CPM-Retired
Retirement status may be granted to any CPM who applies, provided that they meet at least one of the following conditions:
- No longer practicing and have held the CPM credential for at least 9 years,
- Over the age of 60, or
- Medical reasons such as illness or disability.
Application for retirement status is a one-time only requirement. To apply for retirement status the CPM should submit a completed NARM Retirement Status Form 630 along with associated fees.
Retired CPMs:
May use the CPM-Retired title; Will receive a certificate which recognizes the CPM as Retired;
Will be listed in the NARM database/records as Retired versus Expired; Will receive any future mailings from NARM such as e-blasts and newsletters.
Retired CPMs may not:
Use the title of CPM without retired status designation; Practice midwifery using the CPM credential/ certification; Act as a NARM Registered Preceptor.