These regulations are an example for the nation for the importance of licensing Certified Midwives to the full-scope of practice consistent with education and certification as Advanced Practice Midwives. Thrilled for VA to finally be moving forward with licensure 2 YEARS after the law was passed. Approve these regs, as written by CM and CNMs in partnership with the VDHP based on the law passed by the GA and approved by the Boards of Nursing and Medicine.