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;
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enrolled in a midwifery undergraduate program or a ​midwifery bridging program that has been accepted for assessment for approval; or
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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:
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Application for registration
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Affidavit of Enrolment in a midwifery education program
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Provide a current criminal record check (within 6 months)
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Submit a copy of government identification
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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
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Once you submit your application and supporting documents will be reviewed by CMA staff.
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Within 5 business days, you will receive notification as to whether your application is complete or if any requirements are still pending.
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When the above requirements and any pending requirements are met, your application is considered complete.
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Upon a complete application, CMA should be able to approve your application within 10 business days unless there are extenuating circumstances.
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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:​​
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AAM Membership
Timelines
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Decision: within 10 business days of a complete application unless there are extenuating circumstances
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Criminal Record Check: varies
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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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To Consider​
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Processing may take longer when there is a high volume of applications (for example, during renewal November-December, new graduates application May-June).
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Applications are typically reviewed by CMA staff and approved by the Registrar. If your application is referred to the Registration Committee by the Registrar, processing time may take longer and additional fees may apply.
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An application is valid for 6 months from the date of submission. Your file will be closed if your application expires and we do not receive further communication from you.
Fees paid to the CMA
Fees paid to a different provider