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American Midwifery Certification Board

, Maryland, United States • 1 - 10 Employees
Nonprofit Organization Management

The American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) is the national certifying body for Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs*) and Certified Midwives (CMs*). The certification function is a critical aspect of professional quality assurance in midwifery. The AMCB consists of officers (President, Secretary and Treasurer), a Board of Directors, an office of full-time staff members and committees responsible for the creation of the national certification examination, certificate maintenance, and research and credentialing/reporting.Purpose:* To set the national certification standard for the profession of midwifery* To develop and administer the certification examination for assessment of entry-level competencies for the practice of midwifery* To award national certification as a Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) or Certified Midwife (CM) to candidates who have met the specified qualifications* To provide a mechanism of certification for all CNMs/CMs* To maintain professional discipline of all CNMs/CMs* To adhere to national standards for certification bodies* To liaison with other organizations to assure quality processes of midwifery certification and professional discipline