Doula Schools and Careers Guide
What is a doula?
A doula is a labor assistant who works one-on-one to help a pregnant woman to avoid unnecessary interventions or Cesarean birth through education, knowledge of alternatives, and by facilitating a smooth, unimpeded labor.
What are a doula's responsibilities?
The doula acts as an advocate for the birthing woman when interacting with other health professionals on the birth team. She ensures that the mother and her family understand the benefits, risks and alternatives for all tests and procedures. The goal is to achieve an unmedicated, nontechnical, woman-centered childbirth as long as it is safe for the mother and baby.
What doula degrees or certificates are available?
Training and certification is generally available through the independent midwifery schools. Some midwifery programs require doula training as a prerequisite to becoming a midwife.
Where can I get training?
- New Jersey
Cortiva Institute - Somerset School of Massage Therapy - A campus in Piscataway- Cortiva Institute - Somerset School of Massage Therapy - Piscataway
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