Student Application

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All midwifery students in Alberta must be registered with the College of Midwives of Alberta (CMA) in order to undertake any part of their educational experience. Student membership entitles a student to perform the authorized practices comprising the clinical practice of midwifery under the supervision of a qualified supervisor.

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To start the application process, you must complete and submit the online application with the applicable fee(s) and documentation. 

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Annual student registrations are due each September, prior to the start of any clinical placements. Registration is open from July 15 to August 31 of every year.

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To qualify as a student, a person must be:

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• enrolled in a midwifery undergraduate program or a midwifery bridging program approved by the CMA;

• enrolled in a midwifery undergraduate program or a ​midwifery bridging program that has been accepted for assessment for approval; or

• enrolled in a midwifery education program for indigenous people in Canada. This will be addressed through registration collaboration on a case by case basis by the CMA. 

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Requirements for Registration

 

For Registration an applicant must submit:

• Application for registration

• Affidavit of Enrolment in a midwifery education program

• Original documentation of graduation, including transcript and clinical records

• Provide a current criminal record check (within 6 months)

• Submit a copy of government identification 

• Payment of application fee

 

Use the Checklist for Registration - Midwifery Student to ensure the required documents and fees are enclosed with your application. 

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What to Expect After You Submit Your Application

 

• Once you submit your application and supporting documents will be reviewed by CMA staff. 

• Within 5 business days, you will receive notification as to whether your application is complete or if any requirements are still pending.

• When the above requirements and any pending requirements are met, your application is considered complete.  

• Upon a complete application, CMA should be able to approve your application within 10 business days unless there are extenuating circumstances. 

• Upon approval, CMA will notify you via email and issue your certificate of student registration and your student permit entitling you to practice under supervision as a midwifery student in Alberta.

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Costs

 

An invoice for the application fee is generated as soon as you complete your online application through CMA's website or when you renew your student registration. 

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Application fee ------------------------------------------------------------------------C$150

Renewal fee ---------------------------------------------------------------------------C$150

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Student registration fee is $150 CAD and payments may be made by cash, cheque, or by email transfer to info at albertamidwives.org.
If mailing please send to: Suite 310 Midpark Centre 259 Midpark Way SE, Calgary, AB T2X 1M2 

*fees quoted are for 2024 and subject to change, confirm current fees and payment methods with CMA office. 

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Criminal Record Check Canada -------------------------------------------------------C$40-$50

Criminal Record Check Other Countries - varies

Please note these are estimates only and may vary depending on a variety of circumstances. 

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Additional Costs

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There may be additional fees for:​​

• AAM Membership

 

Timelines

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• Decision: within 10 business days of a complete application unless there are extenuating circumstances

• Criminal Record Check: varies

• Affidavit of Enrolment: at the discretion of the institution

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Apply for Registration

 

To apply for registration, you must submit a completed application and fulfill all necessary requirements. Apply here.

 

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