ProDoula

14 Days to Doula Certification

Posted on: August 21, 2024 | Become a Doula, Doula Certification

The ProDoula 14 days to doula certification process is streamlined and efficient, ensuring that “learners” can achieve doula certification within 14 days without compromising on the quality of their learning.

The 14 days to doula certification program is thorough, covering all essential aspects of doula support, including theoretical knowledge, practical skills and business related topics.

Our carefully curated, up-to-date, evidence based curriculum coupled with focused training for adult learners, equips new doulas to feel competent, and prepared to begin their professional doula journey right away.

Through our doula certification program the average time it takes for a learner to complete doula certification is just 14 days. This ensures that aspiring doulas are certified, and equipped to begin providing families with the physical, educational and emotional support they seek while also qualifying for reimbursement through many state funded and insurance coverage programs.

Ready to be a certified doula in just 14 days?

Follow these 3 simple steps!

Step 1: Register for a doula training

• Objective: Become a ProDoula “learner” by registering for one of our comprehensive doula training programs and becoming a ProDoula member.
  • Process:
    • Choose and attend the training program you desire on a date that works best for you.
    • The training includes a robust curriculum that covers topics essential to your readiness as a doula both practically and professionally.
    • All materials and resources necessary to your training are included.

Step 2: Become CPR Certified

• Objective: Obtain certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to enhance your skills in an emergency situation.
  • Process:
    • Learners must complete an approved CPR training course, which can be taken in-person or online.
    • The CPR course should cover adult, child, and infant resuscitation techniques.
    • Upon successful completion, you will receive a CPR certification which is a requirement for completing your doula certification.

Step 3: Successfully complete the correlating comprehensive online exam

• Objective: Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in topics relating to the modality (Labor, postpartum, etc.) you have trained in.
  • Process:
    • After completing your ProDoula training, you will receive a link to your comprehensive online certification exam.
    • The exam is not timed and you can begin working on it immediately.
    • The exam tests your understanding of the course material, including scenarios and best practices surrounding doula support.
    • You must achieve a passing score to be awarded your doula certification.

ProDoula has supported tens of thousands of people just like you who aspire to do this incredible work. We invite you to contact us with any and all questions so that we can help you get on the 14 days to doula certification path!