Nursing
Midwife career guide
Midwifes work in nursing settings across hospitals, clinics, health systems and HealthTech employers worldwide. Core responsibilities centre on antenatal care, labour management, neonatal resuscitation, with pay typically ranging from $9,000 to $95,000 depending on country, employer type and seniority.
Quick answer
Midwifes earn approximately $9,000–$95,000 per year with very high global demand. Entry typically requires midwifery degree plus registration, plus registration with bodies such as NMC, AHPRA.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Group | Nursing |
| Education | Midwifery degree plus registration |
| Certifications | NMC Midwifery, NRP |
| Regulators | NMC, AHPRA |
| Salary range (USD) | $9,000 – $95,000 |
| Demand | Very high |
Core skills
- Antenatal care
- Labour management
- Neonatal resuscitation
Career progression
- 1Midwife
- 2Senior Midwife
- 3Ward Manager
- 4Head of Midwifery
Specialty
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