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Certification packetDownload your certification packet and work through it as you go through your training. Submit your packet by emailing it to: [email protected]
All Birthworkers should know that at this time, it is not legally required to be certified to practice Birthwork in the US.
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BABES recognizes that certification is not for everyone and can, in fact, create barriers to practice. We do not require our Birthworkers to certify, but do offer certification for those who desire or need it.
Because there is no accreditation for doula training in the US, all certifying bodies carry the same merit. If you do choose to be certified, we recommend asking yourself a few questions.
Do I need certification?
Do you plan to be employed by an institution such as a hospital, clinic or jail? Find out if they require certification - most do. Are hospitals requiring certification for entrance due to Covid? Many are. Do you work in a state that requires certification for Medi-caid reimbursement?
Is certification important to me professionally?
This is a question that only you can answer. We believe that in order to be an excellent and impactful Birthworker, you don't need to be certified. We support your decision to certify and not to certify. You can also complete all required steps for certification with us and choose not to have a certificate at the end of your journey. You are autonomous, and we support you in building out your practice however you desire.
What benefit will I gain from certification?
Not all Birthwork certifications are alike. Ask yourself if the certification is developed for your benefit or for the certifying organization's benefit. Are there hidden fees? Major hoops to jump through? Are there barriers to certification that you feel are unfair or biased? Will you receive post-certification support from the organization? What business tools will you gain from becoming certified? What community support does your certifying organization offer?
BABES has no hidden fees or hoops to jump through, and you have direct access to your trainers for post-training support. We also engage in continuous community building post-training. You will become a part of a network of Birthworkers and community members through BABES. We are here for you.
Because there is no accreditation for doula training in the US, all certifying bodies carry the same merit. If you do choose to be certified, we recommend asking yourself a few questions.
Do I need certification?
Do you plan to be employed by an institution such as a hospital, clinic or jail? Find out if they require certification - most do. Are hospitals requiring certification for entrance due to Covid? Many are. Do you work in a state that requires certification for Medi-caid reimbursement?
Is certification important to me professionally?
This is a question that only you can answer. We believe that in order to be an excellent and impactful Birthworker, you don't need to be certified. We support your decision to certify and not to certify. You can also complete all required steps for certification with us and choose not to have a certificate at the end of your journey. You are autonomous, and we support you in building out your practice however you desire.
What benefit will I gain from certification?
Not all Birthwork certifications are alike. Ask yourself if the certification is developed for your benefit or for the certifying organization's benefit. Are there hidden fees? Major hoops to jump through? Are there barriers to certification that you feel are unfair or biased? Will you receive post-certification support from the organization? What business tools will you gain from becoming certified? What community support does your certifying organization offer?
BABES has no hidden fees or hoops to jump through, and you have direct access to your trainers for post-training support. We also engage in continuous community building post-training. You will become a part of a network of Birthworkers and community members through BABES. We are here for you.