Business School for Doulas

A top-tier, self-paced online program designed to help you grow your doula business in just 3 months. Led by Stefanie Antunes, one of Canada’s most accomplished doulas, this program draws on her 20 years of experience as a doula, childbirth educator, business owner, and teacher to deliver proven results.

Throughout the 12-week business school for doulas program, you’ll explore key topics such as identifying your target market, pricing your services, website design, conducting a SWOT analysis, business structure, and managing finances as a doula—plus much more. With over 6,000 alumni worldwide, Doula School Canada is trusted by birth workers globally to help them achieve their business goals. Let’s get to work, doulas!

Here’s what’s included EACH month for 3 months:

Get an impactful video every two weeks, guiding you through everything you need to know— from HOW and WHERE to start, to all the essential steps in between—so you can successfully launch and grow your business.
An action plan accompanies each module, ensuring you can actively apply what you learn.
24/7 access to an exclusive members-only support community, where you can connect with experienced doulas and receive ongoing guidance.

“Over our 12 weeks together, I’ll share the lessons I’ve learned from building my birth business over the past 20 years. And before you think, ‘Of course your business is successful after 20 years,’ let me tell you—I grew it by over 1000% in just 5 years once I stopped making excuses! I got honest with myself, focused on my goals, and eliminated what wasn’t working. Now, I want to share those insights with you!”

Business School for Doulas is Recommended for

This course is likely a great fit for you if…

You’ve completed doula or other birth work training and are ready to start or grow your business.
You’re eager to launch your business but feel overwhelmed about where and how to begin.
You have little to no business experience and are ready to learn the steps to get started.
You’re committed to following simple, step-by-step actions to achieve your goals.
You’ve tried a few things but feel frustrated that they aren’t working.
You’re ready to stop making excuses and finally turn your dreams into reality.

On the flip side, this course probably ISN’T for you if…

You don’t believe doulas and birth workers can earn a living doing this work (it’s okay to have doubts, but you need to have hope).
You often find yourself making excuses for why things won’t work for you.
You don’t really enjoy this line of work.
You’re not open to expanding your mindset and trying new approaches.

The Business School for Doulas course is offered through 5 online, self-paced modules, featuring readings, videos, and quizzes designed to solidify your knowledge.

Duration and effort

8+ hours

5 Modules of Self-Guided Online Learning

Lifetime access

Continuing Education

This course qualifies for 8 continuing education units (CEUs) from Doula School Canada

Mentorship

You’ll get access to our member Facebook page, offering a safe space to ask questions, share resources and enhance learning

Materials

Self-directed learning modules and an Action Plan for EACH module that you can use to follow along and jot down your ideas and plans

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We’re here to support your goals with flexible learning options designed for both your personal and professional development.

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- Immediate on-demand access to self-directed videos to follow at your own pace

- Actions plans that will guide you to find how to implement the lessons for your unique birth business

- Links to other helpful sites, activities, and ACTIONABLE steps to build your ideal doula business

- A community of thousands of birth workers who are there to help you succeed

- An incredible faculty who have built successful doula businesses and "walk the walk"

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Why Choose Our Program?

At Doula School Canada, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience, ensuring you are fully prepared to pursue your passion for supporting others with professionalism and confidence.

CLARITY: We're here to help you define your goals and needs so you can achieve meaningful growth.

SUPPORT: We'll guide you through essential business principles, tailored to fit the unique needs of your doula practice.

SELF-PACED: Our program allows you the flexibility to learn at your own pace, engaging with the material when it suits you best.

COMMUNITY: Join our global network of birth workers who share similar challenges and successes, fostering collaboration and support.

TRAINING: Develop the skills to consistently attract clients and maintain steady growth in your practice.

EXPERIENCE: Benefit from over 20 years of proven success in the birth work industry.

Discover Why Doula School Canada Stands Out:

Global Institution: Our certification program is globally recognized, offering expertise that is both relevant and culturally sensitive. Backed by an internationally respected certification and organization, this recognition highlights the credibility, depth, and excellence of our training curriculum over the past 20 years.

Exceeding Industry Standards: Our certification goes above and beyond industry benchmarks, representing comprehensive training that equips you with indispensable skills and knowledge crucial to Birth Workers and Doulas.

Innovative Educational Leadership:
As a leading training institution, we are committed to helping students build a strong educational foundation for lasting success. We provide ongoing, enriching professional development opportunities led by industry pioneers and visionaries, dedicated to incorporating the latest adult learning techniques into every course.

Andrea

“I was really struggling with my website SEO. I spent a year trying to figure it out, registering with Google and Bing and doing everything I thought I needed to do. I even starting watching Youtube videos on how to optimize your website. I talked with Stefanie and she offered me some simple tips to try. After implementing these my website traffic went up 800%. I had more hits on my website in the two weeks after doing these small changes than I had had in the four months prior. I can’t thank Stefanie enough! You don’t know what you don’t know!”

Jennifer Rogers

“Training with DSC to become a Birth Doula has been an amazing positive experience in my life. I feel so blessed to have joined a sensational group of women pushing the bar to educate, encourage and empower women during the most incredible journey of their life.”