Overview
The University of Michigan School of Nursing offers a combined program in Nurse-Midwifery and Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner that broadens your scope of practice and provides career flexibility. Graduating from this program equips you to provide reproductive and maternity care while also serving whole communities across the lifespan in diverse practice settings.
With this dual certification, you'll be empowered to help individuals make informed decisions about their healthcare while also helping families prevent future health complications. This program combines primary care with nurse-midwifery, preparing you to sit for certification exams in both fields upon completion.
Is This Specialty Right for Me?
This combined program is ideal for individuals who are passionate about providing comprehensive reproductive health and family care. If you want to expand your scope of practice and create a significant impact on both maternal and newborn health and primary care, this dual program is designed for you.
Graduates often pursue careers as:
- Nurse-midwives who provide maternal and newborn care
- Family nurse practitioners who offer primary care across the lifespan
- Healthcare leaders in community health and family-centered practice
What should I consider when applying?
Before applying, ask yourself:
- Am I prepared for the time commitment required for coursework and extensive clinical experiences?
- Do I understand the scope of practice and opportunities available, including diverse and global clinical sites?
- How does a career in nurse-midwifery align with my long-term professional goals and passion for maternal health?
Learn more about the prerequisites and hear from graduates who can share what it’s like to study in these two highly-ranked specialties.
Learning and Program Plans
The combined curriculum merges the Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner and Nurse-Midwifery programs, enabling graduates to offer care across the lifespan—from pregnancy and childbirth to infancy through old age. The program emphasizes a blend of health sciences theory and clinical preparation, ensuring you have the knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide comprehensive healthcare in various settings.
