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Naomi
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What steps should I take after high school to pursue a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) career?
I'm a 12th grader interested in becoming a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM). I love helping people, serving others, and caring for babies. My goal is to create a safe, trusting environment for mothers and newborns, which is why I’ve chosen CNM as my career path.
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Kasey Lind
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Hi Naomi - Your first step would be to pursue your Registered Nurse (RN) degree. I see you're in Louisiana - I believe both Northwestern and LSU have fabulous RN programs! If cost is a concern for you, there are many scholarship opportunities available (for example: https://bhw.hrsa.gov/programs/nurse-corps/scholarship/apply) and your High School's career counselor may be able to provide you with insight on grants/scholarships specific to you and your region.
Once you complete an accredited nursing program, you'll want to take the NCLEX-RN examination. This exam will earn you a certification to practice as an RN in your state. From there, that's when you'll start narrowing your focus to Midwifery by applying to a to Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) program (https://www.amcbmidwife.org/). Although this is considered a Grad Program, there are some online CNM programs that may allow you more flexibility if, by this time, you are working full-time as an RN. Once you've completed the program, you'll take the CNM Exam and then apply for licensure!
Once you complete an accredited nursing program, you'll want to take the NCLEX-RN examination. This exam will earn you a certification to practice as an RN in your state. From there, that's when you'll start narrowing your focus to Midwifery by applying to a to Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) program (https://www.amcbmidwife.org/). Although this is considered a Grad Program, there are some online CNM programs that may allow you more flexibility if, by this time, you are working full-time as an RN. Once you've completed the program, you'll take the CNM Exam and then apply for licensure!