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Birth Doula - Course Duration

Because we understand that you have families, jobs, and other commitments - in short, a busy life - we ensure the course is as flexible as it can possibly be. Study at your own pace. If you need a break, go right ahead. If you want to work more quickly, that's great as well.

Flexibility PLUS!

The beauty of certifying as a Birth Doula with Childbirth International is that you have the flexibility to fit it in with your lifestyle. You can complete the course in as little as 2-3 months, or take as long as 3 years. If your family commitments change, you can take a break from studying for a while. If you have holidays coming up and some extra free time, you can pick up a faster pace.

As an estimate, if you study for 10 hours each week, the course will take you 4-6 months to complete and certify. This would include the time it takes for you to complete the study workbooks, and assumes that you attend your two certification births and complete the other requirements in that time. This is similar to other programs once you take into account attending their workshops, supporting at your certifying births and completing their certification requirements. However, as a Childbirth International certified Birth Doula you will have completed the most comprehensive training that is available anywhere in the world! Flexibility Plus!

"I enjoyed feeling like I was able to put my passion for working with pregnant women to good use. I'm kind of going to miss my training. You guys were on the ball!!!! You did an excellent job!" - Melodie, ON Canada

How do programs compare?

Childbirth International
4-6 months including all learning, finding clients, assignments and completing a survey on childbirth classes.

Workshop based programs
2-3 day workshop. Home study work required which generally takes 4-6 months to complete (usually some reading, essays and an exam). Finding and working with clients. Observing classes.


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