*If you have any issues registering, please email us.
4-Day In-person Workshop (Sept 24 + Sept 26-28) 20254-Day In-person Workshop (Nov 5 + Nov 7-9) 2025
In-Person 4-Day Birth Doula Training Investment
Unable to pay the full tuition upfront?
To secure your spot in the workshop, simply pay a non-refundable deposit* of half your tuition today, with the remaining balance due within 10 days before the workshop begins. (An invoice will be emailed to you after you enroll.)
*includes a small administrative fee
If you’re unable to pay the balance by the deadline, you can apply your deposit to a future workshop in accordance with our tuition transfer policy. (See our Terms & Conditions page.)
Our popular hybrid-format workshop combines the convenience of virtual learning with the depth of in-person training.
Your training begins with our Childbirth Education for the Birth Professional—a one-day, live online class that fulfills the Introduction to Childbirth certification requirement to become a DONA International Certified Birth Doula. Though primarily lecture-based, this class includes plenty of time for questions and discussion. The virtual format creates a dynamic, engaging learning environment—while giving you the flexibility to participate from the comfort of your home. You’ll gain the essential education and foundation needed for your in-person doula training— providing a professional lens to view the full arc of pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period, enabling you to offer the right support, at the right time, throughout your client’s birthing journey.
Next, after a built-in travel day, you’ll join us in-person for the Birth Doula Training workshop, where the learning becomes interactive and hands-on. Through experiential activities, group discussion, and real-time practice, you’ll deepen your skills in a supportive, collaborative environment.
This thoughtful hybrid structure gives you time to arrive at the workshop rested and prepared, while also helping to reduce lodging and travel expenses. The result is a more accessible, affordable, and seamless training experience—without sacrificing quality or connection.
In this training, you will learn how to:
Attendance at this workshop fulfills two key certification requirements with DONA International—the Childbirth Education (CBE) and Birth Doula Training—setting you on the path to becoming a certified Birth Doula.
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:
DAY 1
Childbirth Education for the Birth Professional Class
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Pacific Time)
Live Online via Zoom
DAY 2
Birth Doula Training Workshop
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Pacific Time)
Held In-Person in Sacramento, CA
DAY 3
Birth Doula Training Workshop
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Pacific Time)
Held In-Person in Sacramento, CA
DAY 4
Birth Doula Training Workshop
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Pacific Time)
Held In-Person in Sacramento, CA
Attendance Policy:
All classes must be attended live; recordings are not available.
Missed classes cannot be made up individually—any absence will require re-enrollment and attendance at a full workshop.
*If you have any issues registering, please email us.
Weekly 5-Week Online Doula Training (Sept 15 – Oct 20) 2025 (No class Sept 24)
5-Week Online Birth Doula Training Investment
Unable to pay the full tuition upfront?
To secure your spot in the workshop, simply pay a non-refundable deposit* of half your tuition today, with the remaining balance due within 10 days before the workshop begins. (An invoice will be emailed to you after you enroll.)
*includes a small administrative fee
If you’re unable to pay the balance by the deadline, you can apply your deposit to a future workshop in accordance with our tuition transfer policy. (See our Terms & Conditions page.)
This 5-week online course is perfect for those who prefer learning in shorter sessions or have weekday and weekend commitments.
Held twice a week in the evenings, each live session runs for 2.5 hours and delivers the same in-depth content as our 3-day and 4-day intensive workshops—just spread out over five weeks—offering greater flexibility to fit your schedule.
Throughout this course, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills needed to begin your journey as a professional birth doula. You will learn how to:
Provide trauma-informed care to the families you support
Offer skilled support during labor, birth, breastfeeding, and the postpartum period
Deliver consistent emotional and physical care, empowering birthing people and their partners to make informed decisions throughout the process
Offer continuous support, even when medical interventions or technology are involved
Conduct professional prenatal and postpartum visits to build strong, trusting relationships with clients
Develop and grow your own private doula practice
Market yourself effectively as a professional doula
To prepare for attending this live online workshop:
Important Attendance Info:
All sessions must be attended live. Recordings are not available.
If you miss a session, make-up options may be arranged at the trainer’s discretion and will incur additional fees.
Workshop Schedule: Monday & Wednesday | 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm PST | Held live online over Zoom. (Sign up for a free Zoom account at www.zoom.us)
Attendance Policy:
All classes must be attended live; recordings are not provided.
Missed classes cannot be made up.
*If you have any issues registering, please email us.
3-Day Accelerated Live Online Workshop (Aug 22-24) 20253-Day Accelerated Live Online Workshop (Oct 24-26) 20253-Day Accelerated Live Online Workshop (Dec 5-7) 2025
3-Day Online Birth Doula Training Investment
Limited-Time Tuition Discount – $500
Enter code SPECIAL500 at checkout to apply your savings
Unable to pay the full tuition upfront?
To secure your spot in the workshop, simply pay a deposit* of half your tuition today, with the remaining balance due within 10 days before the workshop begins. (An invoice will be emailed to you after you enroll.)
* Deposit $325 (includes a small administrative fee)
Please note: If you’re unable to pay the balance by the deadline, you can apply your deposit to a future workshop in accordance with our tuition transfer policy. (See our Terms & Conditions page.)
This live interactive online workshop takes place over Zoom and offers the same in-depth training as our in-person workshops— all from the comfort of your home!
Here’s How the Workshop Flows
We’ll kick things off with a short virtual meet-up the evening before the workshop begins. It’s a quick but important session to get everyone oriented and connected (check the Daily Agenda for the exact time).
On Day One, we dive into Childbirth Education for the Birth Professional, which gives you a solid foundation for everything that follows in your doula journey.
By the end of the 3-day workshop, you’ll have completed two key steps toward your DONA International birth doula certification:
The childbirth education component
Your doula training
You’ll leave feeling confident, connected, and one big step closer to certification!
In this training, you will learn how to:
To prepare for attending this live online workshop:
Attendance Policy:
All classes must be attended live; recordings are not provided.
Missed classes cannot be made up individually—any absence will require re-enrollment in and attendance at a full workshop.
Attendance at the Pre-Workshop Meetup is mandatory.
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:
Day Before: Pre-Workshop Virtual Meet-up — 6:30 – 7:30 pm PST. All class participants and your trainer will meet virtually over Zoom the evening before the training begins to go over what to expect from the training and take time for personal introductions. This is a mandatory meeting, so please plan accordingly. (Sign up for a free Zoom account at www.zoom.us)
Day 1: Childbirth Education for the Birth Professional | 10 am to 6:30 pm. (1-hour break around 1:30 pm.)
Day 2: Birth Doula Training | 9 am to 6:30 pm (1-hour break around 1 pm)
Day 3: Birth Doula Training | 9 am to 6:30 pm (1-hour break around 1 pm)
Classes must be attended live ~ Classes are not recorded ~ Missed classes cannot be made up. | Attendance at the Pre-workshop Meet-up is mandatory
NEW DATES WILL BE ADDED SOON!
Investment:
Early Bird $775.00
Regular $850.00
Unable to pay the full tuition upfront?
To secure your spot in the workshop, simply pay a non-refundable deposit* of half your tuition today, with the remaining balance due within 10 days before the workshop begins. (An invoice will be emailed to you after you enroll.)
*includes a small administrative fee
If you’re unable to pay the balance by the deadline, you can apply your deposit to a future workshop in accordance with our tuition transfer policy. (See our Terms & Conditions page.)
Location: Sacramento, CA
Workshop hours: Daily 8:30am to 6:30pm PST
What’s Included in this 30-hour Postpartum Doula Course Curriculum:
(IN PERSON Training or LIVE VIRTUAL synchronous learning–global offerings)
Also, this course will touch on…
Postpartum Doula Training Prerequisites
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Watch:
NEW DATES WILL BE ADDED SOON!
Investment:
Early Bird $775.00
Regular $850.00
Unable to pay the full tuition upfront?
To secure your spot in the workshop, simply pay a non-refundable deposit* of half your tuition today, with the remaining balance due within 10 days before the workshop begins. (An invoice will be emailed to you after you enroll.)
*includes a small administrative fee
If you’re unable to pay the balance by the deadline, you can apply your deposit to a future workshop in accordance with our tuition transfer policy. (See our Terms & Conditions page.)
Location: Online
Workshop hours: Daily 8:30am to 6:30pm PST
What’s Included in this 30-hour Postpartum Doula Course Curriculum:
(IN PERSON Training or LIVE VIRTUAL synchronous learning–global offerings)
Also, this course will touch on…
Postpartum Doula Training Prerequisites
Start reading
Watch:
Classes are held over two consecutive days.
Hours: 1:00- 3:30 pm PST each day
Early Bird $95.00
Regular Tuition $105.00
Location: Online
*If you have any issues registering, please email us.
Doula Business Essentials | Online Class (Aug 27 & 28) Doula Business Essentials | Online Class (Oct 29 & 30)
Feeling passionate about doula work, but unsure how to run a small business?
This live, virtual business development class is designed to take you beyond your doula training and help you build a strong foundation for a thriving, sustainable practice.
To ensure a personalized and supportive learning environment, class sizes are kept small. Upon completion, you’ll receive 5 CEUs through DONA International.
In this class, we’ll cover: Foundations of small business development
Doula business models to consider
Legal business structures and choosing the right one
Risk management – how to protect your personal assets
Naming your business – creating a name that reflects your values and brand
Client forms – contracts, intake forms, and more
Setting your fees – how to price your services with confidence
Marketing & promotion – where to focus and simple SEO strategies
Launching your practice – practical steps to start strong
Coaching the Birth Coach
Personalized guidance to help you show up with calm, confident support for your loved one.
Are you preparing to support someone you love through childbirth—whether as a partner, friend, or family member—but not looking to become a full-time doula?
Or maybe you’re doula-curious and want to dip your toes in before committing to a full training?
This private coaching program was designed just for you.
Who This Is For:
You’ll receive personalized, one-on-one coaching from Janine Maitri, founder of Sierra Doula Academy and a seasoned doula trainer and mentor with over 35 years of experience in birth support and childbirth education.
No need to attend a full doula training—this series equips you with exactly what you need to show up with a calm, capable presence.
Program Format
Private 1:1 Zoom Sessions
Ready to Get Started?
Complete the brief intake form and I’ll be in touch to schedule your free 15-minute consult.
Step into the birth room with confidence.
Through gentle, practical coaching, you’ll gain both the emotional readiness and hands-on skills to be a comforting and steady presence during birth.
You’ll Learn:
✔️ Essential Labor Support Techniques
Comfort measures, positioning, massage, and holding grounding space
✔️ How to Create a Calm Birth Environment
Reduce stress and help create a sense of safety for the birthing mom
✔️ Communication in the Birth Space
Advocacy, emotional support, and interacting respectfully with care providers
✔️ Managing Your Emotions
Nervous system tools so you stay present and grounded when it matters most
✔️ Intro to the Doula Role
Learn what doulas do and explore if this path might be right for you
Ongoing Support
As your loved one’s due date approaches, you’ll have direct access to me by phone or text for last-minute questions, emotional prep, or a boost of confidence.
I’ll be your personal coach—so you can be theirs.
Time 9:30 am – 12:30 pm PST
Investment $85.00
Location: Sacramento, CA
Location: Sacramento, CA
This is an enriching 3-hour experience tailored to enhance doula practice in hospital birth environments. Taught in-person at SCI by experienced L&D and Mother-Baby RN Brooklynn Gonzales from Kaiser Hospital, this class provides a guided journey from triage admission to postpartum discharge, incorporating visual aids of hospital facilities including triage, PACU, OR, newborn nursery, and NICU. Through a concise presentation, participants will gain valuable knowledge on the rationale behind hospital procedures, empowering them to better support their clients in this setting. The 3-hour session includes interactive Q&A segments, equipping doulas with the tools to advocate for their clients and effectively communicate with healthcare providers.
Time 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm PST
Early Bird $65.00
Regular Tuition $72.00
Location: Sacramento, CA
NEW DATES WILL BE ADDED SOON!
Time 9:30 pm – 1:00 pm
Early Bird $115.00
Regular Tuition $126.00
Location: Sacramento, CA
*If you have any issues registering, please email us.
Breastfeeding Support Skills for Doulas & Birth Workers (Sept 29, 2025) 2pm to 5:30pm PST
As a birth worker, you play a crucial role in facilitating a successful breastfeeding relationship between mother and baby. Join our course to gain a solid foundation in the basics of breastfeeding and enhance your skills and knowledge to better support nursing dyads. This course is tailored for doulas, midwives, and anyone seeking to increase their expertise in lactation support. The course runs from 9:30am to 1:00 pm, we will cover essential topics, including:
Attendance fulfills the certification requirements for Birth and Postpartum Doulas with DONA International and provides 3 CEU’s from DONA
BY ENROLLING IN THIS COURSE OR EVENT YOU AGREE TO OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS STATED HERE: https://sierradoulaacademy.com//terms-and-conditions/
We’re excited to bring our comprehensive doula training workshops to communities across the country! If you’re passionate about supporting birth and postpartum care, we’d love to collaborate with you. By sponsoring an in-person or online workshop, you’ll help empower individuals with the skills and knowledge to provide essential support to families during one of the most important times of their lives.
Contact us today to learn more about sponsorship opportunities and how we can work together to bring training, jobs, and support to your community.
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