1. Introduction. In Australia, the scope of practice of midwifery is defined by the Australian College of Midwives ACM, 1, based on the international definition and scope of practice of midwifery agreed by the International Confederation of Midwives. ICM midwives, and in a professional framework of autonomy, partnership, ethics and, Obtain a registered nurse license before or as part of the midwifery training program. science amp, health classes and. Although the midwifery profession has developed differently in each country, we share a common vision of midwifery internationally. The care provided by midwives as practiced by CNMs and CMs includes health promotion and disease prevention. They also outline a conceptual framework that describes the central position of midwives as key providers of safe motherhood services, in the context of universal access to health coverage, health systems policy. and infrastructure that creates an environment conducive to midwifery practice. Salutogenesis theory focuses on health resources and health promotion processes. In the context of midwifery work this is not well described despite the importance to occupational health and intention to remain in the profession. In order to promote a healthy workplace, it is necessary to consider facilitation. Therefore, this section provides an overview of the professions of nursing and midwifery. It describes the philosophies and practices behind them as a basis for understanding the historical evolution of their educational systems and some of the resulting tensions. Nursing is one of the oldest professions.