Choose Your Pathway

Foundations Pathway

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Foundational Certification Pathway

Includes:

  • Fully LIVE online

  • Evidence Based

  • Self-paced workbook

  • Immediately certified

Perfect for independent learners who want flexibility & affordability.

Investment: $550

Immersion Pathway

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Certification + Live Training Experience

Includes everything in Foundations, plus:

  • Quarterly LIVE online skills training sessions for one year

  • Real-time skills practice

  • Expanded networking + Q&A

Ideal for students who thrive in structured, interactive learning.

Investment: $900

Complete Pathway

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Certification + Live Training + Mentorship

Includes everything in Immersion, plus:

  • 1:1 mentorship

  • Connection with clients

  • Case review + feedback

  • Real clinical experience

Designed for students who want personal guidance and accelerated confidence.

Investment: $1250

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About the Foundations Pathway

The Foundations Pathway provides a flexible pathway to certification — giving you comprehensive training, lifetime access to materials, and the confidence to begin your work as a professional doula.

Is the Foundations Pathway for You?

  • Comprehensive, foundational certification pathway designed for aspiring doulas. Get certified upon completion. No wait.

  • Built for those who need flexibility without sacrificing depth or quality

  • Move through the workbook on your own timeline

  • Complete certification requirements with guided structure and clear expectations

  • Includes access to instructor after training is over

  • Revisit content anytime through the workbook as you grow in experience and confidence towards certification.

  • Ideal for independent learners

  • Equips you with the knowledge, professionalism, and practical skills to enter birth spaces prepared and capable

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  • “Erica doesn’t just teach skills — she teaches you how to be with families. Her training changed the way I listen, the way I show up, and the confidence I carry into every birth.”

    -- Sam, birth doula

  • "This was the first doula training where I felt truly supported, not just educated.

    -- Anna, birth doula + mom of 5

  • "“Deliverables arrived ahead of schedule, enabling us to accelerate our own client commitments without risk.”"

    -- Facility Director

About the Birth Doulas: Immersion Pathway

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The Immersion Pathway is designed for students who want structured, interactive learning alongside self-paced study.

Is the Immersion Pathway for You?

  • Includes everything in the Foundations Pathway plus:

  • Includes full access to quarterly, hands-on LIVE online skills training classes for one year.

  • Participate in real-time skills practice and hands-on demonstrations

  • Engage in case discussions and expanded Q&A

  • Build deeper confidence through dynamic, supportive learning

  • Ideal for students who thrive with engagement, accountability, and live instruction

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Erica Manto Paulson, founder of Birth With Ease and Nurture Cincinnati, childbirth educator and professional doula trainer.
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About the Birth Doulas: Complete Pathway

The Complete Doula Certification Pathway is our most comprehensive and supportive pathway, designed for students who want personalized guidance alongside high-level training.

Is the Complete Pathway for You?

Includes everything in the Immersion Pathway plus:

  • Apprenticeship that is designed for students seeking personalized guidance alongside high-level training

  • Includes connection with your own clients under the guidance of a preceptor

  • Provides direct mentorship to integrate and refine skills

  • Features real clinical experience

  • Includes case review, personalized feedback, and accountability

  • Offers real-world insight from experienced birth professionals

  • Prepares you to navigate complex birth spaces and collaborate effectively with providers

  • Supports building a sustainable, professional doula practice

  • Ideal for those wanting deeper support, accelerated confidence, and leadership-level preparation

  • Equips you to enter the field not just certified — but truly ready

LET’S GET STARTED. Choose your pathway and take the first step today.

Wherever you are, we're here to help you take the first step.

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  • Join a free Doula Training Discovery Zoom to learn more about the program, explore your options, and get your questions answered.

  • Book your Doula Training Track and begin your certification journey today.

  • Contact us directly to discuss customized staff training and implementation options.