State
Louisiana
Does Mercy In Action program fulfill requirements for professional licensure in this state?
Yes
Additional clinical requirements for licensure
No
Additional academic requirements for licensure
No
Approved State for Clinical Internship?
Yes
Summary of Licensure for CPMS in this state
CPMs licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners.
MEAC Accredited Education Required?
No.
Contact Information for State Regulatory Agency
Mailing Address:
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
PO Box 30250 New Orleans, LA 70190-0250
Physical Address:
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
Office of Continuing Education
630 Camp Street New Orleans, LA 70130-3400
Phone: (504) 568 6820 ext 233
Email: lsbmever@lsbme.org
Website
http://www.lsbme.la.gov/licensure/licensed-midwives
Student Permit Requirement?
Yes, apprentice permit required. Must obtain permit to apprentice under a LA midwife. An apprentice must meet the following criteria: Must be graduated from high school, 21 years of age, have CPR certification, citizenship in the US or visa, and complete a certification signed by the Dean of the school the student is attending for Midwifery degree.
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