Entry Level Doula Training
Course Description
The Entry Level Doula Training course is designed to equip aspiring doulas with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to support individuals during fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. This comprehensive training program emphasizes evidence-based practices, emotional support techniques, and practical skills that are essential for providing holistic care to families.
Participants will learn to:
1. Understand the role of a doula and the various types of doulas (birth, postpartum, etc.).
2. Develop effective communication skills to foster trust and rapport with clients.
3. Gain knowledge about pregnancy physiology, labor processes, and postpartum recovery.
4. Explore comfort measures and pain management techniques utilized during labor.
5. Recognize the importance of informed consent and advocacy in maternity care.
6. Learn about cultural competency and how to provide inclusive support for diverse
populations.
The course will be delivered through a combination of online lectures, interactive workshops, hands-on practice sessions, and group discussions. Participants will have access to a variety of resources including reading materials, videos demonstrating techniques, case studies for analysis, and opportunities for peer feedback.
Upcoming Training Dates
- March 15, 2025 – September 20, 2025
- September 7, 2025 – March 14, 2026
In order to enroll in our Entry Level Doula Training Program, you must provide and complete the following below:
1. High School Diploma/GED
2. Must be at least 18 years of age.
3. Schedule a Discovery Call
4. Complete Official Registration
5. Attend Doula Orientation
The student must be able to complete all of the following requirements after their in-person training:
1. Must be available 24/7 to support birth and postpartum clients.
2. Support 4 Birth & 4 Postpartum Clients
3. Complete Childbirth Education Class
4. Complete Basic Breastfeeding Course
5. Obtain CPR Certification
6. Obtain NRP Certification
7. Doula Mentorship Program
Module 1 : New Doula Orientation
Duration : 2hr.
Module 2 : The Black Doula Training Orientation
Duration : 3hr.
Module 3 : Introduction to Women's Health
Duration : 2hr.
Module 4 : Introduction to Maternal-Infant Health
Duration : 2hr.
Module 5 : Introduction to Holistic Medicine
Duration : 4hr.
Module 6 : History of Midwives & Doulas
Duration : 1hr. 30min.
Module 7 : Stages of Pregnancy
Duration : 5hr.
Module 8 : Prenatal Nutrition
Duration : 1hr. 30min.
Module 9 : Medicalized Birth
Duration : 1hr. 30min.
Module 10 : Labor & Delivery Complications
Duration : 3hr.
Module 11 : Medical Interventions & Procedures
Duration : 2hr. 10min.
Module 12 : Integrating Doulas into Hospital Births
Duration : 1hr. 50min.
Module 13 : Universal Policy & Procedures
Duration : 1hr. 10min.
Module 14 : Anatomy of the Pelvis
Duration : 1hr. 10min.
Module 15 : Perineal Tears and Trauma
Duration : 1hr.
Module 16 : Introduction to the Postpartum Period
Duration : 3hr. 10min.
Module 17 : Postpartum Complications
Duration : 1hr. 40min.
Module 18 : Postpartum Mood Disorders
Duration : 1hr. 10min.
Module 19 : Loss/Bereavement
Duration : 1hr. 30min.
Module 20 : Basics of Breastfeeding
Duration : 3hr.
Module 21: Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Duration : 3hr.
Module 22: Introduction to Doula Business
Duration : 3hr.
Module 23: Doula In-Person Skills Exam
Duration : 8hr.
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Nikita Johnson
Chief Instructor
Nikita Johnson is the CEO/Founder, and Chief Instructor of The Black Doula Training, LLC. Altogether.
Lashea Haynes
Chief Program Facilitator
Lashea Haynes has been practicing in the area of obstetrical/perinatal nursing for nearly 26 years.
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