The American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) is the national certifying body for Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs*) and Certified Midwives (CMs*). The certification function is a critical aspect of professional quality assurance in midwifery. The AMCB consists of officers (President, Secretary and Treasurer), a Board of Directors, an office of full-time staff members and committees responsible for the creation of the national certification examination, certificate maintenance, and research and credentialing/reporting. Purpose: * To set the national certification standard for the profession of midwifery * To develop and administer the certification examination for assessment of entry-level competencies for the practice of midwifery * To award national certification as a Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) or Certified Midwife (CM) to candidates who have met the specified qualifications * To provide a mechanism of certification for all CNMs/CMs * To maintain professional discipline of all CNMs/CMs * To adhere to national standards for certification bodies * To liaison with other organizations to assure quality processes of midwifery certification and professional discipline