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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
§ 45. Licensure.
(a) Each applicant who successfully meets the requirements of this Section is eligible for licensure as a certified professional midwife if the applicant:
(1) submits forms prescribed by the Department and accompanied by the required nonrefundable fee;
(2) is at least 21 years of age;
(3) has successfully completed a licensure examination approved by the Department;
(4) holds valid certified professional midwife certification granted by NARM or its successor organization;
(5) holds an active cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification;
(6) holds an active neonatal resuscitation provider status; and
(7) successfully completed a postsecondary midwifery education program through an institution, program, or pathway accredited by the Midwife Education and Accreditation Council, that has both academic and clinical practice incorporated throughout the curriculum.
(b) A midwife who is certified by NARM, but who has not completed a MEAC program, may apply for licensure if he or she:
(1) holds a valid certified professional midwife certification granted by NARM or its successor organization for at least 3 years;
(2) provides proof of completion of the midwifery bridge certificate granted by NARM and applies within one year of adoption of rules; and
(3) provides proof of paragraphs (1) through (6) required under subsection (a).
(c) Applicants have 3 years from the date of application to complete the application process. If the process has not been completed in 3 years, the application shall be denied, the fee shall be forfeited, and the applicant must reapply and meet the requirements in effect at the time of reapplication.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Illinois Statutes Chapter 225. Professions,Occupations and Business Operations § 64/45. Licensure - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/il/chapter-225-professionsoccupations-and-business-operations/il-st-sect-225-64-45/
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