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The authors describe the challenges they encountered, having attempted to retrospectively complete a home birth outcome data set for New York State. In addition, they provide a compelling argument for a midwifery data collective that would bring together health record data for all midwife‐attended births nationwide, regardless of setting.
Introduction
Three midwifery credentials are granted in the United States: certified nurse‐midwife (CNM), certified midwife (CM), and certified professional midwife (CPM). Confusion about US midwifery credentials may restrict growth of the midwifery profession. This survey assessed American College of Nurse‐Midwives (ACNM) members’ knowledge of US midwifery credentials.
Methods
ACNM members (N...
US midwifery education is provided through graduate education for the CNM/CM and didactic education with apprenticeship for the CPM. Clinical practice varies throughout the country depending on the credential held and current state legislation. A lack of clinical sites for midwifery education is a significant challenge to all programs and a barrier to meeting the national maternity care provider shortage.
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