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It takes 4 years to become a CNM and about 2.5 years to become a Direct-entry midwife. You need a High school Diploma or GED, Demonstrate proficiency in the English language, Complete 45 quarter credits or 27 semester credits of college coursework with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or better, complete an approved Labor Support Course. You will also need at least one year of high school or 3 college level credits in Biology and 3 college level credits for English as well as 5 college level credits in Human Anatomy and Psysiology which is usually a 2 quarter course. Also you will need 3 college level credits in Math along with 5 college level credits in Microbiology and last but not least 5 college level credits in Social Science. Most nurse midwifery programs require that the students receive a Bachelor's degree in nursing and a master's degree in midwifery.
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∙ 16y agoA Certified Nurse Midwife has to be a Registered Nurse first, usually with a Bachelor's degree, that takes 4 years. Most CNM programs today are Master's programs that take 1-2 years.
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What degree do you need to become a nurse midwife?
A Certified Nurse-Midwife ("CNM") is an Advanced Practice Nurse. In most states a master's degree in nursing is required.
How do you become a midwife in the USA?
To become a CNM, otherwise known as a certified nurse midwife, one must earn an undergraduate degree in nursing (RN/BSN). After you complete your RN degree you must complete a mandatory one year of nursing experience before appling for a midwifery master's degree program. Some excellent programs are NYU, Columbia, and Yale. Upon completion of the midwifery master's program you are now a Certified Nurse Midwife! Well done and congratulations!
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