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⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact No governing authority for direct-entry midwives directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your midwife (cpm/lm) license from South Carolina to North Carolina
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| Requirement | South Carolina (SC) | North Carolina (NC) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Exam Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | application fee: $50; total initial fees: $50; confidence: high; sources: https://dph.sc.gov/professionals/bureau-healthcare-quality/midwifery-licensing; https://dph.sc.gov/sites/scdph/files/Library/Regulations/R.60-24.pdf | application fee: $0 under current law (no CPM license program exists, so no fees apply). Proposed S 617 / HB 495 would authorize the Council to set fees, but specific amounts are not established in the bills.; license fee: $0 under current law. Proposed legislation would have the Council set license fees by rule.; confidence: high; sources: https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/House/PDF/H495v1.pdf; https://carolinapublicpress.org/73752/with-home-births-growing-nc-could-rethink-licensing-of-certified-midwives/ |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years; CE hours: null; Fee: null | Period: null years; CE hours: null; Fee: $0 under current law. Proposed legislation would authorize the Council to set renewal fees by rule; amounts not specified in bill text. |
Data verified as of 2026-03-09. Requirements may have changed since verification.
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