Midwifery Specialization Advanced Clinical Diploma

One-year intensive post-BSN credential delivering theoretical and practical obstetrical delivery training to qualify for national Midwife licensing (Josan-shi).

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Registered Nurse license (or anticipated graduation from accredited BSN)
English language proficiency: Japanese N1
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Obstetric essay and clinical skills practical assessment
Recommendation letters: Dean of Nursing recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Prefectural maternal health subsidies available
Application fee: ¥30,000 exam fee
Tuition / joining costs: ¥1,200,000 complete program tuition

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Facts reflect official Kobe Women's University (Port Island Campus) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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