CNM Advanced Practice

Kansas Certified Nurse Midwife License Requirements

Complete guide to becoming a Certified Nurse Midwife in Kansas

Processing Time

4-8 weeks

Initial Cost

$50

Renewal Period

2 years

Practice Authority

full

Full Practice Authority

Full practice authority: HB 2279 (2022) allows CNMs to practice to the full extent of their education without mandated physician oversight or collaborative agreement as a condition of licensure.

Prescriptive Authority: Kansas does NOT require national certification for NPs, CNMs, or CNSs

1 Education Requirements

Degree Required

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Program Requirements

Complete accredited Certified Nurse Midwife program
Hold active RN license in the state
Clinical hours as specified by program

2 National Certification

Certification Body

AMCB

Required

Yes

American Midwifery Certification Board

3 Fees

Initial Licensure

Application Fee	$50
Total	$50

Renewal

Renewal Fee (every 2 years)

$55

Continuing Education Requirements

Contact hours required

2 years

Renewal cycle

APRN-level content required

Prerequisites

To become a Certified Nurse Midwife in Kansas, you must first hold an active RN license. Kansas is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so you may hold a multistate RN license.

RN Requirements View Kansas RN Requirements