2006 Louisiana Laws - RS 37:3255 — Examination

§3255.  Examination

A.  Any person applying for a midwifery license must pass a qualifying examination administered under the auspices of the board.  The board shall offer the examination at least twice a year.  

B.  The examination shall consist of two parts:

(1)  A written examination designed to test knowledge of theory regarding pregnancy and childbirth and to test clinical judgment in licensed midwifery management.  

(2)  A practical examination designed to demonstrate the mastery of skills necessary for the practice of licensed midwifery.  

C.  A candidate for examination, who fails to pass the examination within two examination periods, shall have that* permit terminated.  The candidate may apply to take the examination after a period of additional study and clinical experience as prescribed by the board.  

Acts 1988, No. 701, §2.

*As appears in enrolled bill.  

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