Posted 5/5/13

SQUAT is offering NCM students a 10% discount on Squatfest conference registration when a group of four or more students register together.

Email SquatFest2013@gmail.com to register.

Click here to download the event flyer

Posted 5/6/13

NCM preceptor, Cassaundra Jah, has written a new book, Many Paths, One Journey: Becoming a Certified Professional Midwife.
Written with a grounded voice and combining current, well-researched information, personal stories, and perspectives from other midwives and students, this book gives you the knowledge you need to get started on your journey to becoming a Certified Professional Midwife. This book covers the requirements and different routes to certification and details your options for academic and clinical training to get there. This book also gives practical information on developing and following an academic plan of study in midwifery; the tools, equipment, and resources you will gather along the way; and transitioning from apprenticeship to being a practicing midwife.

http://www.amazon.com/Many-Paths-One-Journey-ebook/dp/B00CMYC6LI/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1367849335&sr=8-9&keywords=many+paths+one+journey

Posted 4/29/13

ACADEMIC PRECEPTOR AVAILABLE
 Midwifing the Midwife

We all know that Birth is an amazing rite of passage.
So, too, is becoming a midwife!  As a student midwife, you are birthing yourself into a whole new way of being in the world.  It’s an intense intellectual process, AND a transformative process on all levels
I offer:
Academic precepting for AA, BS, MS students
---mentoring of the mind
Deep Mentoring of the midwife
---mentoring of the heart and soul
---supporting the midwife to birth herself in being in the world in a bigger and more magnificent way.

If this resonates with you, contact
Ellen Grossman, CNM, MS at egcnm5@gmail.com or 707-391-9901

I started out as a DEM in 1986, after graduating with a BA in Psychology and Sociology from UC Berkeley and received my CNM and MS at UCSF in 1990.  I practiced in a combination homebirth/hospital birth practice in Cambridge, MA, and started a Medi-Cal  clinic in Ukiah, CA.  I have precepted students for 20+ years.
As nurse-midwife, ceremonialist, shamanic practitioner, I have supported women as they have sweated and labored to birth their life force into the world, as they have faced fears, and plumbed depths to find treasures they didn’t know they possessed.

Posted 4/22/13

Erika Urban, CPM, LM is looking for a student to join her practice, Urban Birth. Apprenticeship will be an unpaid position. The student will be expected to attend all prenatal appointments, postpartum visits, births, and also spend some time doing administrative tasks for the practice. Prenatal days are currently Tuesdays from 9am-4pm and Thursdays from 4pm-8pm in Mankato, MN. Often, home visits are scheduled for Wednesdays. The student will be expected to have availability 24/7 to attend births or any other appointments that come up. The student must also become NRP certified and CPR certified within the first 3 months of apprenticeship and must keep these certifications current throughout the training time. Urban Birth serves, mainly, the rural area of South Central Minnesota and South West Minnesota. For this reason, the student needs to live within 30 minutes of Mankato. An ideal candidate will have already begun a midwifery program. 

Student must have reliable transportation for attending both appointments and the births. Please keep in mind that it is not unusual to travel 100 miles one-way for a birth and the home visits. A cell phone and reliable childcare (if applicable) are also required. At this time, the Urban Birth practice cares for approximately 20-30 women a year.

If you are interested in the position of a student in the Urban Birth practice, please send a resume of your experience that is relevant to midwifery care and a cover letter explaining your interest and what you can bring to the practice to: midwifeerika@yahoo.com

Posted 4/17/13

Everyone-Please take a few minutes to participate in MEAC's survey about proposed changes to their requirements. Thanks!

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/meacstandards

Posted 4/15/13Beginning Midwifery Intensive in Haiti!
Mamababy Haiti (mamababyhaiti.org) is an International NARM approved clinical site. We are hosting a Beginning Midwifery Intensive from July 7th to August 8th, 2013.
This four-week intensive course will equip you with the beginning skills and knowledge needed to start your path to midwifery off right!
This is a great opportunity to be immerse in another culture and experience midwifery in a true sense, while providing care to a community of very deserving women.
Skills learned will include: vital signs, beginning prenatal care, newborn care and exams, labs, and much more! You will have the opportunity to participate in births as well. You will have some light academic work, reading assignments and discussion time. Join us in our busy clinic and begin your path to midwifery with us!
For more information please contact us at info@MamababyHaiti.org

Posted 4/10/13

Subject: Northern NM Birth Center is hiring a LM/CPM or CNM

The Northern New Mexico Birth Center, a free standing, non-profit Birth Center run by LM/CPMs and nestled in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo mountains in Taos, will be hiring a LM/CPM or CNM to join our thriving practice. Applicant with Birth Center experience a plus.

Our midwife Madrona Bourdeau, who has practiced for 35 years, will retire from midwifery at the end of May. 

The Center was founded in 1981, is firmly established in our community and well respected by our collaborative physicians and CNMs. Our practice averages about 5-7 births a month, approximately 10% are homebirths.  

Send resumes with cover letter by May 1st to midwiferycenter@gmail.com.   Visit us on the web www.nnmbirthcenter.org  to learn more about our center. 

Posted 3/28/13

NARM STUDY RETREATS in Senegal!

Mother Health International is offering two weeks of intensive study, review and test prep with three experienced midwives on hand to address your unique needs and make sure you are prepared as possible.
Dates: July 8th- 20th, 2013 for August test takers AND January 5th-18th for February test takers.

Apprentice in Uganda!
Mother Health International has a NARM approved birth center located in Atiak, Uganda.

Click Here for information sheet

For more information please email: Rachel@motherhealthinternational.orghttp://www.motherhealthinternational.org/become-a-midwife.html

Posted 2/26/13 Wanted student ASAP
We are looking for a student to move ASAP to beautiful Bend Oregon.

• Free temporary Housing available.
• Opportunity for Primary Student.
• Lots of “hands on experience” in fast-growing practice.

We have 9 births in March and 8 in April and would love for help as soon as one was able. After that we average 4-8 births/month.

Please call Janette Gyesky @ 541-749-4660 to inquire or send email to:
Janette@bendbirthcenter.com

Please see attached sheet for more details and/or requirements.

Posted 2/25/13

Academic Preceptor Available
Are you looking for an academic preceptor as you begin or continue your studies with NCM?  I am a licensed midwife from Washington State with 9 years of clinical practice in home birth, birth center and hospital birth.  I have precepted students enrolled in various MEAC accredited midwifery programs, and have been a NCM academic preceptor since 2010.  A preceptor-student relationship from a distance will be maintained through email, postal mail, and phone calls.  I enjoy mentoring the next generation of midwives, providing supportive feedback and open communication with my students.  Please call or email me if you would like to talk further.  Gretchen Jones, LM,  360-496-0303   gretchen@lewiscounty.com

Posted 2/14/13

 Licensed homebirth midwife and experienced preceptor with NCM, looking for a new student in the Northern NJ area.  I graduated from NCM in 2008. Would prefer some experience in the new student, but am open to the possibility of a greener one depending on the fit. I am in a solo practice with about 30+ births per year. I run my practice from my home in Upper Montclair, NJ. Please contact me via email: sabinemidwife@gmail.com.

Posted 1/14/13 Pacific Natural Birth, LLC, a small licensed midwifery practice in Seattle, is looking for a midwife to join, first on a contractual basis with potential to become a partner, in this successful start-up practice.
The ideal candidate is excited about midwifery, has at least a year post grad experience, a willingness to commit to business ownership and is available to start in April.  The details of co-ownership will be discussed during a trial period which is to be spent confirming that the contracted midwife fits in well at the practice.
If you are intrigued by this opportunity and would like to discuss the possibilities further, please reply to info@pacificnaturalbirth.com

Posted 1/8/13 Seeking a mature and committed apprentice for a small home birth practice on the Big Island of Hawaii.  Visit www.islandmamasmidwifery.com to learn about our practice, and follow links for contact.  1 year commitment required, unless special circumstances apply! 

Posted 1/8/13 Seeking a mature and committed apprentice for a small home birth practice on the Big Island of Hawaii.  Visit www.islandmamasmidwifery.com to learn about our practice, and follow links for contact.  1 year commitment required, unless special circumstances apply! 

Posted 11/16/12 Academic Preceptor.  If you are looking for an academic preceptor, please contact me. My name is Sue Turner and I opened my midwifery practice birth center/homebirth 17 years ago.  I have been a preceptor for NCM for eight years.  I really enjoy teaching and would like to assist you in getting your academics completed.  You can contact me via email at Stmidwife@aol.com or phone me at my office (805)667-2229.

Posted 11/1/12 Exciting opportunity for a committed student to experience hands-on midwifery in a Birth Center setting!

We are offering a full 3 - 6 month scholarship to our internship program.  Candidates must be willing to start in November 2012 and must show:

A commitment to the Midwifery Model of Care
A desire to learn in the apprenticeship model and to acquire and practice new skills
Ability to work well with others and to work long hours when necessary

Inquiries welcome. Applications are available by calling 575-758-1216 or emailing midwiferycenter@gmail.com.

Please read about our educational program on our website and then email or call if you have any questions.  

Please share this widely. 

Northern New Mexico Birth Center
"friend" us on Taos BirthCenter on Facebook!
www.nnmbirthcenter.org
www.taosbirth.blogspot.com

Posted 10/15/12 Senior Student wanted for live-in position at new Birth Center

Posted 10/8/12 BirthJoy Midwifery LLC in Issaquah WA, 
is looking for a student midwife to join our team. We are a small solo practice. Your responsibilities will include the following: 2 days of Clinic/clinic preparation per week, on call 24 hours a day for births when clients are in dates, approx 1-3 per month.

This is a 6 month internship: October 2012– April 2013. 

To apply, please send your letter of application to e-mail charlene@birthjoymidwifery.com

Posted 10/1/12Taking NARM CPM exam? This review course is for you. First offering will be January 18 (6-10P) & 19 (8A-6P), 2013. This 14 hour review course includes review on all content areas outlined in the NARM Candidate Information Bulletin and practice exams. Taught by Louana George, RN, LM, CPM, MA. Fee of $350.00 includes course, “Review Guide for the CPM Exam” book, and CEUs. To be held at 1385 S. Colorado Blvd. Denver, CO 80222. If you're coming from out of town accommodations can be found next door at the Courtyard Marriott 303 757 8797. To register contact me at: info@midwivesempower.com

Posted 9/13/12Oakland, CA birth center is seeking an advanced student (or new
midwife) of color.

Sacred Birth Place a birth center in Oakland, CA is seeking an advanced midwifery student of color for a short-term clinical internship this winter.  The ideal candidate would be available from approximately Nov 2012 – Feb 2012.  Shorter stints will be considered as long as availability includes Dec 2012.  The student should be enrolled in a California-approved MEAC-accredited school and at the stage of training where she is able to work as primary under supervision in all aspects of maternity care.  With demonstrated competency, she will have the opportunity to have NARM skills (including primaries) signed off.  Recent graduates are also welcome to apply—this a great opportunity to continue learning and gain experience with a busy practice in a diverse setting.

Email pearlfin@gmail.com for more information and preceptor/training fee.  Those interested in applying, please include a short introduction.

Posted 8/15/2012

The LaFarge Medical Clinic is located in rural SW Wisconsin along with and Administrative Headquarters of Organic Valley currently has a one year midwifery internship opening. This is a unique opportunity for new midwives, who are CPM prepared, but are looking for a little more training before stepping out as an independent midwife. We work pretty much exclusively with the Plain population attending an average of 4-8 births a month. The clinic OB Program has expanded capabilities and providers attend a subset of Moms who would otherwise be risked out of home birth. You will gain experience in managing postpartum hemorrhage, IV therapy and participate in VBAC, breech and twin births as they come up as well as participate in prenatal care and learn basic ultrasound techniques. You will have the chance to work with a small group of midwives and family practice doctors who are believers in natural, low intervention/low tech birth and will give you the opportunity to manage many of the births under supervision. This is not a stand and watch opportunity. Interns are expected to learn the ropes quickly and their role is expanded rapidly limited only by their baseline ability and desire to learn.
If this sounds like an opportunity that you or someone you know may be interested in, please contact us for more information. Again, only midwives who have completed requirements to sit for their CPM exam need apply. Special consideration may be given if the candidate has previous healthcare experience.
Kate Jones LM, CPM shifrah.puah@gmail.com 608-632-0833 or Lisa Varnes-Epstein PA-C, LM heartsongmidwife@gmail.com I look forward to hearing from you, and please pass on to anyone you know that may be interested.

Posted 7/9/12

Sacred Waters Birthing Center in Eugene Oregon, is seeking a wonderful CPM (a CPM & Oregon LDM is preferable).  We are looking for a two year commitment or longer. Candidates must be willing to relocate, and carry the work load of a primary midwife. Candidates should be fully committed to midwifery, self-directed and motivated. We are interested in midwives with organization skills and attention to detail, who get along well with others in both clinical and office settings. If this sounds like you, give us a jingle.

Please refer to our website for more information about us:  www.sacredwatersbirth.com

We are accepting applications at this time.

Respectfully,

Anita Rojas CPM, LDM, contact person

Space is limited!  The first 20 applicants will have applications fees waived ($35). Apply early for other discounts by emailing your intent by June 23rd to lifereach@ywamepj.org.  The cut off date for applications is August 15th, with deposits due by the 18th of August and balance due by September 1st. 

Katy Skarlatos lifereach.one@gmail.com; on behalf of; LifeReach International [lifereach@ywamepj.org] YWAM website: http://ywamepj.org/life-reach 

Posted 6/18/12

NARM Study Retreat Aug 6-11, 2012
6 Days in a retreat setting practicing for the NARM exam. Retreat led by Vicki Penwell, LM,CPM, NCM Faculty member who has successfully helped hundreds of students pass the NARM exam over the past 20 years. Practice tests, review, helpful hints, group dynamics, and emotional encouragement. Everything we do in these 6 days is  evidence-based  to help someone pass this multiple choice test, even if they suffer from test anxiety.Here is the link:
http://www.mercyinaction.com/narm-study-retreat/

Locations and Dates of upcoming MEAC accredited Midwifery Volunteerism in Developing Countries seminars:  
http://www.mercyinaction.com/midwifery-volunteerism-seminar
· Atlanta, Georgia - August 13-14, 2012 (Mon and Tues)
· Strasburg, Virginia - August 15-16, 2012 (Wed and Thur)
· Las Vegas, Nevada - August 24-25, 2012 (Fri and Sat)
· Kona, Hawaii (Kohala coast) - November 2-3, 2012 (Fri and Sat)
· Missoula, Montana - February 22-23, 2013 (Fri and Sat)

Posted 6/14/12

The Trillium Waterbirth Center in Medford Or seeks to hire a CNM (with any level of experience) immediatly

Applicants should:
have completed their CNM training and hold an RN and CNM license in a state with transfer ability to Oregon
a desire to work in an out-of-hospital setting
love of the childbearing year phases of a women (families) life
be committed to working in a team enviornment
have no open investigative process or judgements against them

Please contact our office manager Alison with your resume and cover letter.Thank you,
Augustine Colebrook, CPM, LM

Posted 6/14/12

Eastside Birth Center is currently seeking interns/student midwives to start summer 2012 and November 2012.  Your responsibilities include:  Clinic 2 days per week, charting, etc and to attend births for a busy practice.  We are a great site for learning.   
Because of the nature of our practice we are looking for interns who have some birth experience and who can give us a 12 mo commitment. If you are interested e-mail me at ahendersonlm@gmail.com.

Thanks, Andrea Henderson, LM, CPM, IBCLC

http://www.eastsidebirthcenter.com

Posted 3/23/12 I am a CNM  have practiced home birth for over 40 years live now in Florida between Ford lauderdale and Miami If u need a tutor to help u get thrue this college u may contact me At 408 319 o201 or Veronica.Wagner@gmail.com Ck on me at www Veronica Wagner.com

Posted 3/21/12 CPM Online Resource and Education (CORE) Center
"Green to Granny Midwifery Education"
I am a 2009 NCM associate degree graduate who also holds bachelor and master degrees.  I am currently offering local and at-a-distance academic preceptor services for the college’s associate, bachelor, and master programs.  Email me for more information at empoweredmidwife@gmail.com
Midwifery Practice Website: www.EmpoweredWomenEmpoweredBirths.com
Preceptor Website: www.COREmidwife.com
On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/CORE-Midwife/321348491261697

Posted 3/16/12

"We are two graduates of the National College of Midwifery program, who currently hold CPM's and state licenses in New Mexico. We are now signing contracts for distance academic preceptorship and will be offering quarterly weekend intensives. Please contact us for further information. We look forward to hearing from you!" 
Phone: 575-224-0713
Website: www.taoshomebirth.com
Facebook page link: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Academic-Preceptors-for-National-College-of-Midwifery-Students/182673108478725?sk=info

Posted 3/6/12

NARM Study Skills Intensive 8/10/12 and 8/11/12
8:00 am-4:00 pm both days
Test Preparation for all aspects of the test
Quizzes, Tests, and Test Taking Pointers
Class taught by Jeanne Anderson, LM, CPM and Sue Turner, LM
Class is taught at The Ventura Birth Center in Ventura, CA (3 miles from the ocean).
Class fee $450 per person, space limited.
Please contact for registration form and details either via email or phone:
stmidwife@aol.com (805)256-5012
Jeanne@Whole-Hearts.com (805)427-1393

Posted 3/6/12

I am organizing a BEST workshop and NRP certification in Colorado Springs in June. Would you please pass this information on to the midwives and OOH birth attendants in northern New Mexico? Links below:

• Birth Emergency Skills Training
  for Out-of-Hospital Providers® (BEST)
  – and Neonatal Resuscitation Certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program™ (NRP)

Pamela Crowl,BSM,CPM,RM

crowlmidwife@yahoo.com
http://www.coloradomidwife.com
719-392-6167

Posted 2/3/12

Seeking a midwife for birth center in Kerala, India Click Here for Job Description

For more information see:
www.birthvillage.in
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Brthvillage-Natural-Birthing-Centre/129023770511075

Posted 9/12/11

Opportunity for one or two students to experience midwifery in the Filipino culture (Manila, Philippines).  Applications accepted year around, NCM preceptors provided. Opportunities for prenatal, birth, postpartum and well woman experience.  Contact Sarah Lawton at sarahann1217@gmail.com for application and more information.