Australian Capital Territory (abbreviated ACT) is the smallest self-governing internal territory in Australia. In the 2006 census the population of the ACT was 333,000.

A student who wants to have a career in obstetrics may study midwifery during his or her higher education. Midwifery looks at reproductive health, pregnancy, child birth and postpartum care to give students the tools needed to succeed professionally.

Australia has a subsidized higher education for students pursuing the undergraduate degrees. They also give loan and grants for the post graduate students. Higher learning starts at undergraduate degree level to a doctoral degree offered in any field of study.

A certificate is proof of qualification of a certain set of skills. Students who obtain a certificate have completed educational requirements and tests. Through completion, they become ready to pursue a degree or diploma, or to head into the professional world in their field of expertise.