Tips for Running a Successful Midwifery Practice

Everything you want to know to make a rock solid midwifery practice!

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"Master the Business of Midwifery: Learn How to Run a Successful Midwifery Practice!"

As a midwife, you’re passionate about providing exceptional care to families — but building and managing a successful midwifery practice requires more than just clinical expertise. In our "Tips for Running a Successful Midwifery Practice" online course, you’ll learn the essential business strategies needed to not only provide outstanding care but also build a thriving practice that supports your goals, values, and long-term success.

Whether you're just starting your practice or looking to take your existing business to the next level, this course is designed to give you the tools and insights you need to manage the business side of your midwifery career with confidence.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Creating a Business Plan: Learn how to outline a clear vision, set realistic goals, and establish your practice’s mission, vision, and values.
  • Financial Management: Gain practical knowledge on budgeting, accounting, and pricing your services to ensure profitability while providing affordable care.
  • Marketing Your Practice: Discover effective strategies to promote your midwifery practice, attract clients, and build a strong reputation in your community.
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Understand the key legal and regulatory requirements for running a midwifery practice, including liability insurance, licensing, and contracts.
  • Managing Client Relationships: Learn how to build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with clients while providing top-tier care.
  • Building a Sustainable Practice: Explore strategies for managing your workload, hiring staff (if needed), and ensuring long-term business sustainability.

Why This Course is Perfect for You:

  • Designed for Midwives: Tailored specifically for midwives who want to build a successful business — not just a healthcare practice.
  • Expert Insights: Taught by experienced midwives and business professionals with hands-on experience running their own practices.
  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Covering everything from financial management to marketing, this course gives you the comprehensive knowledge you need to succeed.
  • Flexible Learning: Learn at your own pace with lifetime access to course materials, and start implementing changes in your practice immediately.

Course Topics Include:

  • Business Planning and Setting Your Vision
  • Financial Management for Midwifery Practices
  • Marketing and Branding Strategies
  • Client Care and Communication Strategies
  • Legal Aspects of Running a Midwifery Practice
  • Hiring and Managing a Team
  • Systems and Tools for Running Your Practice Efficiently

What Our Students Are Saying:

“As a new midwife, I felt lost when it came to the business side of things. This course provided practical, step-by-step guidance that helped me create a solid business plan. I now feel confident in managing both the clinical and business aspects of my practice.”

“I’ve been running my practice for years but didn’t realize how much more I could optimize! The financial and marketing strategies in this course helped me double my client base and streamline my operations. I highly recommend it to any midwife looking to improve their business.”


Your Instructor


Leslie Cornwell, CNM
Leslie Cornwell, CNM

Leslie Cornwell, CNM is a certified nurse-midwife, educator, and consultant dedicated to advancing accessible, evidence-based midwifery and women’s health care. With extensive clinical experience across home birth, birth center, and hospital settings, Leslie brings a practical, real-world approach to education that bridges clinical excellence with sustainable practice management.

As the founder of multiple education and consulting platforms—including Empowering Midwifery Education and Midwifery Business Consultation—Leslie has trained and mentored midwives, nurses, physicians, and birth professionals nationwide. Her courses are known for translating complex clinical guidelines, policies, and systems into clear, actionable tools that providers can confidently implement in their own practices.

Leslie is especially passionate about expanding scope, improving clinical confidence, and supporting midwives in building thriving, ethical, and financially sustainable practices. Through her Teachable courses, she combines clinical expertise, policy development, and real-life case application to empower providers at every stage of their professional journey.


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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

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