What are the requirements for Perinatal Support Doula certification?

  • Completed Perinatal Support Professional training
  • Completion of Grief Recovery courses (will be provided through BBC)
  • Completion of an American Heart Association approved infant and adult CPR course
  • Knowledge of and experience working with pregnant women, women with small children
  • Culturally aware and understanding of systemic racism and its effects
  • Proficient with Mac and PC, word processing systems such as Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs and email
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Able to lift up to 20 pounds
  • Flexibility in schedule to serve clients on an as needed basis
  • At least a high school diploma level of education
  • Acquiring doula liability insurance