Mission statement:
“DONA International’s primary function is to provide excellent doula education and certification to a diverse population of doulas world-wide. DONA International promotes the highest quality perinatal support for birthing mothers and their families by setting the standard for doula education and training, and by advocating the research-based benefits of doula care.”
Type of doulas certified: Birth and Postpartum
Certification requirement highlights:
- a DONA approved doula workshop
- a reading list developed by the world’s top doulas
- additional training in breastfeeding (online option)
- auditing a childbirth class (birth doulas only)
- hands-on support for several clients
- professional evaluation and self-reflection
- developing a resource list for your community
- business webinar training
- an essay
- references
Experienced doula path? None available
Scope of Practice & Code of Ethics
Continuing education requirement? Yes
Recertification term: Every 3 years
Recertification Requirements
Founded in: 1992
Number of doulas certified: 12,000+
