9. National Nurse-Midwifery Organizations ACNM is the parent organization; divisions are controlled by the ACNM BOD 40 slides total American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) AMCB separated from the ACNM In 1991 Incorporated in 1955
26. AUTHORIZATION TO PRACTICE Midwives are regulated differently in each jurisdiction (country, province, state) 40 slides total
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29. 40 slides total Comparison Certification Licensure For Florida midwives North American Registry of Midwives Council of Licensed Midwifery Jurisdiction National State Authority Private Government Comprised of Practitioners and consumers from all over the country State licensed practitioners and consumers Process developed by Professionals Legislators and bureaucrats Authorized by NCCA National Commission for Certifying Agencies State law Benefits Insurance reimbursement, credentialing, recognition, lower malpractice rates, prestige, required in some states for licensing Allows you to practice in the state