Infected People Can Pass Zika Through Sex Even When They Donât Have Symptoms. Many people infected with Zika virus wonât have symptoms or will only have mild symptoms, and they may not know they have been infected. Zika can also be passed from a person before their symptoms start, while they have symptoms, and after their symptoms end.
The second way to become a midwife is to complete a Bachelor of Nursing degree and then to complete a Graduate Diploma or Master of Midwifery. These programs are generally 12-18 months in length. The nursing degree generally takes 3 years.
Because of their professionalism and expertise, midwives are often part of a labor and delivery team associated with a local hospital. You can choose to use the services of a midwife whether you elect to give birth at home, a birthing center, or at a hospital. Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) : a midwife trained and licensed in nursing and midwifery. 2  Nurse-midwives must have at least a bachelorâs degree from an accredited institution. 3  They are also certified by the American College of Nurse Midwives. 4  Certified Midwife (CM) : an individual trained and certified in midwifery.