Nurse to Doula Certification
One-time payment. Certified for life.
Nurse to Doula Certification
An accelerated doula certification for nurses, paramedics, licensed clinicians, and allied health professionals.
You already understand anatomy, physiology, and the inside of a clinical setting. You don’t need to learn that twice.
Why Nurses Make Great Doulas
Nurses bring a unique set of skills and perspectives that are invaluable to the role of a doula. With an extensive background in patient care, anatomy, and physiology, nurses are well-equipped to understand and respond to the physical and emotional needs of birthing people.
Since 2000
Certified For Life
Insurance Ready
Self-Paced
ELIGIBILITY
Do I qualify for this program?
Nursing and Advanced Practice
RN · LPN/LVN · CNM · NP
Emergency and physician
EMT · Paramedic · MD/DO
Licensed Allied Health
Chiropractor · Lic. Massage Therapist
THE PROGRAM
What accelerated actually means here:
This program is shorter because of what you already know. We don’t re-teach it. What we don’t shorten is the doula training — none of that was in your licensure program.
We compress the clinical review. We don’t compress the doula training.
OBJECTIVES
Certification requirements:
- You must complete all modules in the classroom.
- Complete the required birth (2) requirements. These can be done prior to enrollment.
- Audit a Childbirth Education Class
- Complete course readings.
- Have prior education verified
Ready to Work with Insurance Partners?
Our graduates can become Medicaid, CARROT, and Maven Approved.
Here’s why nurses can excel in the doula role:
- As a nurse, your profound knowledge of medical procedures and protocols is incredibly valuable, providing reassurance to families navigating the complexities of the hospital system. This expertise aids in effective advocacy and fosters clear communication, which is crucial in stressful moments.
- Bringing a unique perspective to the role of a doula, your strong assessment skills allow you to identify potential complications. This enhances the birthing experience by enabling smooth communication with healthcare providers, ensuring timely interventions when necessary.
- Moreover, your experience working with diverse populations enriches your ability to create a nurturing and inclusive environment. You hold a deep understanding of cultural nuances in healthcare, which helps you personalize experiences for every family with warmth and respect.
- Additionally, your skills in offering emotional and physical support are vital. Your ability to provide comfort and reassurance is at the heart of a doula’s role, and your experience in high-pressure situations empowers you to bring a sense of calm and stability to families during their special journey. Together, these qualities make a profound difference in their experience.
Ready to Work with Insurance Partners?
Our graduates can become Medicaid, CARROT, and Maven Approved.
Nurse to Doulas Enhance Birth
- Doulas enhance hospital settings by providing continuous, personalized support. They empower families with knowledge of evidence-based practices and help them make informed decisions.
- Doulas also bridge communication gaps between the family and medical team and support the nursing staff, allowing nurses to focus on essential medical tasks.
Studies Back it Up!
Additionally, studies show that continuous support from doulas can reduce the need for interventions such as pain medications, cesarean sections, and episiotomies.
The Effect of Doulas on Maternal and Birth Outcomes: A Scoping Review
Join the Nurse to Doula Program at Birth Arts International
Our Nurse to Doula program offers specialized training to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and techniques you need to transition smoothly into the role of a doula. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of birth as a holistic experience and learn how to support physiological processes, emotional well-being, and informed decision-making.
As a certified Nurse-Doula, you’ll be able to offer families the best of both worlds: the knowledge and reassurance of a nurse, combined with the nurturing and empowering presence of a doula. Make a meaningful impact in birth care—join our Nurse to Doula Program and redefine what it means to support birth in a hospital setting.
Birth Arts International: Compassionate Care, Skilled Support, and a Lifetime of Impact.