. level.

Programme Outline of Advanced Diploma in Midwifery in International Medical University Malaysia

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

SEMESTER 1

• Professional Issues in Midwifery & Women’s Health
• Normal Midwifery
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Nutrition & Pharmacology
• Clinical Practice I
• Clinical Practice II
• Malaysian Studies

SEMESTER 2

• Research in Midwifery Practice & Statistics
• Neonatal Nursing
• Abnormal Midwifery
• Obstetric Emergencies & Operative Deliveries
• Clinical Practice III
• Clinical Practice IV
• Leadership Skills and Human Relationship

SEMESTER 3

• Domiciliary Midwifery and Family Planning
• Clinical Practice V
• Clinical Practice VI
• Sociology Work and Malaysian Industry
• Co-Curriculum

Entry Requirement of Advanced Diploma in Midwifery in International Medical University Malaysia

•    Possess Diploma in Nursing from a recognised institution
•    Registered with the Malaysian Nursing Board
•    Possess current Annual Practicing Certificate
•    Minimum 2 years of clinical working experience
•    Medically fit

Fee Structure of Advanced Diploma in Midwifery in International Medical University Malaysia

Financial Aid
•   Sponsorship by Employer
•   EPF/KWSP
•   Self-Pay (installment scheme can be arranged)