Nurse Midwife Programs in Montana (2026)

Compare certified nurse midwife pathways available to Montana nurses — including MSN-CNM and doctoral options, clinical requirements, and midwifery career outcomes.

70

CNM Pathways Listed

66

Fully Online

18 mo

Fastest Pathway

$119K+

Est. CNM Salary

CNM Education Pathways in Montana

Certified nurse midwife education happens at the graduate level. Most CNMs enter practice through an MSN-CNM program accredited by ACME (Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education). These programs combine advanced women's health theory with clinical rotations in prenatal care, labor and birth, postpartum management, and gynecological care.

Some institutions offer a DNP pathway that adds doctoral-level systems leadership and evidence translation to the CNM credential. A DNP is not currently required for CNM certification, but it positions graduates for leadership roles in hospital systems, birth center administration, and academic faculty positions.

Online delivery is common for didactic coursework. Clinical hours — including a required number of supervised births — must be completed at approved sites. Confirm whether your program arranges clinical placements or requires you to find your own preceptor in Montana before enrolling.

CNM scope of practice and prescriptive authority requirements in Montana are governed by the Montana Board of Nursing and the state's APRN practice act.

How this list is built

We were unable to identify CNM-specific programs in Montana by name alone, so this list shows the broader MSN and DNP program pool available to Montana students. Some accredited nursing programs include a nurse midwifery track or women's health NP specialty. Confirm CNM track availability and ACME accreditation status directly with each school.

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Nurse Midwife Pathway Programs in Montana

Includes MSN and DNP programs that may offer a nurse midwifery or CNM track. Tuition range: $13,500 to $108,000. Confirm CNM track and ACME accreditation with each school.

What is a certified nurse midwife (CNM) and what do they do in Montana?
A Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) is an advanced-practice registered nurse who specializes in pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum care, gynecological care, and primary care for women and newborns. In Montana, CNMs practice in hospitals, birth centers, and increasingly in independent practice settings. CNMs are certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) after completing an accredited midwifery education program and passing a national examination.
How long do nurse midwife programs take in Montana?
Most nurse midwife programs take 24 to 36 months from an accredited BSN through the MSN-CNM pathway. The fastest listed pathway for Montana is 18 months. Clinical requirements are extensive — ACNM-accredited programs require a minimum number of supervised births and clinical rotations in prenatal and gynecological care. Part-time enrollment extends typical timelines by 12 to 18 months.
What do nurse midwife programs cost in Montana?
Nurse midwife pathway programs listed for Montana range from $13,500 to $108,000 in total tuition. Public university programs with in-state rates tend to be significantly more affordable than private programs. Clinical requirements may add travel and housing costs depending on placement locations.
Can I complete a nurse midwife program online in Montana?
Many nurse midwifery programs offer online didactic coursework with locally-arranged clinical placements. 66 online-delivery pathways are listed for Montana, with 4 hybrid options. Clinical birth experience and gynecological rotations must be completed in-person at approved sites. Some programs help arrange placements; others require students to secure their own preceptors — confirm this early.
What accreditation should I look for in a nurse midwife program?
Look for programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education (ACME), the specialized midwifery accreditor. Programs may also hold CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or ACEN accreditation for their MSN credential. ACME accreditation specifically validates that a program prepares graduates for AMCB certification and CNM practice. Confirm accreditation status at each school's website or through the ACME directory.
What is the scope of practice for CNMs in Montana?
Scope of practice for CNMs — including independent birth attendance, prescriptive authority, and practice settings — varies by state law. Verify current Montana CNM scope requirements through the Montana Board of Nursing (https://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/nursing) and the state's APRN practice act. In full-practice authority states, CNMs can practice without physician oversight; in supervised-practice states, collaboration agreements may be required.
Is becoming a certified nurse midwife worth it in Montana?
For nurses drawn to women's health and birth, the case is strong. RNs in Montana average $88,480 annually, while CNMs commonly earn $119,448 or more. Midwifery shortages are acute in rural Montana communities, and some health systems offer substantial signing bonuses and loan repayment for CNMs willing to practice in underserved areas.

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