Graduate Certificate in Nurse-Midwifery at University of Arizona

The certified nurse-midwife (CNM) independently provides care during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. The CNM scope of practice includes gynecologic care, family planning, preconception care, and care of the healthy newborn for the first 28 days of life. NMs provide primary care to individuals across the life span, inclusive of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Care may be provided in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, private practice, community health centers, ambulatory clinics, hospitals, birthing centers and the home setting. Upon completion of the program you will be eligible to take the AMCB national board certification examination. To qualify for entry into the NM Graduate Certificate program, you must have a degree in nursing as an advanced practice nurse and experience in an acute care setting. This certificate is only offered full-time.