Continuing Education and Professional Development

This is an expectation of all midwives. Midwives who hold annual practising certificates are requried to complete a number of compulsory and elective ongoing education points over a three year period as set down by the Midwifery Council of New Zealand. 

Examples of optional ongoing education include:

• Refresher courses and practice workshops for midwives run by the NZCOM regions throughout New Zealand
• Workshops, conferences and other education opportunities run by a variety of providers or organisations
• Post graduate papers

For information about the NZCOM Midwifery Education Framework click here and for information about the National Midwifery Education Forum click here.