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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. – Illinois, Chicago

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Ann Grauer
Dates:
September 12, 2025
September 13, 2025
September 14, 2025

Breastfeeding Course included; see NurturingDoulaDreams.com to register

Contact:
Ann Grauer
414-704-0320 -- Please view website first
annidoula@gmail.com
https://NurturingDoulaDreams.com

US — Illinois, Homewood

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Pamela King
Dates:
September 12, 2025
September 13, 2025
September 14, 2025

This workshop includes:
Intro to Childbirth and Breastfeeding Course

US – Chicago, Illinois

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Training
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Tikvah Wadley
Dates:
September 19, 2025
September 20, 2025
September 21, 2025
Contact:
Tikvah Wadley
773-952-1356
TikvahWadley@me.com

U.S. – Indiana, Indianapolis

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Robin Elise Weiss
Dates:
August 27, 2025
September 3, 2025
September 10, 2025
September 17, 2025
September 24, 2025

August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 24 6:00 - 10:30p 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.

US – Indiana, Crown Point

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Louise Albrecht-Mallinger
Dates:
October 4, 2025
October 5, 2025
October 18, 2025
October 19, 2025

Intro to Childbirth Course Included; October 4, 2025
This workshop includes interactive hands-on training and role play.
Crown Point is 1 hour southeast of the Chicago Loop

Contact:
Louise Albrecht-Mallinger
219-746-9134
louise_doula@yahoo.com
https://www.better-births.com

U.S. – Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Dr. Robin Weiss
Dates:
October 28, 2025 6:00pm-10:30pm
November 4, 2025 6:00pm-10:30pm
November 11, 2025 6:00pm-10:30pm
November 18, 2025 6:00pm-10:30pm
November 25, 2025 6:00pm-10:30pm

This workshop meets Tuesday, 6-10:30 p.m. 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. All experience levels are welcome. Scholarships and payment plans available. Check the website for more details.

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U.S. – Illinois, Chicago

Workshop Type:
Postpartum Doula Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Ann Grauer
Dates:
November 10, 2025
November 17, 2025
November 24, 2025
December 1, 2025
December 8, 2025
December 15, 2025

Lactation Course included; see website to choose date of class

Contact:
Ann Grauer
414-704-0320 (please visit website first)
Annidoula@gmail.com
https://NurturingDoulaDreams.com

US – Illinois, Wheaton

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Lisa Upham
Dates:
November 14, 2025
November 15, 2025
November 16, 2025

Breastfeeding Course included; October 26, 2025

U.S.- Illinois, Skokie (Chicago Area)

Workshop Type:
Birth Doula Workshop
Location Type:
in-person
Trainers:
Rachel Wickersham
Dates:
November 14, 2025
November 15, 2025
November 16, 2025

For Community-based and Independent Doulas
Breastfeeding Course included

Contact:

Recorded Webinar: Understanding Perinatal Mental Health

Workshop Type:
Continuing Education Workshop
Location Type:
Virtual
Trainers:
Heather Ratych, MSW, RSW, PMH-C
Dates:
November 15, 2023
November 15, 2025

Dates: Online (Self-Paced)
# of Contact Hours: 4

This course will teach you how to recognize and respond to Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, so that you can better support your clients. It will help you to better understand the difference between the Baby Blues and PMADs, understand the prevalence and ethology of PMADs, identify risk and protective factors as well as treatment options, and how to embrace a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to working with your pregnant and postpartum clients. You will have access to 5 modules and downloadable resources to begin using right away with your clients.

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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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.

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.