DONA approved birth doula trainings

Your rewarding career awaits!

Supporting families as a Doula is one of the most fascinating, beautiful, yet challenging professions you could choose.
This comprehensive Birth Doula training will prepare you with the practical skills needed to support women and their families, as well as the necessary confidence and inspiration to begin immediately.

Topics will include:
  • Anatomy and Physiology of Childbirth
  • The Stages of Labour
  • Supporting the Physical and Emotional Process of Pregnancy and Childbirth
  • Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics for Doulas
  • Common Medical Interventions and Medication options during Childbirth
  • Hands-on comfort measures with time for practice and role play
  • Pre and Post-natal Visits – what to cover during your meeting with a client
  • Breastfeeding – how the Birth Doula supports the mother and the baby
  • Your Doula Business – how to begin, where to get clients and the process of support
  • Meet the Doulas – when possible, local doulas will come and talk about their experiences
  • How to achieve certification with DONA International – the World’s Premier Doula Association
Learn From a Doula with Over a Decade of Experience!
Erin Moyen began working as a doula in 2006 and still supports birthing families today! Her passion for maternal-child health is truly undeniable. Erin is a respected and active member of the Alberta birth community and is the owner of a successful birth services agency serving Calgary, and surrounding areas. In addition to being a DONA-approved birth doula trainer Erin is a mentor to doulas, certified postpartum doula (DONA), Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator (LCCE) and breastfeeding support specialist (CLE).  >> Read more about Erin

Mount Royal University

  • This training is offered in-class at Mount Royal University (MRU) in Calgary, Alberta.
  • This DONA-approved workshop satisfies two steps towards birth doula certification with DONA International
  • To successfully complete the workshop, you must attend the full 23 hour, three day, training
  • The workshop is scheduled on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Calgary, Alberta
November 23, 24 & 25, 2018
*Introduction to childbirth included

Calgary, Alberta
April 26, 27 & 28, 2019
*Introduction to childbirth included

Calgary, Alberta
August 23, 24 & 25, 2019
*Introduction to childbirth included

More Locations

  • This DONA-approved workshop satisfies three steps towards birth doula certification with DONA International
  • To successfully complete the workshop, you must attend the full 27 hour, four day, training
  • The workshop is scheduled on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Choose from two locations in Grand Prairie, Alberta, and Parksville, British Columbia.
Grande Prairie, Alberta
September 12, 13, 14 & 15, 2019
*Introduction to childbirth included
*Breastfeeding for Doulas included
Parksville, British Columbia
October 11, 12, 13 & 14, 2018
*Introduction to childbirth included
*Breastfeeding for Doulas included
You can have a Birth Doula training in your community too! 
All the details can be discussed directly with our educator. Connect today.
Noteworthy Information:
  • The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin (2017 edition) is the manual for the Birth Doula Training Workshop. You should read it prior to attending the workshop. This will give you the essential background information needed to get the most out of the workshop. Please bring your copy to the workshop.

#sweetwords from attendees
"AMAZING!!! WOW!
Better than ever imagined and so affirming + instructive.
Feeling empowered and more passionate about birth."
"Erin's compassion for her work exceeded my expectations. As a result, my presence as part of the class is something I will remember. Thank you for sharing your wonderfulness with all."
"Very interactive, fun, informative and challenging. Kind, receptive + inclusive environment."
"I feel prepared to attend births today! ...could not have felt more welcomed by strong, empowering women. LIFE CHANGING!"