As more people recognize the benefits of labor support, many organizations are offering certification programs.

A typical certification program usually requires the completion of the following:

	Attending a 3 day workshop
	Completing an extensive reading list
	Attendance at 3-6 births (depends on certification program)
	Written summaries of births attended
	Evaluation of doula at the attended births (by someone else who was there)
	Completion of Childbirth Class
	Completion of Adult/Infant CPR
	Written Exam or Essay

Please note that each program has specific requirements.

The following organizations have Labor Support Certification Programs:

(click on the individual organization to find out the specific requirements)

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