CNM Advanced Practice

Oklahoma Certified Nurse Midwife License Requirements

Complete guide to becoming a Certified Nurse Midwife in Oklahoma

Processing Time

4-8 weeks

Initial Cost

$70

Renewal Period

2 years

Practice Authority

reduced

Official source: licensing in Oklahoma is administered by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing. This guide summarizes the board's requirements — always confirm details there before applying. Already licensed? Look up a nursing license in Oklahoma.

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Reduced Practice

Reduced practice: new CNMs require a written supervision/collaborative agreement with a supervising physician for prescriptive authority (59 O.S. 567.3a); independent prescriptive authority only after 6,240 supervised hours.

Prescriptive Authority: Supervised OR Independent prescriptive authority available

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	$70
Total	$70

Renewal

Renewal Fee (every 2 years)

$125

Continuing Education Requirements

Contact hours required

2 years

Renewal cycle

Pharmacology: 15 hours required

RN base + pharmacology for Rx

Prerequisites

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

RN Requirements View Oklahoma RN Requirements

Oklahoma CNM License FAQs

How much does a CNM license cost in Oklahoma?

Expect about $70 in total initial CNM license costs in Oklahoma, including a $70 application fee. Fees can change, so confirm current amounts with the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.

How many CE hours do CNMs need to renew in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma CNMs must complete 24 continuing education hours each 2-year renewal cycle. The renewal fee is $40.

How long does it take to get a CNM license in Oklahoma?

Most complete applications are processed in about 4 to 8 weeks, though background checks and application volume can extend the timeline.

Who issues CNM licenses in Oklahoma?

The Oklahoma Board of Nursing handles CNM license applications, renewals, and verifications. You can reach the board at 405-962-1800.