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Summary of the Steps to Certification

1.  Register for the doula training, the training qualifies you to apply for certification.
​2.  Read the required reading.
3.  Observe a childbirth education class.
​4.  Create a resource list. 

5.  Create an account at DONA International and become a member. 
6.  After the training and before your first birth purchase the Birth Doula Training Certification Packet.

7.  Attend a minimum of 3 births for certification.
8.  Complete the paperwork required for documenting the births.
9.  Take an online business webinar at DONA International.
​For more detailed information and a breakdown of the fees associated with becoming certified download the 
DONA International Certification Guide 


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What doula trainees are saying about the workshops . . . . . . .

I came away from the doula training with a very empowering driving force to make a difference.
                  - Boca Raton Doula Trainee
What a joy it was to take your workshop.  I thank you for your time and for being a wonderful example of what we can achieve.    - Ft.Pierce Doula Trainee