How can I become a midwife?

I am on the waiting list at a local tech college for the nursing program. The waiting list is 2 years followed by 2 years of education. I thought I'd finish that and then work in a NICU or OB office while going to school for midwifery. I'd really like to work with young women to help them prevent premature births. However, I was told that I have it all wrong and that this path to becoming a midwife is not the best one. So how does one become a midwife, if not like this? I am from Wisconsin.

I think you need a bachelors in nursing or a related feild, you need to be an RN and then a Nurse Practicioner in OB, along with some other extra certifications for midwifery, there is usually some kind of "residency" program, varies from state to state. Call your state board of nursing they will tell you.

go to school

I'm not sure about how to become a midwife, but I have a friend who is a Doula. Maybe you'd be interested in that? My friend loves it because she gets to be there throughout the pregnancy and delivery as a main support person or back-up support for couples. She offers advice on all prenatal, perinatal and post-partum care. She has been a HUGE help and this is my first pregnancy. (now 9 weeks along)

Midwifes have to go through nursing school and graduate of course. You should take classes in midwifery. It would be good to take your clinicals in a Labor and Delivery unit. If in the US you need to become certified with the American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM) You have to complete and accredited midwifery program and pass the exam. After completing and becoming a midwife you are required by law to maintain a safety record on par with those of physicians

duh you do something called learn...