Birth Doula Cross Certification
Created to expand on your learning, with a three-year certification to help you grow in the field.
*You must have previously taken a birth doula training or previously been certified in order to cross-certify.
Steps to gaining your 3-year certification:
Step 1:
Ensure that you have been previously certified or trained as a doula.
Step 2:
Sign up and pay.
Step 3:
Respond to our email with proof of your previous certification or training.
Step 4:
You will be admitted into the online cross-certification program.
Some cross certification birth doula training topics include:
- A Birth Doula’s Role
- Scope of Practice
- Family Dynamics & Culture
- Going Above & Beyond
- Being a strong support for ALL births
*You will also gain access to our entire Birth Doula Training Workbook
This training is for you if you:
Previously trained or verified as a birth doula
Want to be fully certified
Want to work with Carrot, Maven, Progyny and families who have insurance benefits
Value structured, evidence-based education
Need flexible, fully online certification
Are committed to building a credible, sustainable practice
This cross-certification program is for individuals who were previously trained or certified. You will receive an email immediately after purchase requesting proof of your certification or prior training.
What doulas say about our trainings:
Yvette M.
Certified Birth Doula
“If this is something that you’ve ever considered, to be a doula or just find your niche within birth work, I highly recommend Birth & Baby University…you can feel very confident once that you’ve taken a training with Birth & Baby University that you’re ready to go.”
Chelsea D.
Certified Birth Doula
“Times are changing, families are changing, we’re all learning to adapt, and as care professionals we all need to keep up with those standards, that’s why I turned to Birth & Baby University.”
Elly H.
Certified Birth Doula
“If you’re on the fence of going into the doula profession, or if you’re already decided and know you want to become a doula…I would not hesitate to recommend Birth & Baby University, it truly touches on everything that is important for this profession.”
Anna is extremely knowledgeable about birth and radiates that passion onto everyone she teaches!
“I had such a wonderful experience attending the Labor Doula training course at Arizona Doulas with Anna Rodney. She was extremely warm and welcoming and made sure we were all comfortable throughout the two days. Anna is extremely knowledgeable about birth and radiates that passion onto everyone she teaches. I would highly recommend taking any and all courses with Anna!” – Angela W.
I love how much passion she put in her class
“Anna’s labor doula class was absolutely amazing. I love how much passion she put in her class and her passion for birth. Even as a birth worker I had so much to learn from her. I’m so happy I decided to take the labor doula class with Anna and would highly recommend it to anyone planning taking a class. I’m sure her parenting classes are just as incredible as this was.” – Laura C.
She is an amazing, fun instructor!
“I trained with Anna for Labor support recently. I had trained through another institution and have been doing labor for 4 yrs. I learned so much from Anna in those 2 days!! She is patient, efficient and thorough! Any questions were answered. She is an amazing, fun instructor!” – Shelley M.
She made it personal with tips and advice for new doulas
“I took Anna’s postpartum doula training a few weeks ago and she was awesome! What I loved about her training is that she incorporated her years of experience as a doula into it and made it personal with tips and advice for new doulas. I would highly recommend training with Anna if you have the chance!” – Addi C.
I feel lucky to have Anna as a resource for post training
“I took an Childbirth Educator Training with Anna, and it was AMAZING. She is so incredibly kind, gentle and knows SO MUCH. Not only did she provide amazing material but she brought the entire class together in a way where we were learning from each other as well. I feel lucky to have Anna as a resource for post training. Thanks Anna!” – Leah W.
This is the most informative and useful course I have taken
“I am so grateful I completed the Birth and Baby University Labor Doula training. I have completed multiple other labor doula courses over the years and I can confidently say this is the most informative and useful course I have taken. It gives you answers that you really need working as a labor doula and I wish I would have had this when I started out in my career!” – Shauna K.
Incredibly valuable for returning or seasoned doulas who want to deepen their understanding and expand their skills
“Even after six years as a certified birth and postpartum doula, I gained so much from my training with Birth & Baby University. Anna Rodney has built a program that’s not only solid for doulas just starting out and working toward certification, but also incredibly valuable for returning or seasoned doulas who want to deepen their understanding and expand their skills.
This wasn’t just a general refresher, it truly helped me fill in gaps, sharpen my approach, and walk away with practical, evidence-based tools I’m already using with clients. The content was thoughtful, comprehensive, and grounded in real life doula work.
Whether you’re brand new or years into your practice, I can’t recommend Birth & Baby University enough. Anna’s experience and passion shine through in every part of the course, and it left me feeling more confident, informed, and re-energized in my work.” – Chrissie D.
She is a role model and I am very thankful for what I learned in her classes
“As a seasoned doula, I have taken many trainings, but I must say that the training on Child Birth Education I experienced with Anna Rodney was exceptionally good. She is clear, kind, and brings light to any subject she encounters. She has a deep understanding of how students learn and adapts her teaching to all learning abilities. Her classes are interesting, engaging and full of useful information. In her class I learned, not only the subjects matter but also how to kindly include the student and make her/him feel comfortable and knowledgeable. She is a role model and I am very thankful for what I learned in her classes.” – Adriana L.
Accessible, easy to follow, and overall a great resource to come back to
“I took the postpartum certification training with B&B University earlier this year! I really appreciated Anna’s, the instructor, calm and reassuring demeanor throughout each section of the course. Her knowledge and how she structures the information makes this training accessible, easy to follow, and overall a great resource to come back to.” – Saori B.
Her training took me to a new level!
“Anna is the best teacher. She craves knowledge and then shares it! Thank goodness!! I have been a doula for 10 yrs and an IBCLC for 3. I have taken training through DONA, CAPPA, Lactation Education Recources, PRO DOULA as well as a few others!! Anna’s training actually changed how I do things!! I’d been pretty settled, in my groove too!! Her training took me to a new level! I learned so much! I honestly figured it was just a refresher at first!! Go Anna!! Keep it up!!! You are amazing at what you do!” – Shelley M.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I qualify to take the cross-certification training?
If you have previously completed a doula training, you qualify for our cross-certification program. Those who have completed a labor doula training are eligible for our Cross Certification Labor Doula Training, while those who have completed a postpartum doula training qualify for our Cross Certification Postpartum Doula Training. After signing up, we will ask you to share your certificate with us.
How long will it take me to complete the cross-certification training?
After I complete the cross-certification training, how long will I be certified for?
How do I renew my cross-certification training?
15 CEUs are required and can be earned through our mentorship programs and perinatal professional programs. We will also offer many additional webinars eligible for CEUs.
Is this certification accepted by Carrot and other insurance companies?
Yes, Birth & Baby University is recognized by Carrot, several state Medicaid programs, and many insurance companies.
What sets Birth & Baby University trainings apart from other training organizations?
Everything sets us apart! Anna Rodney has supported tens of thousands of families and trained and mentored thousands of doulas. When developing this training, she drew on her extensive experience as a doula, agency owner, and business professional. She is a skilled educator with a Master’s Degree in Education and years of experience as a Special Education teacher. Her approach is relatable, professional, and relevant, and everyone loves her trainings, even those with years of experience.
If I am an experienced perinatal professional (nurse, IBCLC, childbirth educator), why don't I qualify to take the cross-certification program?
The scope of practice for a doula is unique. Much of our training focuses on the doula scope of practice, including the specific communication and support doulas provide. A background as a nurse, IBCLC, or other perinatal professional can be very helpful in this field, but understanding the doula perspective is essential.
