Midwifery Workforce Training Act.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Department of Health Care Access and Information to conduct a statewide study on midwifery education. The study will examine the current state of midwifery programs, identify barriers to expanding access, and propose strategies to increase the midwifery workforce in California, particularly in rural and urban areas. The department will then submit a report to the legislature and make it publicly available.
Key provisions
- Requires a statewide study on midwifery education.
- The study will be conducted by an external consultant.
- The study will assess existing and projected needs for midwifery and reproductive health care professionals.
- The study will identify potential education programs and pathways to diversify the student pipeline.
- The study will explore financial sustainability options for midwifery education.
- The study will address the shortage of clinical preceptors.
- The study will consider innovative education models, including consortiums.
- The study will assess the needs of prospective students and preceptors.
Who is affected
- Department of Health Care Access and Information
- Midwifery education programs
- California birthing families
- Medical doctors
- Licensed midwives
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