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A nurse midwife is an advanced practice registered nurse who has had
training in obstetrics and works under the supervision of an obstetrician.
Some nurse midwives can have their own private practice, but most work
in hospitals, family planning centers, and the public health service.
Duties often include:
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| Average Salary: $50,000 - $70,000 | |
| Educational Requirements: | |
| Students should take challenging high school courses in science, math,
and English.
Students must complete all of the education requirements to become a
baccalaureate prepared registered nurse. They must then complete
additional training that leads to a master's degree or graduate-level certification.
Before beginning practice, they must also pass a written examination given
by the American College of Nurse-Midwives.
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| For More Information: | |
| American College of Nurse-Midwives
818 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 900 Washington, DC 20006 (202) 728-9860 info@acnm.org |
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