In Texas, you are allowed to practice as a doula without having a certification because there is no state requirement to become certified. Many doulas choose become certified for professional reasons, however, it is entirely voluntary to do so. In addition, Texas does not require a high school or college in order to work there.
The following is a list of educational resources and classes available in the Texas area which can be used for your doula training. If the required classes are part of a certification curriculum, they will be noted in the details. You do not have to be actively pursuing a certification in order to attend these classes, however, you are require to be at least 18 years old.
Doula Training in Fort Worth, TX
Organization Name:Â Â Academy of Certified Birth Educators
Website: https://acbe.com
Instructor:Â Â Linda Herrick
Email:Â Â office@acbe.com
Phone: Â 913-782-5116
Course and Workshop Details and Requirements
The training will consist of a 3 day Birth doula training workshop and a Childbirth for Doulas class. Both are required towards DONA certification and will be offered on April 27-29, 2017.
There is also an optional Breastfeeding for Doulas class offered on April 28, 2017 which will satisfy the DONA requirement for a breastfeeding course.
Prerequisites
- Read training books from the reading list
- The Birth Partner by Simkin
- The Doula Book by Klaus, Klaus & Kennell
- Complete the course evaluation
Costs and Fees
Birth doula workshop – $450
A non-refundable $100 deposit is required during your registration
A $25 discount is available if the fees are paid at least 21 days before the class
The Breastfeeding class is $40
Registration Details
Download registration forms at https://acbe.com/doula-training/
Doula Training in Dallas, TX
Organization Name:Â Â Natural Beginnings
Website: https://www.naturalbeginningsonline.com/
Email:Â Â lworzzer@yahoo.com
Phone: Â 972-699-3921
Course and Workshop Details and Requirements
- 3 day Birth doula training workshop (required credit to satisfy both the Childbirth of Doulas and Birth Doula workshop requirements for DONA International certification)
- 3 hour Lactation basics for doulas class
Course and Workshop Topics
As part of your doula training, these courses will cover the following:
- Learn how to support the expectant mother emotionally and physically
- Identify the signs of labor progression
- Understand how provide comfort measures in order to releive pain and stress
- Discuss how to continue to support the new mother during the postpartum period
- Receive referrals to help start your business
- Learn how to empower mothers towards breastfeeding through encouragement and techniques
- Discuss the ethics and requirements for certification
Prerequisites
- Read The Birth Partner 4th Edition, by Penny Simkin before attending class
Costs and Fees
Birth doula workshop – $400
Lactation basics for doulas class – $55
Registration Details
Register and pay online by clicking here.
Kyndal May is a certified doula with over 20 years of experience helping train doulas across the United States. She has received her certification from DONA (Doulas of North America) and has dedicated her career to supporting families during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. With her extensive knowledge and experience, she is committed to providing compassionate and personalized care to every family she works with. In addition to her work as a doula, Kyndal is also a passionate advocate for women’s health and birth rights. She has spent many years educating and empowering families to make informed decisions about their birth experience. She also uses her experience to help train other doulas, passing on her knowledge and skills to the next generation of birth workers. With her dedication to her clients and her profession, Kyndal is a respected and valued member of the doula community.
