Web Directory

» Ancient Art Midwifery Institute
   Home study based course designed as an in-depth introduction and apprenticeship to midwifery. No official accreditation offered at the present time.
   http://www.ancientartmidwifery.com/

» Aviva Institute
   Offers on-line, distance based learning for midwives, doulas, breastfeeding coordinators and other related professionals. Provides course and certification details, further resources and a newsletter.
   http://avivainstitute.org

» Bethlehem University - Faculty of Nursing - Midwifery Program
   A two year course for qualified nurses. Provides information on the course and information on admission criteria/process.
   http://www.bethlehem.edu/programs/nursing/midwifery.shtml

» Birthingway College of Midwifery
   Three year degree program training direct-entry midwives. Located in Portland, Oregon. Midwifery Education Accreditation Council (MEAC) accredited.
   http://www.birthingway.org/

» Charles Sturt University - Graduate Diploma of Midwifery
   Based in New South Wales, Australia. Offers registered nurses the opportunity to become practitioners. Provides an in-depth course outline as well as information on entry requirements and scholarships.
   http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/

» Comadres Institute
   A variety of programs and educational retreats focusing mainly on aquanatal and waterbirths. Offers workshops, classes and American Aquanatal Certification.
   http://www.comadresinstitute.com

» Critical Visions
   Critical care and specialty nursing and midwifery education consultants based in Australia.
   http://www.criticalvisions.com

» Flinders University
   Offers undergraduate courses at bachelors and honors levels. Based in Adelaide, Australia.
   http://nursing.flinders.edu.au/about/index.php?id=11

» Frontier School of Midwifery and Family Nursing
   The home of nurse-midwifery in the US, providing innovative education for aspiring midwives.
   http://www.midwives.org/

» Laurentian University
   Canadian school based in Sudbury, Ontario which offers educational programs in both English and French. Four year course.
   http://midwifery.laurentian.ca/

» Maternidad La Luz
   Accredited MEAC school located in El Paso, Texas. Educational program located within a birthing center, provides all clinical experience onsite.
   http://maternidadlaluz.com

» McMaster University Midwifery Education Programme
   Program overview, requirements and course offerings leading to a B.H.Sc. in Midwifery. Ontario, Canada.
   http://www-fhs.mcmaster.ca/midwifery/

» Michigan School of Traditional Midwifery
   Two year program combining correspondence learning and workshops. Scholarships available.
   http://traditionalmidwife.com

» Midwifery in Australia
   An overview of the requirements and various pathways to midwifery available. Offers brief descriptions of qualifications needed, registration boards, education and information on professional bodies.
   http://www.efn.org/~djz/birth/midwifefaq/australia.html#qual

» Midwives College of Utah
   Distance learning direct entry program. Offers degree and certification options.
   http://www.midwifery.edu

» National Midwifery Institute Inc.
   A three year direct entry distance learning program. Details a curriculum overview as well as a student section, tuition fees and FAQ. Based in Vermont.
   http://www.nationalmidwiferyinstitute.com

» Newlife International School of Midwifery
   Direct entry program located in the Philippines. Christian mission based organization affiliated with the National College of Midwifery. Various certifications offered.
   http://www.midwifeschool.org/Home.htm

» Oregon Midwifery
   Midwifery resources for Oregon. Includes schools, professional organizations, links, birth stories.
   http://www.oregonmidwifery.org

» Rotunda Hospital - School of Midwifery
   Based in Ireland. Provides details of courses offered, information for prospective students, school philosophy and describes the yearly prize-giving awards.
   http://www.rotunda.ie/default.asp?p=mec

» SUNY Downstate Medical Center - Midwifery Education Program
   Offers various Nurse-Midwifery certifications. Accredited by the American College of Nurse Midwives and located in Brooklyn, New York.
   http://www.downstate.edu/CHRP/midwifery/index.html

» Seattle Midwifery School
   Private, nonprofit organization that offers training programs for direct-entry midwives, doulas, postpartum doulas, and childbirth educators.
   http://www.seattlemidwifery.org

» The Art of Midwifery
   Offers aspiring midwives and doulas workshops and classes focusing on holistic non-interventive models of care.
   http://www.joannedozor.com/

» The National College of Midwifery
   Offers a number of degree courses in a distance learning format. Also includes course details, application requirements and fees.
   http://www.midwiferycollege.org

» University of Limerick - Higher Diploma (Midwifery)
   Two year program for registered nurses who wish to join the profession. Describes entrance requirements, a brief break down of the course and direction for admission enquiries. Located in Ireland.
   http://www2.ul.ie/web/WWW/Services/Marketing/Undergraduate_Course_Guide/Education_&_Health_Sciences/LM156_Bachelor_of_Science_in_Midwifery

» Well Mother
   Courses for midwives focusing on the use of shiatsu and massage, aiming to develop sensitive and holistic care.
   http://www.wellmother.org/shaitsu-courses/shiatsu-courses-midwives-doulas.html