Description
The Diploma in Registered Midwifery is a practice-oriented programme
that prepares students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to
deliver safe and compassionate midwifery care through a blend of classroom
learning and clinical practice. It plays a vital role in Ghana’s national
development by contributing to reduced maternal and child mortality, improved
reproductive health services, and a strengthened frontline health workforce.
The programme also supports gender equality by promoting safer pregnancy and
childbirth, contributes to economic development by reducing healthcare burdens
associated with maternal and neonatal complications, and fosters a culture of
evidence-based practice, providing a foundation for lifelong learning and
future professional advancement. Graduates of the Diploma in Registered
Midwifery programme are equipped with the essential knowledge, clinical skills,
and professional attitudes required to provide safe, competent, and
compassionate midwife-led care.
They are trained to support mothers, newborns,
children, and adolescents in both normal and abnormal situations, thereby
contributing to healthier families and communities.
Entry Requirements
WASSCE Holders
Passes (A1-C6) respectively in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects plus three (3) relevant elective subjects.
General Certificate of Education (GCE) ‘O’ and ‘A’ Levels
Credit in at least five (5) subject at the GCE ‘O’ level (or its equivalent) including English Language and Mathematics, with at least two passes in the relevant subject at the Advanced Level.
Higher National Diploma (HND)
Applicants must have graduated with a good HND certificate (i.e. at least 2nd class division). In addition, the applicant must have acquired a 2-year post –HND work experience. Other diploma certificates equivalent to HND may be considered.
Mature Students
Applicants must be at least 25 years old. Documentary evidence of age may be required. In addition, applicants must have passes in English Language and Mathematics. Level 100 applicants without credit passes in English Language and Mathematics must pass the Mature Students’ Entrance Examination in English Language, Mathematics and Aptitude Test.
Foreign Students
Certificates of foreign origin would be referred to the National Accreditation Board (NAB) for determination of equivalences and eligibility for admission to tertiary institutions in Ghana.
Admission of Certificate Holders into BSc. Nursing/ Diploma in Midwifery
Certificate holders in Health Assistant Clinical (HAC), Nurse Assistant Community (NAC), NAP or Nurse Assistant Public Health (NAP) may be admitted to various levels in the BSc. Nursing programme, after passing an Access Course run by the University College.
