Nurse-Midwife
The Nurse-Midwife post-baccalaureate Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN to DNP) program of study consists of 86 semester credit hours. The plan of study is based on the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) Core Competencies for Basic Midwifery Practice (ACNM, 2020), the ACNM Competencies for the Practice Doctorate in Midwifery (ACNM, 2021) and the DNP Essentials (AACN, 2021). The program prepares nurse-midwives with the specialized knowledge, skills and abilities to provide all components of midwifery care including primary care from adolescence throughout the lifespan, reproductive and sexual healthcare, care during pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period, and care of the normal newborn for the first 28 days of life.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Nurse-Midwifery Program offers two distinct pathways: the BSN to DNP and the Post-Master’s to DNP.
The BSN to DNP nurse-midwifery track builds on baccalaureate-level comprehensive nursing education and integrates the art and science of midwifery to meet DNP program outcomes. The program prepares nurse-midwives as leaders in healthcare with the skills to improve health outcomes for individuals, groups, and populations.
The Post-Master’s to DNP track is designed for licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) from any specialty, as well as those who hold a master’s degree in nursing. This pathway supports APRNs in advancing their leadership, clinical, and systems-level competencies while earning the DNP degree.
The primary teaching-learning strategies used across both tracks include seminars,
case studies, group discussions, skills labs, simulation, and practicum experiences.
Practicum focuses on developing clinical competency in the role and scope of nurse-midwifery
under the guidance of program faculty and direct supervision by approved preceptors.
DNP plans of study are tailored based on the applicant’s highest degree earned and
current advanced practice certification. Customized plans are also available for post-master’s
students and those seeking part-time enrollment, ensuring flexibility to meet each
student’s academic and professional goals.
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I earned a MSN/MN degree
Post-master’s DNP to add the role of nurse-midwife to another advanced practice nursing role and population and current certification. Current certification: Certified women’s health nurse practitioner Certified family nurse practitioner or certified adult primary nurse practitioner |
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Demetrice Smith, DNP, MN, FNP-C, CNM |