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Maternal Health and DONA Doula Training Program

Description

This comprehensive course provides the foundation to understand the field of maternal health. Students will become trained as birth doulas and learn to apply basic skills and competencies in various community settings. Students learn about the history of maternal health in the US and how maternal health plays a role in marginalized communities, recognize how implicit bias impacts maternal health, and learn to address persistent and emerging issues surrounding maternal health. Students learn basic clinical knowledge of preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum and discuss the impact community health workers play in decreasing maternal morbidity and mortality.  100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course.

Number of Hours

48 hours

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required; 18 years or older.

Credential

CUNY Certificate of Completion in Maternal Health

DONA Certificates of Completion in "Introduction to Childbirth for Doulas," "Lactation Support Education" and “DONA International Birth Doula Training"

Tuition and Fees

$575 Tuition  / $25 Registration Fee*

*fees are subject to change

Industry Insight

Employment and demand for Doulas is expected to grow 16% by 2029.The average pay for a Doula in New York City is $22.89/hr or $47,604/year. (Lightcast)