Holistic Assessment for Midwif | Federation University

MIDBM1004 Holistic Assessment for Midwif

This unit provides students with foundational knowledge and skills necessary to deliver high-quality, woman-centred midwifery care from a strengths-based and feminist perspective. Emphasis is placed on working in partnership with women, respecting their autonomy, and supporting shared decision-making throughout the childbearing journey. Through clinical laboratory sessions and supervised clinical placement, students will develop clinical reasoning skills, apply principles of quality and safety in medication management, engage in effective communication and teamwork strategies, and undertake health assessments. The unit also includes the history of midwifery, influence of feminist approaches on contemporary midwifery practice and the ethical, legal, and professional standards that shape the discipline. Reflective practice and self-care strategies will be further explored to promote ongoing personal and professional development.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2026 contribution amount* $592
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $592

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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