"why narrow down to "physical" only?, what about "people with mental disability"? they are
employable as well"
Czy wyobrażasz sobie, że akuszerka - kobieta, która pomaga rodzić dzieci - ma niesprawność intelektualną albo fizyczną? Może zapytaj kobiety ze swojej rodziny.
Poza tym np.:
What qualifications do I need to train as a midwife?
Each university sets its own entry requirements to get onto a full-time degree in midwifery (as do employers offering degree apprenticeships), but as a general guide you'll need at least 5 9-4/A-C grade GCSEs (including English and a science subject) and at least 2 (preferably 3) A' levels - biology may be required by some.
Alternative level 3 qualifications such as an approved access to midwifery course, BTEC National Diploma or International Baccalaureate may be acceptable, but you must check with each university or employer directly before making an application.
https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/midwifery/faq...Przypuszczam, że wymagania w US są podobne.
Zdaje się, że w omawianym tekście określenie "osoba niepełnosprawna" dotyczy rodzącej kobiety.