Birth and Postpartum Doula Training: Empowering Your Birthwork Journey
Support parents through pregnancy, birth, and into postpartum
Are you passionate about supporting families through the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum? Doula School Canada welcomes you to our comprehensive 75-hour Birth and Postpartum Doula Training program, offering internationally recognized certifications and an extensive skill set to confidently guide and support your clients through all stages of their birth and parenting journeys.
- Internationally Recognized Certification: Gain a dual 75-hour certification in both birth and postpartum doula work, exploring the multifaceted realms of birthwork – physiological, psychological, sociological, historical, political, and spiritual.
- Comprehensive Skill Development: Acquire an in-depth understanding and practical skills to confidently support empowered pregnancies, labors, births, and postpartum periods. Learn advocacy, effective therapeutic techniques, and comprehensive client support strategies.
Recommended for
This course is ideal for anyone seeking a new career path in birthwork, individuals on their pregnancy journey, educators, counselors, healthcare professionals, yoga teachers, or those focused on reproductive health.
Duration and effort
75 hours
1-24 months
Dependent on your desired pace and your enrollment choice
Certifications
Certified Birth Doula & Certified Postpartum Doula
Qualifies for obtaining membership in all provincial associations
Mentorship
Mentors always available for one-on-one support
Many free and low-cost webinars for continuing education
Enrollment Options
Fully Self-Paced (start anytime!)
Live-Virtual Trainings
In-Person Course over 5 days
Flexible Learning
Tailor your learning experience with various doula training enrollment options, including Fully Self-Paced, Live-Virtual Course, or In-Person Course, accommodating diverse learning preferences and schedules.
-Dedicated mentorship with your trainer and the mentor team
-In-person lectures in a group setting with your birth doula trainer
-Immediate on-demand access to pre-course and post-course doula content modules
-Hands-on skills buidling on labour support and postpartum support techniques
-Client documents and handouts to get you started
-Readings and assignments to deepen your learning
-Dedicated mentorship with your trainer and the mentor team
-Live lectures with your doula trainers and international experts via Zoom, featuring group support, community building, engaging Q&A sessions, and interactive discussions
-Immediate on-demand access to pre-course and post-course doula content modules
-Hands-on skills buidling on labour support and postpartum support techniques
-Client documents and handouts to get you started
-Readings and assignments to deepen your learning
-Dedicated online and phone mentorship with the team
-Immediate on-demand access to birth doula course content and videos
-Hands-on skills buidling on labour support and postpartum support techniques
-Client documents and handouts to get you started
-Readings and assignments to deepen your learning
“How do I know which one to choose?”
We get that question a LOT. There isn’t ONE RIGHT ANSWER. We encourage you to consider your own learning needs. Here are some questions you can ask yourself:
- Do I learn well on my own? (important for self-directed)
- Do I ‘prefer’ to meet others and interact in class (choose live virtual or in-person)
- What would I need to do to attend in-person? (ie would you need childcare, transportation, etc)
We always believe that learning in-person is the most fun way to learn. So if you like fun (we do) then you might consider that as an option. If you live too far from an in-person course then our live virtual courses are SUPER fun also, but you learn from the comfort of home. Finally our self-directed courses are so chock full of great info and a great option for people who have inflexible schedules, young kids, or fitting their course work around another full-time job.
Why Choose Our Doula Training Program?
75-hour deep dive into pregnancy, birth and postpartum support
Becoming part of the global movement to improve birth and honor the rights of every pregnant and birthing individual.
Making a real difference in people's lives while making a living at something you're passionate about.
Offering invaluable support to the families you work with as you help them prepare for their baby and navigate unexpected events.
Course Credentials: A Global Journey in Doula Education
In today’s diverse and competitive landscape, having an accreditation that is recognized across borders and acknowledged within the global community is crucial. Our program offers two recognized and esteemed certificates: one as a certified birth and labour doula and the other in certified postpartum doula care to offer you the most robust and complete foundation there is. We delve into every aspect of birthwork, from understanding pregnancy changes to advocating for diverse families, understanding the physiological, psychological, sociological, historical, political, and spiritual aspects of birth, and empowering you with holistic knowledge.
Doula School Canada offers a certification that holds significance not only within local communities but also on an international scale. Here’s why this certification stands out:
Prestigious Recognition:
Global Institution: The skills and knowledge that you’ll obtain from Doula School Canada is culturally relevant to Canadian birthwork and backed by a globally recognized certification and institution. This recognition is a testament to the credibility, thoroughness, and standard of excellence upheld by our training program over the past 20 years. DSC is a registered vocational school in Canada.
Exceeding Industry Standards: Our certification exceeds industry standards and best practices in birth and labor doula training. Our diploma signifies that you’ve undergone comprehensive training, ensuring you’re equipped with the essential skills and knowledge required in this field.
In addition to being a leading training institution we have been pioneering hospital and home doula programs in our communities. We serve you a solid foundation, professional opportunities and credibility for your career in birthwork.
Hear From Our Students
Become one of the many successful students who have changed their lives and advanced their careers with our certification programs.
Doula Student
★★★★★
“I looked into a number of different training providers/certifying courses, and I am so glad I chose Doula Canada. I had high expectations going in, but the courses FAR exceeded them. I left feeling informed, impressed and truly inspired. Thank you, Nadine, Andrea and Doula Canada.”
Stefanie G.
★★★★★
“Being a doula has helped me stay grounded and has provided opportunities to set aside my ego. It is some of the most valuable and fulfilling work I have ever done. I am so full of gratitude to be affiliated with such a fast-growing family that never puts the questions and opinions of others down but instead helps them to grow and walk down the path and at the pace that suits every individual. I believe that we reap what we sow, and I hope what I sow makes DSC just as proud to call me a member as I am to call them my team.”
Doula Student
★★★★★
“I loved my course and am grateful to the facilitators for sharing their knowledge and lived experiences with us. Sessions were timely and respectful of everyone’s schedules, which I am very grateful for. They always had time for our questions and didn’t make us feel rushed.”
Graduate Student
★★★★★
“I think the course was well ran for an online session. Training to be a doula can be a balance of hands on and instructional, and the facilitators did a great job finding the balance.”
Training Certification Framework
Our course fee INCLUDES your Certification fee. Below are the steps required to complete certification with Doula School Canada. The best part? We have no annual membership fees!
Complete Your Course
Choose from in-person, live virtual, or self-directed and complete all your assignments and quizzes and your hands-on skills as required.
Additional Trainings
Complete required additional trainings: lactation, IPAC, First Aid/CPR, food safety. Some of these courses are available through us or you can find an alternate option (additional fee)
Support Clients
Get hands-on experience supporting clients and obtain evaluation from the client. We'll support you with many ideas to find clients who are looking for support. These can be paid or pro-bono.
Write Your Exam
Once all your steps are complete you'll sit for your open book exam (from the comfort of your home). The exam summarizes the basic skills required for doula certification.
Doula School Canada Curriculum
Our curriculum dives deep into various aspects of birthwork:
- Pregnancy Changes: Conception, hormonal changes, and supporting clients through challenges.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Historical, cultural, and sociological factors, enhancing support for diverse families.
- Labor and Birth: Doula’s role, emotional support, comfort measures, advocacy during labor.
- Medications and Interventions: Understanding medication options, handling challenging situations, and supporting during cesareans.
- Doula Business: Starting your practice, working options, and client consultations.
- Newborn Care and Feeding: Understanding newborn characteristics and supporting families.
- Perinatal Health Disorders: Identifying and supporting families dealing with postpartum mental health issues.
- Postpartum Support Techniques: Hands-on workshops and lectures for early postpartum care.
Value of Taking Both Courses Together
By enrolling in both the Birth and Postpartum Doula Training simultaneously, you gain a holistic perspective and comprehensive skill set to support families across the entire spectrum of childbirth and postpartum experiences. The combined training offers:
• Enhanced Client Support: A deeper understanding of the complete birth journey, enabling you to provide continuous and comprehensive care to families from pregnancy to postpartum.
• Expanded Business Opportunities: Diversify your services by offering inclusive and holistic support, positioning yourself as a versatile birth and postpartum doula in your community.
• Deeper Confidence: Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in supporting families through all stages, strengthening your confidence as a doula.
Your Investment:
Enrollment in the combined Birth and Postpartum Doula Training starts at $1149.00, with flexible payment plans available for your convenience.
Your Journey Awaits:
Embark on this transformative journey with Doula School Canada and make a profound impact on families’ lives during their most transformative moments
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