State
California
Does Mercy In Action program fulfill requirements for professional licensure in this state?
Yes - Mercy In Action College of Midwifery is an approved school in California
Additional clinical requirements for licensure
No
Additional academic requirements for licensure
Courses in Chemistry and Microbiology are required for licensure, and must be completed by the last year of school and prior to graduation; all other requirements are fulfilled by graduating from Mercy In Action College of Midwifery.
Approved State for Clinical Internship?
Yes
Summary of Licensure for CPMS in this state
CPMs are regulated by The Medical Board of California.
MEAC Accredited Education Required?
Yes.
Mercy In Action College of Midwifery is an approved midwifery program in the state of California.
Candidates must complete a three-year postsecondary education program in an accredited midwifery school approved by the Medical Board of California (Board). These schools usually are accredited by the Midwifery Education and Accreditation Council (MEAC), whose accreditation mirrors that of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) requirements and satisfies the Board's criteria.
A Challenge Mechanism Program and Reciprocity also exists for midwives licensed in other states, see website below.
Contact Information for State Regulatory Agency
Medical Board of California
2005 Evergreen Street, Suite 1200
Sacramento, CA 95815
Phone: (800) 633-2322
Email: webmaster@mbc.ca.gov
Website
https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Licensing/Licensed-Midwives/apply/
Student Permit Requirement?
No
Other Information