Rhode Island Certified Nurse Midwife License Requirements
Complete guide to becoming a Certified Nurse Midwife in Rhode Island
Important Note for Rhode Island
CNMs regulated separately by Advisory Committee on Midwifery.
Autonomous practice: RI regulation defines midwifery as the independent management of childbirth; no physician CPA or supervision required as a condition of licensure (216-RICR-40-05-23).
Prescriptive Authority: Full independent authority
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 | $145 |
| Total | $135 |
Renewal
| Renewal Fee (every 2 years) | $135 |
Continuing Education Requirements
2 substance abuse; 1 hr Alzheimer's one-time
Prerequisites
To become a Certified Nurse Midwife in Rhode Island, you must first hold an active RN license. Rhode Island is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so you may hold a multistate RN license.
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Based on 3 official sources • Last verified: June 2026