International Doula Institute
Total Score 23 / 27
Birth doulas holding this certification
Postpartum doulas holding this certification
Certification Credential Evaluation 14 / 15
Requires submission or portfolio of client work experience
3 / 3
Yes, minimum of at least 25 hours or 10 clients required.
Requires evaluation of performed work
3 / 3
Required, client evaluations plus additional observers.
Requires mentorship
3 / 3
Mentorship is required.
Uses a standardized assessment to evaluate the doula's skillset, knowledge and competencies
2 / 3
Standardized assessment, open book.
Requires recertification and continuing education
3 / 3
Requires standardized continuing education from approved sources.
Certification Organization Evaluation 9 / 12
Has a standard of practice with a code of ethics
3 / 3
Both standards of practice and a code of ethics.
Has a grievance procedure
3 / 3
Yes, a formal grievance procedure exists.
Organization structure
0 / 3
Private, for-profit business.
Awards certification credential through a process that occurs after initial training workshop
3 / 3
Yes, certification is awarded through a process after initial training.
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