Since 2000
Become a Certified Doula
Online, Self-paced, Doula Certification for Life.
Carrot Fertility · Maven · Medicaid Approved · Certified for Life No Certification · Membership · Grading or Support Fees
Why Birth Arts International
Real Support
Business Skills
Unlocking success in your business means mastering a few key elements: securing contracts, managing fees, attracting clients, and building a thriving agency.
Certified for Life!
Say goodbye to renewal fees, re-testing, and all those frustrating hoops! With us, it’s smooth sailing from start to finish. Enjoy peace of mind — forever!
Certification Requirements
(the six steps)
Online Classroom
Birth Attendance
Reading List
Portfolio Evaluation
Childbirth Education
Career Business Skills
Simple, Lifetime Pricing
Pay In Full
$790
Payment Plan
3 × $267
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Birth Do I Need to Attend?
For your certification, you need to attend 3 births. These can be homebirth, hospital, birth center, C-section, or VBAC. We count all student work towards certification.
Is the Certification All Online? Do I need to Attend at Certain Times?
Yes, it is all online, and we have an extension student resource center to assist you. We also have live sessions you can attend if you want, we cover specific topics, but none of these are mandatory and we put the recordings up in the student resource center if you want to check them out later.
Does My Certification Expire?
Simple answer: No, it does not.
If you are working in an insurance, hospital, or state Medicaid program, you may need to re-certify to remain compliant with them. We have a process to assist you in remaining up to date with your payer.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. We do not charge extra or hidden fees.
What Our Graduates Have to Say!
The Birth Arts International Doula Certification has given me everything I need to start my business as a doula. Every single birth I attended for my certification taught me something valuable. I feel that now, as I continue to take clients, I have the experience I need to handle various situations (even though I know I’ll always be learning at every birth, I feel more confident and credible).
This program covered all the bases we need to be successful and confident. I’m extremely happy I chose this course, and I’m also extremely happy that now I’m certified for life, and I don’t have to pay fees to keep my standing as a certified doula. In addition, I also love that within Birth Arts; there are SO many opportunities for continuing education.
Kylie Marshall
Graduate
Dawn Bollhoefer
Graduate
Become a Doula and Make a Difference
For Clients
What can a Doula offer Clients?
At Birth Arts International, our doulas are trained to offer families holistic, evidence-based resources and education. Moreover, we know that doulas can help families navigate pregnancy and birth and assist with communication between the client and care providers. Doulas assist families in advocating and learning what options work best for them. Birth Doulas are linked with greater birth satisfaction. We also know that hospitals and birth centers respect our students and our program.
Your services will make a difference for a lifetime. Check out how doulas can improve outcomes.
Physical & Emotional Support
What types of support can doulas offer?
In fact, Doulas offer evidence-based, positional, and educational support in labor, making their work priceless. Doulas assist clients with hands-on comfort measures and techniques, like breathing techniques, massage, positioning, etc. The magic of the doula touch. Additionally, in labor, Doulas help clients feel supported, create space, offer emotional support, and allow labor to progress. Certified Doulas support families in all types of birth and all birth settings. Studies indicate that all families can benefit from doula care. Studies additionally show that doulas change birth outcomes and increase client satisfaction. See why we are the best!
Family Care
Doulas Support the Whole Family
The Doula can also support the client’s partner or support person at birth. They offer guidance, education, and support. Supportive care benefits all involved with the birth team.
Consequently, during birth, the Doula can assist the partner/support person in assisting the client with support and care. After delivery, they can help with infant bonding, personal care, and feeding techniques. Doulas can assist families with postbirth planning and support.
We know that family care is essential to the health and well-being of the pregnant person and their family. That is why we train you to be the best for what the family you are working with needs.
Enroll Now!
When you enroll, you are supported and connected to students worldwide. Now is the time to take your skills and passions and have a career you love.