With major depression, there is a profound sadness or a sense of despair. The symptoms of major depression are defined as lasting at least two weeks, but usually they go on much longer. Other types of depression may have more subtle symptoms.
The American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) is the national certifying body for candidates in nurse-midwifery and midwifery who have received their graduate level education in programs accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education (ACME).
The American College of Nurse-Midwives accredits certified nurse-midwifery education programs and serves as the national specialty society for the nation's CNMs. CNMs in most states are required to. 1  possess a minimum of a graduate degree such as the Master of Science in Nursing or a Doctorate of Nursing Practice.2  pass the NCLEX examination to become a registered nurse. 3  pass the American Midwifery Certification Board exams.NMs in most states are required to. 1  possess a minimum of a graduate degree such as the Master of Science in Nursing or a Doctorate of Nursing Practice. 2  pass the NCLEX examination to become a registered nurse. 3  pass the American Midwifery Certification Board exams.