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Wyoming Certified Nurse Midwife License Requirements
Complete guide to becoming a Certified Nurse Midwife in Wyoming
Processing Time
4-8 weeks
Initial Cost
$180
Renewal Period
2 years
Practice Authority
full
Full Practice Authority
Full practice authority without physician oversight
Prescriptive Authority: Full Practice Authority state; Wyoming does NOT require APRNs to hold a separate RN license
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 | $180 |
| Total | $180 |
Renewal
| Renewal Fee (every 2 years) | $70 |
Prerequisites
To become a Certified Nurse Midwife in Wyoming, you must first hold an active RN license. Wyoming is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so you may hold a multistate RN license.
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Based on 1 official sources • Last verified: January 2026