§ 37:3249 — Renewal of permits; licenses

A. Every midwifery permit or license must be renewed every two years. An applicant for renewal shall submit to the board:
(1) A renewal application on the form prescribed by the board.
(2) Evidence of completion of thirty contact hours of continuing education as required by the regulations promulgated by the board.
(3) Evidence of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation of the adult and newborn.
(4) Renewal fee as prescribed by the board.
B. Delinquency in renewal of permits or licenses of thirty days or greater shall result in termination of permits or licenses.
C. Any licensed midwife registered in Louisiana who is not practicing licensed midwifery in this state may be placed on inactive status by requesting such status in writing and filing annual reports. Licensed midwives on inactive status will be maintained on the registry and receive mailings. Any licensed midwife who does not seek inactive status and allows her permit to expire may apply for a midwifery license as prescribed in R.S. 37:3245 and must pay the initial registration fee. Inactive status may be maintained for a maximum of two renewals.

Legislative History

Acts 1988, No. 701, §2.