The eligibility criteria, training content, and scope of practice for prescriptive authority for midwives: a modified Delphi study†

Abstract

To investigate the necessary eligibility criteria for prescriptive authority for midwives, gather suggestions from experts on training content for prescriptive authority for midwives, and explore the scope of practice of their prescriptive authority in certain circumstances. The results of this study could serve as a reference for the development of policies on prescriptive authority for midwives.

Keywords

• delphi study
• midwife
• eligibility criteria
• training content
• circumstances
• scope of practice
• prescriptive authority
• prescription forms