Master’s Degree in Women’s Health
The Master’s of Midwifery is a post-licensure, advanced program that expands the scope of practice beyond the perinatal period into the full spectrum of sexual and reproductive health. The program prepares midwives to offer advanced, evidence-based, and compassionate care from menstruation through menopause, including fertility support, reproductive health, and integrative approaches to well-being.
The Master’s of Midwifery is a self-paced, non-semester program. Upon enrollment, students receive access to the complete library of advanced didactic courses. While participants may explore theoretical content according to their interests and availability, some courses require specific prerequisites. For example, completion of Foundations of Midwifery Care is necessary before undertaking advanced modules in Fertility, Gynecology, or Menopause.
The clinical placement component of the program builds upon core midwifery training and is organized in progressive tiers of responsibility, assuring readiness before assuming advanced scope practice. Clinical opportunities include women’s health clinics, fertility and reproductive health centers, and integrative practices. Students may complete placements at our established partner sites or propose options that align with their learning goals.
Flexible Minimum 2 Years Program, XXX Credits, XXXX clinical hrs
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Modules
Advanced Anatomy, Physiology & Endocrine Systems
Advanced Pharmacology for Sexual & Reproductive Health
Differential Diagnosis & Complex Case Management
Advanced Communication & Shared Decision-Making
Clinical Reasoning & Critical Thinking in Extended Scope Practice
Leadership, Teaching & Preceptorship in Midwifery
DOMAIN 2: GENDER STUDIES FOR MIDWIVES
Purpose: Cultivates understanding of gender, sexuality, and reproductive rights within cultural, social, and political contexts.
Modules
Gender, Sexuality & Power in Health Systems
Reproductive Rights, Policy, and Access to Care
Feminist, Queer & Trans Perspectives in Midwifery Practice
Intersectionality, Trauma, and Reproductive Justice
Gender related trauma, systemic discrimination and invisibility.
Decolonizing Women’s Health
DOMAIN 3: PRIMARY CARE MIDWIFERY
Purpose: Equips midwives with skills for preventive, diagnostic, and integrative care beyond pregnancy and birth.
Modules
Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
Screening, Labs & Diagnostic Interpretation
Integrative Approaches in Primary Care
Functional Medicine for Midwives
Referral, Collaboration, and Continuity of Care
Evidence-Based Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine
DOMAIN 4: SEXUAL HEALTH
Purpose: Expands scope to include comprehensive sexual health services, trauma-informed care, and education.
Modules
Sexual Anatomy & Physiology
STI Prevention, Testing & Treatment
Contraceptive Counseling & LARC Procedures
Cervical Screening, HPV, and Gynecologic Health
Sexual Dysfunction & Pelvic Pain
Trauma-Informed Sexual Health Care
DOMAIN 5: MENSTRUATION HEALTH
Purpose: Focuses on menstrual cycle literacy, disorders, and holistic management of menstrual health.
Modules
Menstrual Cycle Physiology & Endocrine Regulation
Common Menstrual Disorders (AUB, Endometriosis, PCOS)
Integrative Menstrual Care: Herbs, Nutrition & Functional Medicine
Menstrual Cycle Tracking, Awareness & Education
Menstrual Health Advocacy & Public Health
DOMAIN 6: FERTILITY & ASSISTED REPRODUCTION
Purpose: Develops skills to support clients seeking conception, fertility awareness, or assisted reproduction.
Modules
Fertility Physiology & Endocrine Regulation
Fertility Awareness-Based Methods (FABMs)
Counseling for Infertility & Early Pregnancy Loss
Assisted Reproduction: IUI Theory & Practice
Integrative Fertility Support (Botanical & Nutritional Therapies)
Ethical & Emotional Dimensions of Fertility Care
DOMAIN 7: PERIMENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE CARE
Purpose: Prepares midwives to provide holistic, evidence-based care during perimenopause and menopause transitions.
Modules
Physiology of Perimenopause & Menopause
Hormone Therapy: Indications, Risks & Benefits
Non-Hormonal & Botanical Interventions
Bone, Cardiovascular & Cognitive Health in Midlife
Sexuality, Identity & Aging
Menopause as a Rite of Passage
DOMAIN 8: WOMEN’S HEALTH FOR MIDWIVES
Purpose: Integrates the full scope of women’s health—preventive, diagnostic, and psychosocial—within midwifery philosophy.
Modules
Gynecologic Care for Midwives
Breast Health & Cancer Screening
Urinary & Pelvic Floor Disorders
Chronic Conditions in Women’s Health
Mental Health Across the Lifespan
Domestic Violence, Safety & Advocacy
DOMAIN 9: CLINICAL INTERNSHIP
Purpose: Translates theory into clinical competence across women’s health, SRH, and integrative care settings.
Structure & Progression
Tier I: Observation & Case Discussion
Tier II: Supervised Practice in Specialized Clinics
Tier III: Semi-Autonomous Advanced Practice
Tier IV: Independent Practice under Preceptor Oversight
Clinical Settings May Include:
Women’s Health Clinics
Fertility & IUI Centers
Menstrual & Menopause Clinics
Sexual Health and STI Services
Integrative or Functional Medicine Practices
Assessments:
Clinical Portfolio & Skills Log
OSCE Evaluations
Reflective Journals
Capstone Clinical Presentation
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DOMAIN 10: MIDWIFERY BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP
Purpose: Supports graduates in designing ethical, sustainable, and integrative practices that align with their expanded scope.
Modules
Advanced Practice Setup & Legal Considerations
Collaborative Agreements & Liability
Integrative Practice Management
Financial Planning & Ethical Marketing
Leadership, Teaching & Community Engagement
Midwifery Consultancy & Global Outreach
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INTEGRATION & CAPSTONE PROJECT
Purpose: Culminates the program through reflective and applied scholarship that synthesizes all domains.
Components
Research Literacy & Scholarly Writing
Applied Research or Quality Improvement Project
Community Education Initiative or Curriculum Design
Oral Defense & Publication Preparation
Professional Portfolio Submission
Program Completion Requirements
Completion of all didactic domains
Minimum 600–900 supervised clinical hours
OSCE and clinical competency evaluations
Approved Capstone Project
Reflective & Professional Portfolio
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DOMAIN: EXTENDED SCOPE MIDWIFERY FOUNDATION
Advanced theoretical and clinical foundations for the expanded practice of midwifery.
Advanced Human Anatomy, Physiology & Endocrine Systems
Advanced Pharmacology for Sexual & Reproductive Health
Clinical Reasoning & Differential Diagnosis
Advanced Evidence-Based Medicine & Research Literacy II
Communication, Shared Decision-Making & Clinical Counseling
Leadership, Teaching & Preceptorship in Midwifery
Interprofessional Collaboration & Referral Pathways
Quality Improvement & Safety in Advanced Practice
DOMAIN: GENDER STUDIES FOR MIDWIVES
Understanding gender, sexuality, and reproductive justice within health systems.
Gender, Sexuality & Power in Health Systems
Feminist & Queer Perspectives in Midwifery
Reproductive Rights, Law & Policy
Intersectionality, Trauma & Reproductive Justice
Decolonizing Women’s Health & Midwifery Education
Global Perspectives on Sexual and Reproductive Rights
DOMAIN: PRIMARY CARE MIDWIFERY
Foundations for holistic preventive and integrative care across the lifespan.
Advanced Health Assessment & Screening
Diagnostic Reasoning & Interpretation of Labs
Integrative Approaches in Primary Care
Functional Medicine in Midwifery Practice
Preventive Care & Chronic Disease Management
Evidence-Based Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine
Collaboration & Continuity of Care
DOMAIN: SEXUAL HEALTH
Advanced knowledge and practical competencies for comprehensive sexual and reproductive care.
Sexual & Reproductive Anatomy Across the Lifespan
STI Prevention, Testing & Management
Contraceptive Methods: Hormonal, Non-Hormonal & LARC
Cervical Screening & Cancer Prevention
Sexual Dysfunction, Pelvic Pain & Trauma-Informed Support
Ethics & Informed Choice in Sexual Health Care
Counseling in Sensitive or High-Stigma Contexts
DOMAIN: MENSTRUATION HEALTH
Cycle literacy and integrative management of menstrual disorders.
Menstrual Cycle Physiology & Endocrine Regulation
Menstrual Disorders: AUB, PCOS, Endometriosis
Integrative Menstrual Care (Botanical, Nutritional, Functional)
Menstrual Tracking & Fertility Awareness Education
Public Health & Menstrual Advocacy
DOMAIN: FERTILITY & ASSISTED REPRODUCTION
Clinical and integrative approaches to fertility, conception, and IUI practice.
Fertility Physiology & Reproductive Endocrinology
Fertility Awareness-Based Methods (FABMs)
Infertility Counseling & Early Pregnancy Loss
Assisted Reproduction & Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Donor Conception & LGBTQIA+ Family-Building
Integrative Fertility Support (Botanical & Nutritional Therapies)
Ethical & Emotional Aspects of Fertility Care
DOMAIN: PERIMENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE CARE
Advanced practice in supporting midlife and hormonal transition.
Perimenopause Physiology & Clinical Assessment
Menopause Symptom Management & Hormone Therapy
Non-Hormonal & Botanical Therapies
Bone, Cardiovascular & Cognitive Health
Sexuality, Identity & Relationship Changes in Midlife
Menopause as Rite of Passage
DOMAIN: WOMEN’S HEALTH FOR MIDWIVES
Expanded preventive, diagnostic, and psychosocial care for women throughout life.
Well-Woman Care Across the Lifespan
Gynecologic Assessment & Procedures
Breast Health & Cancer Screening
Pelvic Floor Disorders & Urinary Health
Mental Health Across the Reproductive Continuum
Violence, Safety & Advocacy in Women’s Health
Chronic Conditions & Integrative Support
DOMAIN: CLINICAL INTERNSHIP
Progressive, supervised practice integrating advanced competencies.
Tiers of Learning
Observation & Case Review
Supervised Practice in Specialized Clinics
Semi-Autonomous Practice under Supervision
Independent Practice with Preceptor Oversight
Clinical Contexts
Women’s Health Clinics
Fertility & IUI Centers
Menstrual & Menopause Clinics
Sexual Health & STI Services
Integrative or Functional Medicine Practices
Integration & Assessment
Clinical Skills Log & Portfolio
OSCE Evaluations
Reflective Supervision Circles
Capstone Clinical Presentation
DOMAIN: MIDWIFERY BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP
Development of sustainable, ethical, and values-aligned professional practice.
Advanced Practice Setup & Legal Considerations
Collaborative Agreements & Liability Management
Business Models for Advanced Practice
Ethical Marketing & Visibility
Financial Planning, Billing & Insurance
Community Outreach & Advocacy
Leadership & Teaching in Midwifery Education
Burnout Prevention & Boundaries
DOMAIN: INTEGRATION & CAPSTONE PROJECT
Culminating academic and reflective synthesis of advanced study.
Research Methods & Proposal Development
Applied Research or Quality Improvement Project
Community Education or Curriculum Design
Oral Defense & Publication Preparation
Professional Reflective Portfolio
Program Completion Requirements
Completion of all didactic domains
600–900 supervised clinical hours
OSCEs and clinical competency verification
Capstone Project approval and defense
Reflective & professional portfolio submission
MASTER OF MIDWIFERY & WOMEN’S HEALTH (POST-LICENSURE)
Hybrid, self-paced, non-semester program
Prepares licensed midwives to extend their scope beyond the perinatal period into comprehensive sexual and reproductive health, fertility, and menopause care across the lifespan.
DOMAIN: EXTENDED SCOPE MIDWIFERY FOUNDATION
Advanced theoretical and clinical foundations for the expanded practice of midwifery.
Advanced Human Anatomy, Physiology & Endocrine Systems
Advanced Pharmacology for Sexual & Reproductive Health
Clinical Reasoning & Differential Diagnosis
Advanced Evidence-Based Medicine & Research Literacy II
Communication, Shared Decision-Making & Clinical Counseling
Leadership, Teaching & Preceptorship in Midwifery
Interprofessional Collaboration & Referral Pathways
Quality Improvement & Safety in Advanced Practice
DOMAIN: GENDER STUDIES FOR MIDWIVES
Understanding gender, sexuality, and reproductive justice within health systems.
Gender, Sexuality & Power in Health Systems
Feminist & Queer Perspectives in Midwifery
Reproductive Rights, Law & Policy
Intersectionality, Trauma & Reproductive Justice
Decolonizing Women’s Health & Midwifery Education
Global Perspectives on Sexual and Reproductive Rights
DOMAIN: PRIMARY CARE MIDWIFERY
Foundations for holistic preventive and integrative care across the lifespan.
Advanced Health Assessment & Screening
Diagnostic Reasoning & Interpretation of Labs
Integrative Approaches in Primary Care
Functional Medicine in Midwifery Practice
Preventive Care & Chronic Disease Management
Evidence-Based Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine
Collaboration & Continuity of Care
DOMAIN: SEXUAL HEALTH
Advanced knowledge and practical competencies for comprehensive sexual and reproductive care.
Sexual & Reproductive Anatomy Across the Lifespan
STI Prevention, Testing & Management
Contraceptive Methods: Hormonal, Non-Hormonal & LARC
Cervical Screening & Cancer Prevention
Sexual Dysfunction, Pelvic Pain & Trauma-Informed Support
Ethics & Informed Choice in Sexual Health Care
Counseling in Sensitive or High-Stigma Contexts
DOMAIN: MENSTRUATION HEALTH
Cycle literacy and integrative management of menstrual disorders.
Menstrual Cycle Physiology & Endocrine Regulation
Menstrual Disorders: AUB, PCOS, Endometriosis
Integrative Menstrual Care (Botanical, Nutritional, Functional)
Menstrual Tracking & Fertility Awareness Education
Public Health & Menstrual Advocacy
DOMAIN: FERTILITY & ASSISTED REPRODUCTION
Clinical and integrative approaches to fertility, conception, and IUI practice.
Fertility Physiology & Reproductive Endocrinology
Fertility Awareness-Based Methods (FABMs)
Infertility Counseling & Early Pregnancy Loss
Assisted Reproduction & Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Donor Conception & LGBTQIA+ Family-Building
Integrative Fertility Support (Botanical & Nutritional Therapies)
Ethical & Emotional Aspects of Fertility Care
DOMAIN: PERIMENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE CARE
Advanced practice in supporting midlife and hormonal transition.
Perimenopause Physiology & Clinical Assessment
Menopause Symptom Management & Hormone Therapy
Non-Hormonal & Botanical Therapies
Bone, Cardiovascular & Cognitive Health
Sexuality, Identity & Relationship Changes in Midlife
Menopause as Rite of Passage
DOMAIN: WOMEN’S HEALTH FOR MIDWIVES
Expanded preventive, diagnostic, and psychosocial care for women throughout life.
Well-Woman Care Across the Lifespan
Gynecologic Assessment & Procedures
Breast Health & Cancer Screening
Pelvic Floor Disorders & Urinary Health
Mental Health Across the Reproductive Continuum
Violence, Safety & Advocacy in Women’s Health
Chronic Conditions & Integrative Support
DOMAIN: CLINICAL INTERNSHIP
Progressive, supervised practice integrating advanced competencies.
Tiers of Learning
Observation & Case Review
Supervised Practice in Specialized Clinics
Semi-Autonomous Practice under Supervision
Independent Practice with Preceptor Oversight
Clinical Contexts
Women’s Health Clinics
Fertility & IUI Centers
Menstrual & Menopause Clinics
Sexual Health & STI Services
Integrative or Functional Medicine Practices
Integration & Assessment
Clinical Skills Log & Portfolio
OSCE Evaluations
Reflective Supervision Circles
Capstone Clinical Presentation
DOMAIN: MIDWIFERY BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP
Development of sustainable, ethical, and values-aligned professional practice.
Advanced Practice Setup & Legal Considerations
Collaborative Agreements & Liability Management
Business Models for Advanced Practice
Ethical Marketing & Visibility
Financial Planning, Billing & Insurance
Community Outreach & Advocacy
Leadership & Teaching in Midwifery Education
Burnout Prevention & Boundaries
DOMAIN: INTEGRATION & CAPSTONE PROJECT
Culminating academic and reflective synthesis of advanced study.
Research Methods & Proposal Development
Applied Research or Quality Improvement Project
Community Education or Curriculum Design
Oral Defense & Publication Preparation
Professional Reflective Portfolio
Program Completion Requirements
Completion of all didactic domains
600–900 supervised clinical hours
OSCEs and clinical competency verification
Capstone Project approval and defense
Reflective & professional portfolio submission
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SEXUAL & REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH MODULES
Sexual and Reproductive Anatomy Across the Lifespan
Fertility, Conception & Preconception Counselling
Family Planning: Natural, Hormonal, and Barrier Methods
STIs, Cervical Screening & Cancer Prevention
Menstrual Cycle Literacy & Menstrual Disorders
Postpartum Sexual Health, Relationship Dynamics & Libido
Reproductive Health in Gender-Diverse Populations
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Tuition & Registration
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Enrollment at Acadia School of Midwifery begins with a registration process designed to ensure each student is well-matched with our program and community. This process includes:
Completion of the registration form and submission of required documents.
An admission interview with our faculty team.
Upon acceptance, immediate access to our online course platform and the Acadia student community.
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Acadia operates on a membership tuition model, providing you with flexible and ongoing access to all our educational resources. This model reflects our commitment to self-paced, community-driven learning while maintaining rigorous academic and clinical standards.
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A one-time, non-refundable Registration Fee of 1,200 USD.
This fee includes your first month of membership access, which covers:
All pre-recorded courses and course materials
Live online meet-ups with faculty and peers
Peer-review groups and study partnerships
Masterclasses with guest experts
Access to our online student community
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Beginning the second month, tuition is charged as a monthly membership fee of 578 USD/month.
The monthly fee ensures ongoing access to:
The full library of pre-recorded courses
New course releases and updated materials
All live sessions, masterclasses, and student community events
Faculty support, peer mentorship, and group learning opportunities
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Membership fees are billed monthly and must be kept current for continued access to coursework, community, and clinical opportunities.
Students may choose to pause or withdraw their membership; however, re-enrollment requires payment of a re-registration fee.
Clinical placements, once eligible, may involve additional travel or supervisory costs, which will be clearly outlined prior to placement.
Who is this Master’s Degree in Midwifery & Women’s Health for?
The Master’s of Midwifery & Women’s Health is designed for practicing midwives, LMs, CPMs, CNMs, and NPs who wish to expand their scope of practice beyond the perinatal period and deepen their expertise across the full continuum of women’s health.
This program is for practitioners who seek to integrate advanced clinical knowledge and diagnostic skills—including conventional medicine, laboratory testing, with functional, botanical, and trauma-informed approaches to women’s health from menstruation through menopause. It offers an integrative model of care that bridges modern science and holistic wisdom, preparing midwives and clinicians to provide comprehensive, lifespan care for women.