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Preceptors
National College of Midwifery has an outstanding team of dedicated academic and clinical preceptors, all of whom are determined to help students succeed. Our team members offer support and guidance, uniquely tailored to each student. Our goal is to provide an environment where teachers are valued for their outside-the-box thinking, creative ideas, and connection with their students.
Students Hire their Own Preceptors
The team of student and preceptor apply together to the National College of Midwifery. Students may have as many preceptors as they choose throughout their enrollment, but each preceptor must apply to the College and have an approved contract on file with the College for each student with whom they work. Only work completed during student and preceptor enrollment with the College and under an approved contract will count towards completion of a student's NCM program.
The National College of Midwifery recognizes the following categories of practitioners as acceptable preceptors for training midwives:
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Certified Professional Midwives
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Licensed Midwives
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Midwives holding College-accepted certification by their State midwifery organization
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Certified Nurse Midwives
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Physician Assistant Midwives
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Licensed Physicians practicing Obstetrics
Additionally, preceptors must have at least 2 years of working as a midwife.
Other providers such as MDs, NPs, NDs, etc may also serve as preceptors within their scope of practice and expertise.
Student applicants are currently required to find their own clinical preceptor(s).
Preceptors teach the clinical portion of the ASM program; all academics will be taught through our distance learning program by professors provided by NCM (with the exception of one BSM course).
ASM students must have at least one preceptor to enroll and two preceptors accounting for all ASM clinical requirements to complete the program, as several of the NARM skills require the evaluation of two different preceptors. BSM students require one preceptor.
Preceptors must complete a three-step enrollment process, including a 5-minute application, completion of the Preceptor Orientation Course, and affirmation/document verification of an adequate and safe learning site.
Please see the NCM Handbook Living Document Version for information on preceptor rights and responsibilities, and more.
Academic Faculty / Clinical Preceptors
Associate of Science in Midwifery Preceptors:
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Licensed Midwives
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Must have license issued by the jurisdiction in which the midwifery practice is located
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Certified Professional Midwives
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Certified Midwives
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Certified Nurse Midwives
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Physician Assistant Midwives
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Licensed Physicians practicing obstetrics
The Associate Degree student must have two (or more) preceptors registered with the College who must be able to provide the student with the opportunity to obtain the clinical skills and experiences required by NARM.
Bachelor of Science in Midwifery Preceptors:
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Licensed Midwives or Certified Midwives
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Must have a BA or BS degree.
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Must have a License issued in the state where the practice is located or local or national certification
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Certified Nurse Midwives
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Must have a BA or BS degree.
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Physician Assistant Midwives
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Must have a BA or BS degree.
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Licensed Physicians practicing obstetrics

Preceptor
Training and Resources
NCM recognizes that our highly motivated, organized and excellent teachers are a vital part of the foundation of our college. We want you to feel supported, provide you with opportunities for professional learning and growth and help you achieve success.
