In 2023, CCHE is facilitating training for a six-person cohort who will learn and network together while completing training toward certification. This training and tuition support of $720 is for Cook County, MN residents only. The Childbirth International birth doula ‘go green’ option is a 200-hour online, self-paced training that can be completed in 8-10 hours a week for 6 months or 4-5 hours a week for 12 months and will be supported by in-person cohort gatherings at CCHE.

A doula is a labor support companion trained and certified to support families during and around the time of birth.

Childbirth International offers a certification recognized by the state of Minnesota. https://childbirthinternational.com/

-You are passionate about encouraging safe and healthy birth.

-You are comfortable with all different kinds of people and environments.

-You have some level of flexibility and reliable transportation.

-You are able to remain calm in potentially stressful situations.

The last day to apply is January 5th, 2023, and applicants can expect a response by January 12th, 2023.

Find the application here: https://mycche.org/birth-doula-scholarship/

Questions? Contact 218-387-3411 ext 2 or [email protected]

Thank you to the North Shore Collaborative for their support!