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DONA approved Doula Workshops are your first step toward certification!

We have 102 excellent DONA approved doula trainers worldwide, so chances are great you will find a doula training near you. Let’s get started, future doula! Search below to find your birth or postpartum doula training.

Workshop Prerequisites

DONA International trainers often have specific prerequisites for attending their workshop, so be sure to check with your trainer when you register. Trainers manage their own workshop registration, so reach out directly to the trainer to get signed up.

Workshop Type

As you search for workshops you will see that they are listed as virtual, in-person, or hybrid.

– Virtual: a LIVE virtual workshop where 100% of the requirements for workshop completion are met virtually with a DONA-approved trainer

– In-Person: a workshop where 100% of the requirements for workshop completion are met in-person with a DONA-approved trainer

– Hybrid: Hybrid workshops are those that have a virtual and in-person component. Both parts must be taught by the same trainer and, when possible, with the same cohort. Hybrid workshops are not trainings taught in person with a live/streaming video feed.

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U.S. – Chicago, IL

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Ann Grauer
Dates:
January 5, 2026
January 12, 2026
January 19, 2026
January 26, 2026
February 2, 2026
February 9, 2026

See AnnGrauer.com to choose date of Lactation Class
6 week series-- January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2 and 9, 2026

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US—Indiana, Indianapolis

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Robin Elise Weiss
Dates:
February 6, 2026 8:30 AM ET-5:30 PM ET
February 7, 2026 8:30 AM ET-5:30 PM ET
February 8, 2026 8:30 AM ET-5:30 PM ET

Feb 6, Feb 7, & Feb 8 from 8:30a - 5:30p ET Take this virtual workshop from anywhere in the world! Our training includes the Introduction to Childbirth, Lactation Basics for Doulas, and an optional session on Bereavement Support. The workshop runs Friday, Saturday, Sunday, from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Eastern. All experience levels are welcome. Scholarships and payment plans available. Check the website for more details.

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U.S. – Chicago, IL

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Krista Maltais
Dates:
February 6, 2026
February 10, 2026
Intro Offered:
February 10, 2026

U.S. – Crown Point, IN

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Louise Albrecht-Mallinger
Dates:
February 21, 2026
February 22, 2026
February 28, 2026
March 1, 2026

February 21-22, 2026; February 28-March 1, 2026; Crown Point is 1-Hour SE of Chicago. For Community-based and Independent Doulas. This comprehensive 4-day training is held Saturday and Sunday 8:30-6:30 two weekends in a row. This workshop is highly interactive with hands-on training and role-play.

Intro Offered:
February 14, 2026
Contact:
Louise Albrecht-Mallinger
219-746-9134
louise_doula@yahoo.com
https://www.better-births.com/

US—Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Dr. Robin Elise Weiss
Dates:
March 13, 2026 08:30 AM ET-5:30 PM ET
March 14, 2026 08:30 AM ET-5:30 PM ET
March 15, 2026 08:30 AM ET-5:30 PM ET

Join our virtual birth doula training from anywhere in the world from March 13-15, 2026. This live workshop includes Introduction to Childbirth, Lactation Basics for Doulas, and an optional session on Bereavement Support. It runs every Wednesday for 5 weeks and welcomes all experience levels. Scholarships and payment plans are available. Visit the website for full details.

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U.S. – Chicago, IL

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Ann Grauer
Dates:
March 13, 2026
March 14, 2026
March 15, 2026

This workshop includes intro to childbirth and breastfeeding course. See AnnGrauer.com to choose date of Lactation Class

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US–Michigan, Kalamazoo

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Jessica English
Dates:
March 20, 2026
March 21, 2026
March 22, 2026
March 23, 2026

Intro to childbirth and/or breastfeeding course included

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US—Indiana, Indianapolis

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Dr. Robin Elise Weiss
Dates:
May 4, 2026
May 5, 2026
May 6, 2026
May 7, 2026
May 8, 2026

May 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 9:00a - 1:30p ET Take this virtual workshop from anywhere in the world! Our training includes the Introduction to Childbirth, Lactation Basics for Doulas, and an optional session on Bereavement Support. The workshop runs Friday, Saturday, Sunday, from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Eastern. All experience levels are welcome. Payment plans available. Check the website for more details.

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U.S. – Crown Point, IN

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Louise Albrecht-Mallinger
Dates:
May 30, 2026
May 31, 2026
June 6, 2026
June 7, 2026

May 30-31, 2026; June 6-7, 2026. Crown Point is 1-Hour SE of Chicago. For Community-based and Independent Doulas. This comprehensive 4-day training is held Saturday and Sunday 8:30-6:30 two weekends in a row. This workshop is highly interactive with hands-on training and role-play.

Intro Offered:
May 30, 2026
Contact:
Louise Albrecht-Mallinger
219-746-9134
louise_doula@yahoo.com
https://www.better-births.com/

The Role of the Pelvic Floor in Pregnancy, Labor, Birth and Early Postpartum: A Course for Birthworkers

Workshop Type:
Continuing Education Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Michelle Ess BA, CD(DONA), PCD(DONA), CLEC , Wallie Morris PT, CSCS
Dates:
June 18, 2024
June 18, 2026

Ongoing Online Webinar
# of Contact Hours: 2

This course is designed to fill in the gaps of traditional childbirth education. Build expertise with knowledge of the pelvis and pelvic floor to further support your clients for better birth outcomes and a better birth experience.

U.S. – Crown Point, IN

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Louise Albrecht-Mallinger
Dates:
October 3, 2026
October 4, 2026
October 10, 2026
October 11, 2026

October 3-4, 2026; October 10-11, 2026; Crown Point is 1-Hour SE of Chicago. For Community-based and Independent Doulas. This comprehensive 4-day training is held Saturday and Sunday 8:30-6:30 two weekends in a row. This workshop is highly interactive with hands-on training and role-play.

Intro Offered:
October 3, 2026
Contact:
Louise Albrecht-Mallinger
219-746-9134
louise_doula@yahoo.com
https://www.better-births.com/

Can’t find a nearby workshop?

Thank you for your interest in taking a DONA International doula training. If you entered your location in the search tool above and did not find a workshop in your area, please try the following:

    • Enter your city, state, province/area and choose 250 miles as the distance.
    • Contact one or more of the trainers who come up in the search within 250 miles of your area and inquire if any of those DONA approved doula trainers have a workshop scheduled for your area in the near future or are willing to bring a workshop to your area. Many trainers are happy to travel and to work with you to arrange a sponsored or hosted workshop in your area.