Student Membership

NACPM’s purpose is to be the powerful collective voice for Certified Professional Midwives to ensure that all parents and babies have a healthy start, to strengthen the profession, and to redefine public policy with the values of CPM care.

NACPM is working for you to create a secure foothold for CPMs in the US healthcare system, to support the growth of the profession and remove barriers to practice – for the sake of women, infants and families, including the most vulnerable.

In addition to working on behalf of CPMs and families, NACPM also offers opportunities for professional development through our continuing education webinars. There are numerous membership benefits such as discounts on journal subscriptions and professional liability insurance.

Join NACPM as a Student Member!

At NACPM, we’re dedicated to supporting future midwives by providing access to valuable resources, advocacy, and a network of like-minded professionals. As a student member, you'll be connected to the midwifery community and receive exclusive benefits that will support your journey to becoming a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM).

Why Become a Student Member?

• Access to Resources: Gain access to educational materials, webinars, and other valuable resources designed to support your studies and professional growth.

• Advocacy Support: Join a community that is actively working to advocate for midwifery education, practice, and policy.

• Networking Opportunities: Connect with other students, midwives, and professionals across the country to build a strong network of support and guidance.

• Stay Informed: Stay up-to-date on important midwifery topics, legislative updates, and professional opportunities that will help you as you progress in your career.

Green Bottle Membership Tiers: The Green Bottle Membership Model offers a sliding scale that reflects your personal financial situation. We understand that factors such as caregiving responsibilities, access to resources, and financial privilege play a significant role in determining what you can afford. This model is designed to ensure that NACPM membership remains accessible to everyone, no matter their financial background. Below, you'll find the details of each membership tier, which range from a full-fee membership to a 90% discount based on your financial experience.

Definitions: Basic Needs include food, housing, and transportation. Expendable Income means you can afford things like coffee or tea at a shop, going to movies, buying new clothes, books, and similar items each month.

Student Membership Tiers

The Green Bottle Membership Model offers a sliding scale system that adjusts your membership fee based on your financial situation. We understand that every student’s financial circumstances are unique, and this model ensures that NACPM membership is accessible to all, no matter your background. The following tiers are available for student members:

Tier 4 (Full Fee): $100/year
Description: For students comfortably able to meet all basic needs and can afford the full membership fee.

Tier 3 (25% Discount): $75/year
Description: For students who may experience some financial stress but are generally able to meet basic needs.

Tier 2 (50% Discount): $50/year
Description: For students who regularly meet basic needs but still face financial stress.

Tier 1 (75% Discount): $25/year
Description: For students facing significant financial hardship and who struggle to meet basic needs.

These tiers are designed to ensure that all students, regardless of financial background, can access the support and resources they need on their journey to becoming a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM). We trust students to choose the tier that best reflects their financial capacity, while ensuring NACPM’s valuable services remain accessible to everyone.

Special Opportunity for Midwifery Schools:
If you are a student enrolled in a midwifery school, you may be eligible for free NACPM membership! For a $500 annual sponsorship, midwifery schools can provide free membership to all of their enrolled students. This is an incredible opportunity for students to take advantage of the benefits of NACPM membership at no cost.

Participating Schools
Take a look at the list of participating midwifery schools offering free membership to their students. If you don’t see your school on the list, please ask your school administrator about the possibility of participating in this program.

• Mercy in Action College of Midwifery

For Schools Interested in Sponsorship
If you're an administrator at a midwifery school and would like to participate in this program, please reach out to us at membership@nacpm.org.

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