Maternal health is in crisis, and families are looking for advocates. This comprehensive certification program is designed to take you from 'passion' to 'practice.'
Whether you are a nursing student, a mother, or looking for a meaningful career change, this course provides the clinical knowledge, hands-on skills, and business strategy you need to launch a successful Doula agency.
Module 1: The Foundation
History of Birth Work
Scope of Practice & Code of Ethics
The difference between a Doula, Midwife, and OB.
Module 2: The Physiology
Anatomy of Pregnancy
The Hormones of Labor
Stages & Phases of Birth.
Module 3: The Toolkit
Hands-on Comfort Measures (Hip Squeeze, Counter Pressure).
Positioning for Labor (Spinning Babies basics).
Pain Management options (Medical vs. Non-Medical).
Module 4: The Advocate
Navigating the Hospital System.
Understanding Interventions (Inductions, Epidurals, C-Sections).
How to facilitate communication between client and provider.
Module 5: The Postpartum Period
The "Fourth Trimester."
Basic Breastfeeding Support.
Perinatal Mood Disorders (Screening & Referrals).
Module 6: The Business of Birth
Setting up your LLC & Contracts.
Pricing your services.
Marketing & Client Interviews.
Option A: The Fast Track
Duration: 6 Weeks
Schedule: 2 Evenings per week (Virtual)
Best for: Students who want to get certified and start working quickly.
Option B: The Extended Track
Duration: 12 Weeks
Schedule: 1 Evening every 2 weeks (Virtual)
Best for: Students working full-time jobs or parents needing a slower pace.
Community Rate (low income, & single parents): $350.00
Standard Rate: $500.00
Sponsor Rate: $650+ (the additional funds over the standard rate contribute to the scholarship fund to help someone who is low-income or a single parent.)