Our Expansive Course is ideal if you know that being a doula is the right path for you – the course is a combination of online learning, face-to-face time with a course facilitator and one-to-one mentoring throughout.
What you can expect from the expansive course:
- Three group gatherings across 4 months with an experienced working doula with a focus for each group gathering on the doula role in birth, postnatal and business/self-care
- Reflective work to be completed in advance of each group gathering, as well as after
- Preparation for the course – exploring beliefs, feelings and knowledge around pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. Modules to be completed online in advance of each group gathering
- Online learning – introduction to topics in advance of the group sessions
- Learn from more than 15 guest specialists via online modules created specifically for the Nurturing Birth course
- Mentoring from the start of your course with your chosen mentor – 5 dedicated sessions supporting you through your course and as you start your business
- Opportunity to continue with the ongoing mentoring at £60 per session
- Full practice doula interview with your mentor with discussion and feedback afterwards
- Nine months to complete all the online course modules
- Nurturing Birth Expansive Course Certificate on completion of the course and home study modules to the satisfaction of the Course Facilitator
All doulas completing a Nurturing Birth course will get:
- Nurturing Birth Doula logos to put on websites and other promotional materials
- A comprehensive manual full of evidence-based research and information to support you in starting your doula journey
- A free listing on the international Nurturing Birth Directory
- Discounted options on some of our CPD courses
- Invitation to a secret Facebook group where you can get support from our warm, welcoming network of Nurturing Birth doulas across the globe
- Invitations to Nurturing Birth doula gatherings
- A quarterly e-newsletter with up-to-date research, information, CPD options and support
- The well-respected position of being a Nurturing Birth doula
- Option to join Doula UK
Interested in becoming a Doula?
Have a look at our upcoming courses to find a course happening near you.
