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Undergraduate
Advanced Diploma in Midwifery
Program's Overview
The Advanced Diploma in Midwifery at INES-Ruhengeri is designed to provide
students with advanced skills and knowledge in maternal and newborn care,
preparing them for professional roles in the field. The program emphasizes
evidence-based practices, clinical expertise, and ethical decision-making,
aligning with both national and international standards for midwifery
education.
Students engage in comprehensive theoretical learning and gain hands-on
experience through practical training in modern clinical settings and community
health environments. The curriculum focuses on advanced maternal health care,
neonatal care, reproductive health, and the promotion of safe, effective, and
compassionate midwifery practices. Graduates are equipped to deliver
high-quality care to mothers and newborns, enhancing health outcomes within
diverse healthcare systems.
Offered Modules
Year 1
| No | Module Title | No of credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | English French for General Purpose | - | 1 |
| 2 | Introduction to Research and Academic Writing Skills | 10 | |
| 3 | Fundamentals of Information and Communication Technology | 10 | |
| 4 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 15 | |
| 5 | Fundamentals of Biomedical sciences | 10 | |
| 6 | Behavioural sciences | 10 | |
| 7 | Professional, ethics and legal aspects in nursing | 10 | |
| 1 | Human Nutrition and Dietetics | 5 | 2 |
| 2 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation | - | |
| 3 | Citizenship and Transformative Education | - | |
| 4 | General Pharmacology | 5 | |
| 5 | Fundamentals of Nursing and Midwifery | 10 | |
| 6 | Health Assessment | 10 | |
| 7 | Clinical placement I | 30 |
Year 2
| No | Module Title | No of credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | English for Specific Purposes | - | 1 |
| 2 | Pharmacology for Midwives | 10 | |
| 3 | Midwifery Science I | 10 | |
| 4 | Reproductive health and Gynecology | 10 | |
| 5 | Clinical Placement II | 30 | |
| 1 | Tropical and communicable diseases | 10 | 2 |
| 2 | Health measurement and research | 10 | |
| 3 | Medical Surgical Nursing | 10 | |
| 4 | Neonatal Care | 10 | |
| 5 | Clinical Placement III | 35 |
Year 3
| No | Module Title | No of credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midwifery Sciences II | 15 | 1 |
| 2 | Community Midwifery | 10 | |
| 3 | Health Services Management and Entrepreneurship | 10 | |
| 4 | Clinical Placement IV | 35 | |
| 1 | Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing | 10 | 2 |
| 2 | Child Health Care | 10 | |
| 3 | Clinical Placement V | 40 |
Entry Requirements
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Combinations
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The candidate should have completed Biology and Chemistry as core courses and should have obtained a principal pass with a minimum grade of “D” in these two subjects. This means that the combinations of Mathematics-Chemistry-Biology (MCB), Physics-Chemistry-Biology (PCB), and Biology-Chemistry-Geography (BCG) are considered. A subsidiary grade (S) in Mathematics, Physics, or Geography, in addition to the two principal passes, will be acceptable.
• Applicants who completed the associate nursing program in high school and have a secondary nursing diploma or an associate nurse certificate will be admitted into the Advanced Diploma in Midwifery program. These applicants should have at least two principal passes, with at least a grade D in Biology and Chemistry, plus at least a subsidiary grade (S) in either Mathematics, Physics, or Geography, along with Fundamentals of Nursing and Clinical Attachment. Having an A2 Nursing qualification with distinction and holding a valid nursing council practice license, along with competency in both written and spoken English and demonstrated skills in computer numeracy, will be an added advantage.
• Students who have accumulated credits at one or more approved Midwifery educational institutions within Rwanda or abroad may apply for credit transfer when joining the Advanced Diploma in Midwifery program at INES-Ruhengeri, as long as the total credits do not exceed 50% of the total number of program credits required for the final exit award.
• Applicants who studied in a foreign country should provide a valid educational equivalence from NESA or the Higher Education Council (if credit transfer is needed).
NB: Midway Entry Admission and Transfer of CreditsLearners seeking midway entry to the program or transfer from another institution (or other schools of nursing and midwifery) should comply with the requirements regarding midway admission and transfer of credits. This means that at least 50% of the credits required to complete the program should be obtained at the current higher learning institution to which the learner is transferred. The candidate should also be competent in both written and spoken English, demonstrate skills in computer numeracy, and have the mental and physical fitness to study general nursing, midwifery, or mental health nursing. The candidate should also provide an ID/Passport and a certificate of good conduct as required by the Rwanda NCNM.In addition to the previous requirements, applicants who studied in a foreign country should provide a valid educational equivalence from HEC.
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Required documents
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Exit and Career Profile
Career Opportunities for Advanced Diploma in Midwifery:
- Clinical Midwife – Provide comprehensive care in hospitals, maternity wards, and health centers, focusing on prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care.
- Community Health Midwife – Work in rural or underserved areas to provide maternal and newborn care through community outreach and health education.
- Maternal and Child Health Worker – Assist in various health programs to support maternal and child health, promoting safe practices during pregnancy, birth, and infancy.
- Neonatal Care Provider – Work in neonatal care units or maternity wards to provide essential care and monitoring for newborns, especially those with special needs.
- Family Planning Counselor – Assist families in making informed choices about family planning, contraception, and reproductive health.
- Nursing and Midwifery Educator – Teach foundational nursing and midwifery concepts to students or assist with continuing education programs.
- Health Program Coordinator – Coordinate maternal and child health programs at local health centers or in community health settings, focusing on the delivery of essential services.
Contacts of the Head of Department
Names: Mr. MUGAMBINUMWE Didace
E-mail: None
Tel: None
