International School of Midwifery
Dress Code
    Students are expected to attend class and clinical in professional attire that is appropriate to the setting. All students will wear the uniform that is required by the preceptor or facility when doing clinicals or births. In addition: Jewelry will be limited to a watch and 1 pair of small earrings; appropriate shoes will be worn at all times, hair will be pulled back, braided or covered. Students are expected to maintain a high standard of personal cleanliness and grooming. All students must be clean, neat, and dress in a modest fashion during class time and clinicals.
Food or Smoking
    Food or beverages can be obtained at stores and restaurants in the immediate vicinity of the school. A microwave oven is available to heat up food brought from home. It is requested that the student clean up after each meal.
    Students who wish to smoke may only do so during breaks and only outside of the school building. The school is a non-smoking facility. The school heavily discourages  smoking at any time.
Telephones
    All students are required to have a cell phone. Therefore, there is no reason for students to have incoming calls or make outgoing calls on school phones.
Location and Facilities
    The International School of Midwifery is located in Miami, Florida. Miami  is a true
international city located in the metropolitan South Florida area. Miami is famed for its beautiful beaches, ethnic diversity and abundance of activities, both educational and cultural.
    ISOM is located at 140 NE 119 Street in Miami, Florida. The facility consists of a large lecture and
reception room, one examination/procedure room, business office and media room/library. The school is handicap accessible and is adjacent to the Miami Maternity Center.
    The school is situated within walking distance of numerous restaurants and retail stores. Various houses of worship are in close proximity.
Ownership
    The International School of Midwifery is incorporated under the laws of the State of Florida and owned by its principle stockholder, Shari Daniels, L.M.  The corporate offices are located at:
                                       140 NE119th Street; Miami, FL 33161.
Licensure
    The International School of Midwifery is licensed by the Commission of Independent Education
Florida Department of Education. Additional  information regarding this institution may be obtained
by contacting the Commission at: 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414; Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400.
Toll free telephone 888-224-6684.
Administration
    Shari Daniels, LM. MS Ed, CPM,  President/Director of Midwifery Education/
                            Curriculum Developer/Advisor.
    Carol Williams,  Administrative Supervisor
    Marion Taylor,  Curriculum Developer/Advisor
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Faculty
    Shari Daniels, M.Ed.,LM       Brenda Blue-Gordon, CNA,RMA Lab       Angela Bolivar, RN
    Cesar DiRocco, OB GYN       Janice Heller, LM/Acupuncturist              Mary Harris, LM
    Kim Marks, CPA                   Eddie Martinez, DC                                  Robin Masbwe
    Grace Puerto, LPN               Harold Puerto, RN
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History
Program Objectives
Class Size
Equal Opportunity
Disclosure Statement
Job Placement
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Counseling
Community Service
Graduation
Graduation with Honors
Future Climate
Tutoring
Organizations
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Library
Hours of Operation
School Holidays
Previous Training Credit
Student Records
Transcripts
Admission Information
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Practicum/Internship
Grading System
Leave of Absence
Withdrawal/Termination
Reinstatement
Probation
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Attendance
Drugs/Alcohol Policy
Respect for Property
Decorum & Behavior
Disciplinary Policy
Grievance Policy
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Dress Code
Food and Smoking
Telephones
Location & Facilities
Ownership
Licensure
Administration
Faculty
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Tuition and Fees
Financial Aid
Scholarships
Work Study
Future Employ Deferrals
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Equipment and Texts
Refund Policy
Termination Date
Program/Tuition Changes
Advisory Board
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Intro to Midwifery
Midwifery Assistant
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Senior Midwifery Studies
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3-Year  Program
PAGE 13
4-Month Pre-licensure
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Birth Center Admin
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Course Descriptions
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A Letter from the Director
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Application

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