The Canadian Midwifery Registration Examination (CMRE) is a national, competency-based exam designed to assess whether entry-level midwives possess the knowledge, skills, and judgment necessary for safe, autonomous practice in Canada.
Below is a general breakdown of the CMRE content structure, based on the Canadian Competencies for Midwives as defined by the Canadian Midwifery Regulators Council (CMRC).
Exam Format Summary
- Format: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) – 180 questions –
- 40-60% case-based MCQs and 40-60% independent questions
- Delivery: Administered electronically or in-person, depending on the jurisdiction and testing cycle
- Language: Available in English and French
- Schedule: Offered twice per year (typically spring and fall)
| Competency Category | % Range for MCQs |
|---|---|
| 1. Primary Care Provider | |
| 1.A. Assessment | 10-14% |
| 1.B. Decision-Making | 10-14% |
| 1.C. Care Planning | 10-14% |
| 1.D. Implementation | 13-18% |
| 1.E. Population Health | 5-8% |
| 1.F. Reproductive and Sexual Health | 5-8% |
| 2. Advocate | 8-12% |
| 3. Communicator | 8-12% |
| 4. Collaborator | 4-8% |
| 5. Professional | 6-10% |
| 6. Life long Learner | 2-4% |
| 7. Leader | 2-4% |
| Total | 100% |
