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New Quality Assurance requirements for midwives


Jan 7, 2022

​Beginning in 2022, midwives registered with BCCNM will complete an annual self-assessment questionnaire as part of registration renewal. The questionnaire is based on the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics and is an opportunity for midwives to complete a thorough assessment of their practice.

The questionnaire includes two items relating to cultural safety and humility. BCCNM has provided a preliminary list of cultural safety and humility resources​ to support nurses and midwives in their practice.

We encourage midwives to review the questionnaire before they begin their registration renewal, and reflect on their answers.

Questions? 

Email qualitymidwives@bccnm.ca.

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Vancouver, BC  V6C 1S4
Canada

info@bccnm​.ca
604.742.6200​
​Toll-free 1.866.880.7101 (within Canada only) ​


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