Section 216-RICR-40-05-23.6 - Qualifications of MidwivesA. An applicant for a license to practice midwifery in Rhode Island shall have successfully completed an accredited educational program in midwifery and has evidence of certification. The Director shall require submission of such information as may be deemed necessary to evaluate the nature and scope of the applicant's academic and clinical preparation in accordance with the requirements of this Part. Such information may include but not be limited to: 1. Transcripts of academic courses or other documented evidence of successful completion of an approved educational program in midwifery;2. Documentation of successful completion of a written examination in accordance with the requirements of §23.7.1 of this Part.3. Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNM) must hold a current Rhode Island license as a registered nurse or privilege to practice and shall not hold an encumbered license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in any state or territory.4. Submitting a copy of written notification from the Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) indicating that no disqualification information has been found or requesting the BCI provide the Department with a copy of the criminal background report.5. Payment of required fee as stipulated in §§23.7.2(B) and 23.7.3 of this Part.216 R.I. Code R. § 216-RICR-40-05-23.6