Sec. 17116.
(1) If the department receives a completed application and an application fee and temporary license fee described in section 16326, the board shall grant a nonrenewable temporary license under this part to an individual who holds a credential of certified professional midwife from a midwifery education program that does not meet the requirements of section 17115(1)(a). An individual who holds a temporary license under this section must hold a midwifery bridge certificate awarded by the North American Registry of Midwives, or an equivalent credential approved by the board, to qualify for a license when his or her temporary license expires.
(2) The term of a temporary license under this section is 24 months.
(3) An applicant who is granted a temporary license under this section is subject to all other requirements of this part and rules promulgated under this part, and the department may automatically void the temporary license if the applicant fails to comply with those requirements.
(4) An individual who paid an application fee under section 16326 in connection with an application for a temporary license under this section is not required to pay an application fee in connection with an application for an initial license under this part if the department receives the application within 60 days after the expiration of the temporary license.
History: Add. 2016, Act 417, Eff. Apr. 4, 2017 Popular Name: Act 368
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Act 368 of 1978 - Public Health Code (333.1101 - 333.25211)
Article 15 - Occupations (333.16101...333.18838)
368-1978-15-171. - Part 171. Midwifery (333.17101...333.17123)
Section 333.17101 - Definitions; Principles of Construction.
Section 333.17103 - Use of Titles, Words, or Initials.
Section 333.17105 - Practice of Midwifery; License Required; Additional Exemptions.
Section 333.17107 - Transfer of Care to Physician or Hospital; Protocol.
Section 333.17109 - Informed Consent.
Section 333.17110 - Liability of Health Care Worker for Act or Omission of Midwife.
Section 333.17113 - Michigan Board of Licensed Midwifery; Creation; Membership; Terms.
Section 333.17115 - Licensure; Requirements; Credential.
Section 333.17119 - Individual Licensed in Another State; Requirements.
Section 333.17121 - Initial or Renewal Licenses; Term.
Section 333.17123 - Third Party Reimbursement or Worker's Compensation Benefits.