DONA International Doula Training, Certification and Continuing Education

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

[DONA International Doula Training, Certification and Continuing Education] provides evidence-based doula training, certification and continuing education, establishing the global standard in the field.

Target Customer

Aspiring birth and postpartum doulas seeking certification and ongoing education; families/parents seeking a DONA-certified doula.

Key Differentiator

Global leader with 25+ years of operation, 13,000 doulas certified, nonprofit status, rigorous Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics, in-person and online continuing education, and a widely recognized credential network.

Implementation Timeline

Not explicitly stated for implementation; DONA provides ongoing continuing education and hosts an annual conference (2025) with in-person and live-stream options.

Pain Points

1Inconsistent access to trained, evidence-based doula support for families
2Need for reliable, evidence-based information to inform birth decisions
3Inequities in birth outcomes and barriers to doula care for economically vulnerable families

Key Features

1Certified training and certification for birth and postpartum doulas
2In-person and online continuing education (DONA-approved)
3Recertification and advanced trainings
4Find A Doula directory with 5,000+ doulas in 50+ countries
5Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice; nonprofit governance; member benefits; staff support

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Intercultural Director
2Director of International Development

Client Results

1Doulas associated with DONA are less likely to need Pitocin during labor
2Less likely to have a cesarean birth
3Less likely to use pain medication during birth
4More likely to rate the childbirth experience positively
5Potential reduction in postpartum mood disorders and improved breastfeeding success

Competitive Advantages

1Evidence-based, high-quality training with standardized certification
2Global reach: 13,000 doulas certified, available in 50+ countries
3Nonprofit status focused on serving members and families
4Strong ethics and standards guiding practice
5Widely recognized credentials by media and medical communities

Key Benefits

1Evidence-based doula care improves birth and postpartum outcomes

2Access to high-quality training and continuing education

3Directory to connect families with certified doulas

4Clear ethical standards and professional support

5Global community of trained doulas

Additional Product Information

Product Description

Training, certification and continuing education for birth and postpartum doulas, plus a global directory of certified doulas, ethics standards, and ongoing professional development.

Target Market

Expectant families seeking doula support; aspiring doulas seeking certification; healthcare professionals seeking information about the doula field.

Unique Value Proposition

The world's leading nonprofit organization offering evidence-based doula training, certification and continuing education with a global network and rigorous ethics standards, delivering trusted credentials and ongoing professional development.

Technical Requirements

Offers in-person and online trainings and webinars; member portal for certification and directory updates; access to DONA-approved continuing education

Pricing Model

Not specified in content

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