To be eligible for licensure as a Licensed Midwife, an applicant shall:

1. (1) Be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school or possess a graduate education diploma (GED);
2. (2) Be a citizen or lawfully authorized to reside and be employed in the United States;
3. (3) Be currently certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for health care providers by the American Heart Association or equivalent;
4. (4) Be currently certified in neonatal resuscitation by the American Academy of Pediatrics or equivalent;
5. (5) Be currently certified from the North American Registry of Midwives, American Midwife Certification Board, or successor organization approved by the Commissioner;
6. (6) Be currently certified in blood borne pathogen training from the American Red Cross or equivalent;
7. (7) Have a successful completion of a background check; and
8. (8) Provide proof of completion of coursework or a training certificate within the last three (3) years in administration of medicine that includes injections and IV administration.

Added at 38 Ok Reg 2005, eff 9-11-21