Discover the skills and training needed for this occupation
Midwives provide care and advice to women during pregnancy, labour and childbirth, and postnatal care for women and babies in a range of settings such as the home, community, hospitals, clinics and health units.
0
People employed in SAExplore by region
6%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
3%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong
The skills that Midwives need
Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
- Teamwork
- Planning and organising
- Numeracy
- Digital engagement
- Writing
- Reading
- Learning
- Problem solving
- Oral communication
- Initiative and innovation
Where are people currently employed?
| Region | Employed | 1 Year Change | 5 Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|
RegionSouth Australia - South East | Employed100 | 1 Year Change3% | 5 Year Change8% |
RegionSouth Australia - Outback | Employed64 | 1 Year Change-2% | 5 Year Change10% |
RegionBarossa - Yorke - Mid North | Employed250 | 1 Year Change3% | 5 Year Change3% |
RegionAdelaide - West | Employed356 | 1 Year Change6% | 5 Year Change23% |
RegionAdelaide - South | Employed331 | 1 Year Change11% | 5 Year Change-5% |
RegionAdelaide - North | Employed329 | 1 Year Change15% | 5 Year Change-3% |
RegionAdelaide - Central and Hills | Employed416 | 1 Year Change1% | 5 Year Change-3% |
Skills SA & National Skills Commission data | Skills SA |