Birth Work Training and Skills
Birth work as community health.
Do you dream of making a positive impact on the birthing journey of families in Georgia and beyond? With Georgia having one of the country's highest mortality rates it is imperative that our community take our autonomy and safe physiological bearths back while informing ourselves about our body and pregnancy. If this is where you would like to make a difference in your family and community, join one of Georgia's premier Doula training programs to start your gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career as a Certified Birth Doula.
Finding the right doula training program can be a challenging process, often accompanied by several pain points that prospective students may encounter. Let IMPACT Birth Doula training be the stepping stone to your new career path in maternal health. ​
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The Structure: Seeds to Grow
Rooted
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(Online)
You'll receive in-depth education covering a wide range of topics related to childbirth, including prenatal care, labor and delivery, postpartum support, breastfeeding, comfort measures, and the emotional and physical needs of birthing individuals and their families.​​
Immersion
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(Hands On Skills Training)
Through interactive workshops, role-playing exercises, and simulated birth scenarios, you'll gain practical experience in providing physical, emotional, and informational support during labor and delivery. This hands-on training will prepare you to effectively support birthing individuals in various birth settings.
Growth
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(Mentorship & Coaching)
My commitment to your growth doesn't end with the training. I offer ongoing support, mentorship, and resources to help you thrive as a doula. Whether you're just starting out or seeking to enhance your existing skills, our community is here to support you every step of the way in monthly group coaching sessions.
We Will Explore
Intro To Doula Care
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Introduction to Doula Work
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History of Black Midwives & Doulas
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Birth Work as Community Health
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Trauma Informed Care
Anatomy & Physiology of Birth
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Role of Birth Hormones
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Stages of Labor
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Common Birth Interventions
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High Risk Care ​
Postpartum Care
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Postpartum Care & Recovery n
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Post Birth Signs
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Mental Health
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Common Postpartum Herbs
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Bereavement & Loss
Cultural Competency Humility
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Empathy & Humility In Birth
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LGBTQ+ & Inclusivity
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Creating Brave Spaces & Safe Spaces
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Advocacy
Breastfeeding Support
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Breastfeeding Basics
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Initiating Breastfeeding Immediately Birth
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​When to Refer to IBCLC
Comfort Measures
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Continuous Presence
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Labor Positions & Techniques
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Holistic Pain Management​
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Birth & Peanut Ball Techniques
Doula Business
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Business and Professional Development
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Ethics, Scope & HIPAA Compliance
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Practical Skills & Role-Playing
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Self-Care for Doulas
What you will gain?
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Comprehensive Curriculum Our training program is designed to provide a thorough understanding of doula work, ensuring that you graduate with the confidence and competence needed to support families effectively. We will study the myths and biases that affect disproportionate maternal and infant health outcomes.
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Unlearning and Relearning Through a Justice-Centered Lens This doula training is not just about gaining skills—it’s about transformation. At its core, this program is designed to help birth workers unlearn systemic biases and relearn reproductive care through a lens of equity, justice, and cultural humility. Through guided reflection, storytelling, historical context, and community dialogue, this training actively challenges the dominant medical and colonial narratives that have silenced traditional birth practices and erased the wisdom of marginalized communities.
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Community Support Join a network of like-minded individuals who are committed to making a difference in the world of maternal and child health.
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Flexible Learning Options We offer both in-person and online training options to accommodate different schedules and learning preferences.
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Commitment to Inclusivity We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and all voices are heard.
Certification
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​Is certification immediate upon completion of the IMPACT training program?
​It can be. Certification is always optional but to receive your certificate of completion, you have to complete the requirements for this training. With optimal time management you can receive your certification as early as days to weeks after training. If you are not able to complete the requirements within a one month time frame, that's okay. I understand LIFE HAPPENS!! Simply reach out and ask for a 30 day extension. Our doula training program offers immediate certification without birth attendance because we believe that well-trained, passionate doulas should be able to step into their vital roles without unnecessary delays. There is an opportunity to re-certify every two years with a selection from our
re-certification options here.
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Certification Requirements are:
>>> Payment of Full Tuition
>>> Completion of Full Training
>>> Completion of HIPAA Training
>>> Completion of Sacred Support Journal
>>> Completion of Assignments & Readings​
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Required readings to have handy in your doula bag for future clients and mentorship costs is between $50-$90. I have provided the most cost effective sources with the links below.​
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IMPACT is all inclusive, so you receive everything you need for training in one price except for the books. No need to try to find your own childbirth or breastfeeding class. When you register you will receive:​
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The Birth & The B.E.E.S. childbirth course
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The First Latch Infant feeding class
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Curated collection of Google Drive resources to view and explore
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Sacred Journal - These are questions that help organize your thoughts as you work though precertification. I don’t require book reports or write ups. Consider your "why" before training begins and consider what you've learned and how you implement training Into your thriving business.
How It Works
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Make The Call
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Apply Online & Payment
Let's chat. I understand there are many trainings to choose from, Book a discovery call to answer any questions you may have about training and see if this training is the right fit for you.
Apply online by filling out the application with the link provided. Only 6 participants will be accepted for this training to keep it as intimate as possible. Once you have completed registration you will be directed to make your payment.
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Onboarding
Welcome IMPACTOR!! you will receive a follow up email with video link details, your Sacred Doula Journal and details of the location for the immersion portion of the training,
Investment
Your tuition of $550 USD includes:
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6 Week LIVE Virtual Training
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3 Day In Person Immersion of Birth To Breastfeeding Skills & First Aid/CPR Class
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1 private mentorship session
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Access to a robust asynchronous digital learning library
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6 months of mentorship through monthly community support and connection
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A Certificate of Completion recognizing over 30+ hours of training
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Payment plans are available.
Calendar For Trainings
Here’s the full schedule so you can plan ahead.
All group Google Meet sessions take place on Thursdays from 5:00–9:00 PM EST
unless otherwise noted. Replays will be available but assignments are still due.
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7 Week HYBRID BIRTH DOULA TRAINING
Week 1
(5-9p)
Intro to Doula Care
History of Midwives & Doulas
Birth Work As Community Health
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Week 2
(5-9p)
Cultural Competency, Humility & Inclusiveness
Communication Skills & Relationships
Trauma Informed Care & Brave Spaces ​
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Week 3
(5-9p)
Anatomy of Physiology
Stages of Labor, Comfort Measures & Positions ​
Birth Variations & Interventions
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Week 4
(5-9p)
High Risk & C Section Care
​Confidentiality & HIPAA Compliance
Case Studies/ Role Play
The First Latch Breastfeeding Class ​
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Week 5
(5-9p)
Maternal and Infant Mental Health
Postpartum Care & Healing
Bereavement & Loss
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Week 6
(5-9:00p)
Self Care & Future Planning
Business Basics, Marketing & Branding​​​​​
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Week 7
(10-5p)
2 DAY Doula Skills Day & First Aid/CPR Class
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See What IMPACTORS Have Said
Meet Your Facilitator
Jada Metcalf Founder of IMPACT Doula Training
CCHW, CPD, CBS, IME
Jada Metcalf has been training doulas since 2024 and mentoring lactation professionals since 2023 using her Mind, Body & Babee doula training method. Jada has attended births since 2021 during the pandemic supporting a total of 80+ births to date. All of these aspiring doula students have found IMPACT Doula Training to fill a significant role in their doula professional journey while mitigating the Black Maternal & Infant Mortality and Black breastfeeding rates here in Georgia and nationwide.
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Jada’s IMPACT Doula certification program is one of the few Doula training programs with an exclusive focus on birth to breastfeeding care. In July of 2024 the IMPACT Doula Certification program became fully accessible as a hybrid course proving online and in person hands on advanced skills training as well.
Jada believes that families have an easier and happier start when they have support as their family grows from conception to reception and beyond. She has been able to offer this support in a variety of ways since 2016 with the birth to breastfeeding experience of her own two children.
FAQ's
What is a doula?
A doula is a trained, non-medical support person who provides emotional, physical, and informational care to families during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Doulas offer advocacy, reassurance, comfort techniques, and education — helping birthing people feel empowered, seen, and supported through life’s most transformative seasons.
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Do I need any experience or medical background to become a doula?
No medical background is required! Our doula training is open to all — including parents, healers, caregivers, and new birth workers. We teach everything you need to begin offering confident, compassionate care from a culturally grounded and trauma-informed approach.
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What’s the difference between a birth doula and a postpartum doula?
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A birth doula supports families during labor and birth by offering comfort measures, advocacy, and emotional presence.
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A postpartum doula supports the healing process after birth with infant care, body care, emotional processing, and practical home support.
Many doulas train in both areas and offer continuous care from pregnancy through postpartum.
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What makes this doula training different?
Our training is rooted in the Mind-Body-Babee™ Model of Care, which centers:
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Mind: emotional wellness and trauma-informed presence
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Body: hands-on skills, herbs, bodywork, and rest
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Babee: cultural ritual, ancestral healing, and sacred support
We also emphasize reproductive justice, cultural humility, grief support, and doula sustainability, so you can offer care that truly nourishes your clients and yourself.
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Will I be certified after the training?
Yes. You will receive a Certificate of Completion after attending the full training and completing any required practice or reflection activities, reading assignments and exam. This certification allows you to begin working with clients, building your doula business, or joining doula collectives. You literally can leave the training as a certified doula!
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What’s included in the training?
Each training includes:
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In-person or live virtual classes
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Herbal and bodywork demos
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Reflection prompts & reading checklists
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Access to our private community chats
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Certificate of Completion
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Optional business coaching or mentorship support​
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Does the training cover loss, trauma, or birth complications?
Yes. We believe in honoring all birth outcomes. Our training includes a pregnancy and infant loss care module, and we teach doulas how to offer trauma-informed, grief-literate support for miscarriage, stillbirth, and birth after trauma. You’ll also learn advocacy tools for supporting families through medicalized or unexpected birth outcomes.
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What should I bring to in-person training?
We recommend bringing:
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A notebook, journal and/or electronic device
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Comfortable layered clothing
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A water bottle and snacks
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Any personal or cultural objects you’d like to add to our group altar
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Your full presence and an open heart
All learning materials are digital and any care or educational models or tools will be provided unless otherwise noted.
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How much does doula training cost? Do you offer payment plans?
Most of our trainings cost $550. We include in person AHA First Aid/CPR classes as well.
We offer flexible payment plans, BIPOC scholarships, and community discounts based on fiscal funding because we believe birthwork should be accessible and sustainable.
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How do I register or learn more?
You can register directly via our website or reach out at jmpactdoulatraining@gmail.com. I am happy to answer questions and help you determine if this training is the right fit for your path.