Learning
 Continued learning is important for nurses and midwives in keeping up-to-date with changes happening within the professions. Professional development programs are continually run in the public health system and all nurses and midwives are provided clinical support throughout their career.
Paid study days and professional development days are available to help facilitate continued learning.
Up-skilling courses, centrally managed through WA Health, can help you gain skills and knowledge. These courses are designed for nurses and midwives currently working in acute clinical areas.
Postgraduate opportunities are available to nurses and midwives through the numerous Australian and Western Australian universities. Postgraduate studies allow you to specialise in different areas of nursing and/or conduct research that may contribute to updating best practice models of care.
The Office of the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer (new window) provides postgraduate scholarships to nurses and midwives working in WA Health that cover the payment of course fees. These scholarships recognise the importance of professional development in maintaining high standards in our nursing and midwifery workforce.
Registered nurses and midwives who have completed a postgraduate qualification may be eligible to receive a qualification allowance as outlined in the 2007 industrial agreement (new window).
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