Validation of the work placements is certified by the director of the higher education establishment offering training in midwifery. The student midwife submits this certificate to the Conseil départemental de l’ordre within whose jurisdiction he or she wishes to carry out a replacement.
Authorisation is issued under the conditions set out in article L. 4151-6 for a maximum period of three months. It may be renewed in accordance with the same procedure and for the same period.
No authorisation or renewal of authorisation may be issued after the second year following expiry of the normal duration of the specific training required to obtain the State diploma in midwifery.