Midwife & Nurse-Midwife
Comprehensive Sites
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Registered NurseCreated by the U.S. Department of Labor, this career profile introduces you to the training, work qualifications, employment data, and job outlook for a registered nurse. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to find links to important professional organizations in the field, or click on detailed earnings data.
Midwifery TodayLearn what’s behind the heart and science of birth with a career as a midwife at this page, dedicated to the career and the community of natural childbirth. You will find publications in the field, a community forum for discussion, educational opportunities, and a host of articles, reviews, and e-news.
Midwives Information and Resource CenterCreated for maternity healthcare professionals, this U.K. resource contains an assortment of educational material and a student zone. Enter this department, and you will find news sections, blogs for midwifery and students, study skill tips, book reviews, and free online webinars. A Mid-Wiki is your own site to contribute to, or read from student and professionals who are familiar with the education and profession.
Occupational Titles
Midwife
Nurse-Midwife
Certified Professional Midwife (CPN)
Certified Midwife (CM)
Accredited Academic Programs
Midwifery Education Accreditation Council SchoolsThis organization sets the standards for midwifery education and offers information on accredited programs in the field. Learn about schools and their accreditation status, distance education programs, and schools seeking accreditation. You can connect directly to these programs from this site, and find links to outside resources.
Midwifery Education ProgramsClick on your state at this map, and access nurse-midwife programs across the country. Contact information for program directors and links to related sites are provided, as a service of the American College of Nurse-Midwives.
National Student Nurses’ Association: Nursing SchoolsThe career center of the National Student Nurses’ Association offers links to primary links for nursing schools here, including lists from the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, community colleges, nursing programs by type, online programs, and international schools.
Salary Levels
PayScale: Nurse-MidwifeThe salary by years of experience for a nurse-midwife is shown at the graph at this site. If you scroll down, you will find answers to questions about salary data and additional depictions of salary information according to the employer type or city of employment. For more information, enter different job titles, such as “midwife.”
Professional Organizations
American Association of Birth CentersAt Birthcenters.org you can participate in e-mail discussions, learn about birth centers, or go to the birth center theatre, which includes a birth center tour and videos.
American College of Nurse-MidwivesThis professional organization supports research, education, and clinical practice standards in conjunction with state and federal agencies. Serving the health and well-being of childbearing families, the College provides information on becoming a midwife, as well as information on midwifery jobs, news, and events.
American Nurses’ AssociationThe Nursing World website of the American Nurses’ Association provides the latest news in the field of nursing and a department especially for student nurses and students who are considering nursing. You can find out all about nursing education, the licensing procedures, and more about becoming and R.N. or registered nurse. If you want to know how to get started on a nursing career, this portal offers resources on nursing schools and looking for information on financial assistance.
American Society of Registered NursesIf you are interested in getting career advice, this organization offers expert guidance to its members, as well as details on research grants, journals, and assistance with graduate school, current news and articles, and a mentors’ database.
Citizens for MidwiferyA grassroots organization, Citizens for Midwifery promotes a Midwives Model of Care across the country. A state-by-state guide will let you know the legal status of direct-entry midwives and see the network of state government websites, legislatures, and laws regarding regulation of the field.
Midwives Alliance of North AmericaLearn about the professionals that specialize in delivering personalized care before, during, and after birth. This organization also recognizes the educational diversity of its members and practice styles within the profession of midwifery. Learn about related organizations, and find out how this organization responds to the American Medical Association’s resolution on midwife care.
National Association of Certified Professional MidwivesSupporting the work of Certified Professional Midwives (CPM), this organization offers departments for students, members, and professional practice. Find out what it means to be a CPM, and access related resources and links in the field of midwifery.
National Student Nurses’ AssociationThe National Student Nurses’ Association has a membership of more than 50,000 and offers guidance on education, financial assistance, and careers. Look at the links at the left of the home page, and you’ll find publications for students, live chat, a career center, and scholarship opportunities.
North American Registry of MidwivesLearn about graduating from a program certified by this organization, or find out about certification in the field. You can also connect to related organizations, including the National Association for Certified Professional Midwives.
Licensing & Certification
American Nurses’ Association: CertificationLearn about the largest nurse credentialing organization at this page, its certification in specialty areas, and how these certifications may help advance a nursing career.
American Nurses’ Credentialing CenterLearn about nursing certification at this page, with complete information on the process, exam preparation, web-based courses, and special requirements for nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists.
National Council of State Boards of NursingLinks to exam information for nurses and other departments of licensure are available from this central regulatory source. A candidate bulletin contains information on fees, registration procedures, and exam scheduling. A map is available that lets you find state-specific information on licensing.
State-by-State Guide to MidwiferyLearn about the legal status of midwife practice around the country from this interactive site. Click on your state, and you will be taken to state organization and contacts, state midwifery schools, a midwife locator, and information on licensing in that location.
Job Opportunity Sources
American Nurses’ Association: Nurses’ Career CenterYou can post a resume at this page, or learn more about the different career opportunities available as a nurse. Select a job category and find job information listings that include location, required education, and certifications needed.
Midwife Jobs.comCareers in midwifery are the focus of this page, which provides a resume posting link, a job search engine, and details about accredited programs and the profession.
National Student Nurses’ Association: Career CenterThe resources at this page offer a variety of ways to explore a career in nursing. Discover if nursing is for you, with information on nursing schools, the occupational outlook for nursing, careers, and ways to succeed in nursing school.
Publications
American College of Nurse-Midwives: PublicationsPublications and research at this page include articles and journals on fetal development, women’s health, and midwifery. Click on each link to learn more about these educational resources and archives.
Journal of Midwifery and Women’s HealthView the current issues online, with some free full-text articles available. Access complete tables of contents and archives to get a good idea of the types of issues, concerns, and research associated with the profession.
Midwifery TodayThis is a quarterly journal with an international authorship on the experiences of midwifery. Get an in-depth look at important topics in each issue, with past issues exploring such issues as vitamin deficiencies, disease screening, and premature birth risks.
National Student Nurses’ Association: PublicationsAt the publications site of the National Student Nurses’ Association, you’ll find descriptions of the materials provided to its members, including an official member magazine and news sources.
Online Forums & Blogs
AllNursesGeneral nursing discussion, testing and exams for nurses, a pre-nursing student forum, and more than 200 other forums are available at this nursing destination. Here, you can browse more than 2 million posts and learn all you can about the nursing profession and what it’s like to be a nursing student.
MIDIRS: Midwifery and Pregnancy ForumThis knowledge sharing community facilitates communication among members of the midwifery community and students alike. Introduce yourself to other members, and go directly to sites intended to answer questions for people thinking about entering the profession of midwifery. Post questions about qualifications and experience, learn about applying to programs, and discover what student life in this field is all about.
Midwifery Today CommunitySign up here, and check back soon to discover a site that will use the same software that powers MySpace. You will find a social networking platform intended to familiarize interested students and professionals with other members of the community. Private messaging will be available to all community members, as well as blogs created by guest contributors.
National Student Nurses’ Association: Leadership UniversityNursing trends and the latest healthcare news can be found at this online forum of the National Student Nurses’ Association. By visiting this page, you will find a message board and mentor forum, where you can chat and discuss topics with fellow students.
Career Videos
American Association of Birth Centers: Birth Center TourAn online QuickTime tour of a birth center is found at this page, where you can learn about birth centers and how they care for childbearing families around the world. Related videos from the Birth Center Theatre include an American Medical Review presentation featuring the birth center model of care and a visual exploration of the nature of giving birth.
Mid-Wiki WebinarsThese pages lead to unique online experiences in the knowledge and practice of midwifery. Click on the webinar that interests you to be taken to archived educational presentations available at no cost. Explore discourses in normal births and other topics, and find related webinar discussion forums accompanying each web presentation.
