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END-OF-LIFE DOULA TRAINING
COST: ONLINE $695 | IN-PERSON $825+
DISCOUNTS: 5% for Tier 2 and 3 Members, 25% for Student or Military
- SCHOLARSHIPS: Available
- ONLINE PREWORK: estimated 10-12 hours
- ONLINE CLASSROOM HOURS: 21- 25.5 hours live
- ONLINE POSTWORK: estimated 2-3 hours of independent exercise & discussion forum
- FORMATS OFFERED: multiple options, see below
- PREREQUISITE: None, open to all
- REQUIREMENTS: Internet access, computer or tablet with audio & video capabilities.
- CONTACT HOURS FOR NURSES: Optional; 40 hours at the cost of $90
You can also attend one of free our DISCOVERY CALLS to learn more about becoming a doula and our training.
Event Type
All
End-of-Life Doula Training
Hospice End-of-Life Doula Training
End-of-Life Doula Refresher Training
Caregiver Support Training
Going Deeper | Grief
Going Deeper | LifeWriting
Navigating Dementia
Decolonizing Deathcare
Workshops
Discovery Call
Webinar
Community Meetup
Groups
Workshop Type
All
Self-Care Workshop Series
Trauma-Informed Caregiving Workshop Series
Mapping Emotions Workshop
Ritual Workshop
Creating Visibility
Poetic Medicine Workshop
Educator
All
Kris Kington-Barker
Shelby Kirillin
Nicole Heidbreder
Wilka Roig
Claudette Peterson
Valoria Walker
Cloud Conrad
Lara Stewart-Panko
Omni Kitts Ferrara
Event Location
All
Online
In Person
Joshua’s House Volunteer Hospice Administrative Office
Past and Future Events
All
Only Past Events
Only Future Events
april
Event Details
**This call is limited to 250 seats.** A Zoom Q&A to discover End-of-Life Doula Training with INELDA Register: HERE Feeling called to become an end-of-life
Event Details
**This call is limited to 250 seats.**
A Zoom Q&A to discover End-of-Life Doula Training with INELDA
Register: HERE
Feeling called to become an end-of-life doula for loved ones and your community?
Learn about INELDA’s End-of-Life Doula Training and approach to supporting the dying and those in their circle of care. This discovery call is an opportunity to hear about the topics covered during our training and how we facilitate a supportive and experiential learning environment. An INELDA educator will host the call to share our approach and answer questions about become an end-of-life doula. Calls are open to all, but registration is required due to capacity.
SCHEDULING DETAILS
- APRIL 16 | TUE 7pm – 8:30pm ET
This Zoom meeting is free for all, and open to anyone interested in learning more about INELDA’s current EOLD training and curriculum.
Want to attend?
may
Event Details
**This call is limited to 120 seats.** Learn about INELDA’s Doula Certification & Recertification Programs Register: HERE Have you already completed INELDA’s End-of-Life
Event Details
**This call is limited to 120 seats.**
Learn about INELDA’s Doula Certification & Recertification Programs
Register: HERE
Have you already completed INELDA’s End-of-Life Doula Training or our Refresher Training? Do you have practical experience as an end-of-life doula? If you are seeking more guidance and instruction in your practice, join us for our Q&A night for an overview of INELDA’s certification and process. An INELDA certification allows others to know you have accompanied multiple people at end-of-life and received 1:1 support along the way.
Prerequisites:
Completion of INELDA’s End-of-Life Doula Training -or- completion of another end-of-life doula training program along with the completion of the INELDA End-of-Life Doula Training Refresher.
SCHEDULING DETAILS
- MAY 15 | WED 7pm – 8:30pm ET
The next Discovery: End-of-Life Doula Certification call will be held in August 2024.
This Zoom meeting is free for all interested in learning more about INELDA’s Doula Certification process
Want to attend?
Event Details
**This call is limited to 250 seats.** A Zoom Q&A to discover End-of-Life Doula Training with INELDA Register: HERE Feeling called to become an end-of-life doula for
Event Details
**This call is limited to 250 seats.**
A Zoom Q&A to discover End-of-Life Doula Training with INELDA
Register: HERE
Feeling called to become an end-of-life doula for loved ones and your community?
Learn about INELDA’s End-of-Life Doula Training and our approach to supporting the dying and their loved ones. This discovery call is an opportunity to hear about the topics covered during our training and how we facilitate a supportive and experiential learning environment. INELDA Educator Shelby Kirillin will share our approach and answer any questions about become an end-of-life doula. Calls are open to all, but registration is required due to capacity.
SCHEDULING DETAILS
- MAY 21 | TUE 7pm – 8:30pm ET
This Zoom meeting is free for all, and open to anyone interested in learning more about INELDA’s current EOLD training and curriculum.
Want to attend?
Our end-of-life doula training course teaches the foundations of doula work and support for the dying. You will practice techniques, role play situations, and explore scenarios that end-of-life doulas may encounter. Within our shared learning space, you will come to understand the principles and spirit of service that underpins INELDA’s approach guided by experienced educators who are dedicated to serving the dying. This training is the first step in becoming an INELDA Certified End-of-Life Doula.
INELDA educators are also practitioners who are deeply committed to providing accessible, equitable, and compassionate deathcare. The experience and energy that they bring to each training allows learners to have unique insights into the practice and how to show up for the dying and their loved ones.
But there is a deep historical and spiritual tradition of doing death differently—of supporting and guiding the dying and their caregivers in a way that allows for inner engagement with the richness of their lives, and often, a more peaceful death. This path of service goes back thousands of years and has been revitalized in the modern end-of-life doula movement.
TOPICS COVERED
- The end-of-life doula model of care
- Deep active listening
- Common issues in facing death
- Meaning and legacy work
- Vigil planning
- Guided imagery
- Signs and symptoms of dying
- Rituals and ceremonies
- Reprocessing the dying journey
- Early grief work
- Self-care for doulas
- Next steps to serving as an end-of-life doula
OVERVIEW
- Prework—video segments and exercises that take an estimated 10-12 hours
- Live Zoom or in-person sessions
- Postwork—an estimated 2-3 hours of independent exercise & discussion forum
- Small group and pairs exercises—to experience and practice doula skills
- A PDF manual—with full written explanations and resources
CLASS FORMATS
- 3 day, IN PERSON
- 3 day, ONLINE INTENSIVE
- 3 week, 6 or 7 sessions – ONLINE
end-of-life doula training calendar
Our upcoming End-of-Life Doula Trainings are listed below. We open new trainings the middle of each month. In 2024 we will offer at least two trainings a month. If you want to search for other events, use the “Search Events” bar below or click on any of the filters shown.
Event Type
All
End-of-Life Doula Training
Hospice End-of-Life Doula Training
End-of-Life Doula Refresher Training
Caregiver Support Training
Going Deeper | Grief
Going Deeper | LifeWriting
Navigating Dementia
Decolonizing Deathcare
Workshops
Discovery Call
Webinar
Community Meetup
Groups
Workshop Type
All
Self-Care Workshop Series
Trauma-Informed Caregiving Workshop Series
Mapping Emotions Workshop
Ritual Workshop
Creating Visibility
Poetic Medicine Workshop
Educator
All
Kris Kington-Barker
Shelby Kirillin
Nicole Heidbreder
Wilka Roig
Claudette Peterson
Valoria Walker
Cloud Conrad
Lara Stewart-Panko
Omni Kitts Ferrara
Event Location
All
Online
In Person
Joshua’s House Volunteer Hospice Administrative Office
Past and Future Events
All
Only Past Events
Only Future Events
april
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.** ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care,
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.**
ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning, and more. This 3-day version of training will cover all materials from our standard course. Space is limited for our intensive training events.
Location: ONLINE
Dates: APRIL 12-14, 2024
Cost: $695
DISCOUNTS: 5% for Tier 2 and 3 Members
We offer a 25% discount for students and military. To receive this discount, please provide a copy of your current enrollment and student/military id. Documents can be sent to [email protected] to receive the special discount code for checkout.
Schedule Details
ONLINE Sessions (REQUIRED):
This class will meet over 3 sessions as follows (all times shown are Eastern Time):
- APRIL 12 | FRI 6pm – 10pm
- APRIL 13 | SAT 10am – 7pm
- APRIL 14 | SUN 10am – 7pm
Additional Details
- Prework consists of an estimated 10-12 hours of self-paced videos, journaling, and discussion forums.
- Postwork consists of an estimated 2-3 hours of independent exercise & discussion forum.
- Participation in our online sessions requires internet access and the use of a computer, tablet, or phone with audio & video capabilities.
- Intermittent breaks and/or lunches will be provided during each session depending on the course format.
- As part of the coursework, participants will receive a PDF manual to download/print prior to beginning prework.
- In order to receive an INELDA Certificate of Completion for the course, you must complete all prework materials, attend required sessions, and complete postwork
- Completion of our training allows INELDA members to be listed on our Doula Directory & to move forward with our Certification process.
- Learn more about this course
View our refund policy | View our attendance policy
Questions? Please email us at [email protected]
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.** ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care,
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.**
ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning, and more. This 3-day version of training will cover all materials from our standard course. Space is limited for our intensive training events.
Location: ONLINE
Dates: APRIL 19-21, 2024
Cost: $695
DISCOUNTS: 5% for Tier 2 and 3 Members
We offer a 25% discount for students and military. To receive this discount, please provide a copy of your current enrollment and student/military id. Documents can be sent to [email protected] to receive the special discount code for checkout.
Schedule Details
ONLINE Sessions (REQUIRED):
This class will meet over 3 sessions as follows (all times shown are Eastern Time):
- APRIL 19 | FRI 12pm – 4pm
- APRIL 20| SAT 8am – 5pm
- APRIL 21 | SUN 8am – 5pm
Additional Details
- Prework consists of an estimated 10-12 hours of self-paced videos, journaling, and discussion forums.
- Postwork consists of an estimated 2-3 hours of independent exercise & discussion forum.
- Participation in our online sessions requires internet access and the use of a computer, tablet, or phone with audio & video capabilities.
- Intermittent breaks and/or lunches will be provided during each session depending on the course format.
- As part of the coursework, participants will receive a PDF manual to download/print prior to beginning prework.
- In order to receive an INELDA Certificate of Completion for the course, you must complete all prework materials, attend required sessions, and complete postwork
- Completion of our training allows INELDA members to be listed on our Doula Directory & to move forward with our Certification process.
- Learn more about this course
View our refund policy | View our attendance policy
Questions? Please email us at [email protected]
may
Event Details
ABOUT THIS COURSE: Our online death doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones at end-of-life. We will investigate models of care, deep
Event Details
ABOUT THIS COURSE: Our online death doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones at end-of-life. We will investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning, and more. This training is open to all, and consists of self-paced prework, online training sessions, online postwork and includes X optional group Q&A’s sessions.
LOCATION: Online Classroom
DATES: May 7 – June 11, 2024
COST: $695
DISCOUNTS: 5% for Tier 2 and 3 Members
We offer a 25% discount for students and military. To receive this discount, please provide a copy of your current enrollment and student/military id. Documents can be sent to [email protected] to receive the special discount code for checkout.
Schedule Details
Required Sessions
This class will meet for 6 sessions as follows (all times shown are Eastern Time):
- MAY 7 | TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
- MAY 14 | TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
- MAY 21 | TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
- MAY 28| TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
- JUNE 4 | TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
- JUNE 11 | TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
Optional group Q&A with your educator
- MAY 23 | THU 6:30pm – 8:30pm
- JUNE 13 | THU 6p:30m – 8:30pm
Additional Details
- Prework consists of an estimated 10-12 hours of self-paced videos, journaling, and discussion forums.
- Postwork consists of an estimated 2-3 hours of independent exercise & discussion forum.
- Participation in our online sessions requires internet access and the use of a computer, tablet, or phone with audio & video capabilities.
- Intermittent breaks and/or lunches will be provided during each session depending on course format.
- As part of the coursework, participants will receive a PDF manual to download/print prior to beginning prework.
- In order to receive an INELDA Certificate of Completion for the course, you must complete all prework materials, attend required sessions, and complete postwork.
- Completion of our training allows INELDA members to be listed on our Doula Directory & to move forward with our Certification process.
- Learn more about this course
View our refund policy | View our attendance policy
Questions? Please email us at [email protected]
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.** ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care,
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.**
ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning, and more. This 3-day version of training will cover all materials from our standard course. Space is limited for our intensive training events.
Location: ONLINE
Dates: May 10-12, 2024
Cost: $695
DISCOUNTS: 5% for Tier 2 and 3 Members
We offer a 25% discount for students and military. To receive this discount, please provide a copy of your current enrollment and student/military id. Documents can be sent to [email protected] to receive the special discount code for checkout.
Schedule Details
ONLINE Sessions (REQUIRED):
This class will meet over 3 sessions as follows (all times shown are Eastern Time):
- MAY 10 | FRI 6pm – 10pm
- MAY 11| SAT 10am – 7pm
- MAY 12| SUN 10am – 7pm
Additional Details
- Prework consists of an estimated 10-12 hours of self-paced videos, journaling, and discussion forums.
- Postwork consists of an estimated 2-3 hours of independent exercise & discussion forum.
- Participation in our online sessions requires internet access and the use of a computer, tablet, or phone with audio & video capabilities.
- Intermittent breaks and/or lunches will be provided during each session depending on the course format.
- As part of the coursework, participants will receive a PDF manual to download/print prior to beginning prework.
- In order to receive an INELDA Certificate of Completion for the course, you must complete all prework materials, attend required sessions, and complete postwork
- Completion of our training allows INELDA members to be listed on our Doula Directory & to move forward with our Certification process.
- Learn more about this course
View our refund policy | View our attendance policy
Questions? Please email us at [email protected]
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.** ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care,
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.**
ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning, and more. This 3-day version of training will cover all materials from our standard course. Space is limited for our intensive training events.
Location: ONLINE
Dates: May 24-26, 2024
Cost: $695
DISCOUNTS: 5% for Tier 2 and 3 Members
We offer a 25% discount for students and military. To receive this discount, please provide a copy of your current enrollment and student/military id. Documents can be sent to [email protected] to receive the special discount code for checkout.
Schedule Details
ONLINE Sessions (REQUIRED):
This class will meet over 3 sessions as follows (all times shown are Eastern Time):
- MAY 24 | FRI 6pm – 10pm
- MAY 25 | SAT 11am – 8pm
- MAY 26 | SUN 11am – 8pm
Additional Details
- Prework consists of an estimated 10-12 hours of self-paced videos, journaling, and discussion forums.
- Postwork consists of an estimated 2-3 hours of independent exercise & discussion forum.
- Participation in our online sessions requires internet access and the use of a computer, tablet, or phone with audio & video capabilities.
- Intermittent breaks and/or lunches will be provided during each session depending on the course format.
- As part of the coursework, participants will receive a PDF manual to download/print prior to beginning prework.
- In order to receive an INELDA Certificate of Completion for the course, you must complete all prework materials, attend required sessions, and complete postwork
- Completion of our training allows INELDA members to be listed on our Doula Directory & to move forward with our Certification process.
- Learn more about this course
View our refund policy | View our attendance policy
Questions? Please email us at [email protected]
june
Event Details
ABOUT THIS COURSE: Our online death doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones at end-of-life. We will investigate models of care, deep
Event Details
ABOUT THIS COURSE: Our online death doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones at end-of-life. We will investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning, and more. This training is open to all, and consists of self-paced prework, online training sessions, online postwork and includes X optional group Q&A’s sessions.
LOCATION: Online Classroom
DATES: May 7 – June 11, 2024
COST: $695
DISCOUNTS: 5% for Tier 2 and 3 Members
We offer a 25% discount for students and military. To receive this discount, please provide a copy of your current enrollment and student/military id. Documents can be sent to [email protected] to receive the special discount code for checkout.
Schedule Details
Required Sessions
This class will meet for 6 sessions as follows (all times shown are Eastern Time):
- MAY 7 | TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
- MAY 14 | TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
- MAY 21 | TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
- MAY 28| TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
- JUNE 4 | TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
- JUNE 11 | TUE 6:30pm – 10:30pm
Optional group Q&A with your educator
- MAY 23 | THU 6:30pm – 8:30pm
- JUNE 13 | THU 6p:30m – 8:30pm
Additional Details
- Prework consists of an estimated 10-12 hours of self-paced videos, journaling, and discussion forums.
- Postwork consists of an estimated 2-3 hours of independent exercise & discussion forum.
- Participation in our online sessions requires internet access and the use of a computer, tablet, or phone with audio & video capabilities.
- Intermittent breaks and/or lunches will be provided during each session depending on course format.
- As part of the coursework, participants will receive a PDF manual to download/print prior to beginning prework.
- In order to receive an INELDA Certificate of Completion for the course, you must complete all prework materials, attend required sessions, and complete postwork.
- Completion of our training allows INELDA members to be listed on our Doula Directory & to move forward with our Certification process.
- Learn more about this course
View our refund policy | View our attendance policy
Questions? Please email us at [email protected]
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.** ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care,
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.**
ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning, and more. This 3-day version of training will cover all materials from our standard course. Space is limited for our intensive training events.
Location: ONLINE
Dates: June 7-9, 2024
Cost: $695
DISCOUNTS: 5% for Tier 2 and 3 Members
We offer a 25% discount for students and military. To receive this discount, please provide a copy of your current enrollment and student/military id. Documents can be sent to [email protected] to receive the special discount code for checkout.
Schedule Details
ONLINE Sessions (REQUIRED):
This class will meet over 3 sessions as follows (all times shown are Eastern Time):
- JUNE 7 | FRI 6pm – 10pm
- JUNE 8 | SAT 9:30am – 6:30pm
- JUNE 9 | SUN 9:30am – 6:30pm
Additional Details
- Prework consists of an estimated 10-12 hours of self-paced videos, journaling, and discussion forums.
- Postwork consists of an estimated 2-3 hours of independent exercise & discussion forum.
- Participation in our online sessions requires internet access and the use of a computer, tablet, or phone with audio & video capabilities.
- Intermittent breaks and/or lunches will be provided during each session depending on the course format.
- As part of the coursework, participants will receive a PDF manual to download/print prior to beginning prework.
- In order to receive an INELDA Certificate of Completion for the course, you must complete all prework materials, attend required sessions, and complete postwork
- Completion of our training allows INELDA members to be listed on our Doula Directory & to move forward with our Certification process.
- Learn more about this course
View our refund policy | View our attendance policy
Questions? Please email us at [email protected]
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.** ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care,
Event Details
**Class enrollment is limited to 40 learners.**
ABOUT THIS COURSE: Intensive ONLINE doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning, and more. This 3-day version of training will cover all materials from our standard course. Space is limited for our intensive training events.
Location: ONLINE
Dates: June 21-23, 2024
Cost: $695
DISCOUNTS: 5% for Tier 2 and 3 Members
We offer a 25% discount for students and military. To receive this discount, please provide a copy of your current enrollment and student/military id. Documents can be sent to [email protected] to receive the special discount code for checkout.
Schedule Details
ONLINE Sessions (REQUIRED):
This class will meet over 3 sessions as follows (all times shown are Eastern Time):
- JUNE 21| FRI 8pm – 12am
- JUNE 22 | SAT 12pm – 9pm
- JUNE 23 | SUN 12pm – 9pm
Additional Details
- Prework consists of an estimated 10-12 hours of self-paced videos, journaling, and discussion forums.
- Postwork consists of an estimated 2-3 hours of independent exercise & discussion forum.
- Participation in our online sessions requires internet access and the use of a computer, tablet, or phone with audio & video capabilities.
- Intermittent breaks and/or lunches will be provided during each session depending on the course format.
- As part of the coursework, participants will receive a PDF manual to download/print prior to beginning prework.
- In order to receive an INELDA Certificate of Completion for the course, you must complete all prework materials, attend required sessions, and complete postwork
- Completion of our training allows INELDA members to be listed on our Doula Directory & to move forward with our Certification process.
- Learn more about this course
View our refund policy | View our attendance policy
Questions? Please email us at [email protected]
july
Event Details
About this training: Doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning,
Event Details
About this training: Doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning, and more. This training consists of online prework (10-12 hrs), in-person training sessions at the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, and online postwork (2-3 hrs). A Certificate of Completion will be made available after finishing all necessary materials.
There will be 75 seats available for the training.
Read more about the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies
LOCATION: IN-PERSON — Rhinebeck, NY
DATES: July 14 — 19
COST: Please see the Omega website for pricing.
Schedule Details
Required IN-PERSON Sessions:
This training will meet for 5 days in July 2024, as follows (all times shown are Eastern Time):
- July 14 | SUN 4pm – 7pm (check-in – only required if staying on campus)
- July 15 | MON 9am – 5pm* (additional check-in time available between 8am-8:45am – only if not checked in on previous day)
- July 16 | TUE 9am – 5pm*
- July 17 | WED 9am – 12pm
- July 18 | THU 9am – 5pm*
- July 19 | FRI 9am – 12pm
*Intermittent breaks will be offered for this training day. Review the schedule here.
Location Details
OMEGA INSTITUTE
150 Lake Drive
RHINEBECK, NY 12572
You can view accommodation options to stay both on or off campus here
For more information, questions on registration, or accommodations available at the institute, visit:
https://www.eomega.org/contact
Additional Details
- Attendance at all days/sessions will be required.
- This training consists of online prework, in-person sessions, and online postwork.
- Learn more about this course
Can’t attend this training in person? See our full schedule of online training dates here.
september
Event Details
About this training: Doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning,
Event Details
About this training: Doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning, and more. This training consists of online prework (10-12 hrs), in-person training sessions at the Hollyhock Retreat Centre (detailed below), and online postwork (2-3 hrs). A Certificate of Completion will be made available after finishing all necessary materials.
There will be 40 seats available for the training.
Read more about the Hollyhock Retreat Centre on Cortes Island
LOCATION: IN-PERSON — Cortes Island, British Columbia
DATES: September 6 — 11
COST: Please see the Hollyhock website for pricing.
Schedule Details
Required IN-PERSON Sessions:
This training will meet for 6 days in September 2024, as follows (all times shown are Pacific Time):
- September 6 | FRI 8pm – 9pm (plan to arrive between 2pm — 5pm)
- September 7 | SAT 10am – 6:30pm*
- September 8 | SUN 2pm – 6:30pm
- September 9 | MON 10am – 5:00pm*
- September 10 | TUES 10am – 6:30pm*
- September 11 | WED 10am – 12pm
*Intermittent breaks offered for this day of training. A detailed schedule will be available at least 2 weeks in advance of the program. View sample schedule here
Location Details
HOLLYHOCK RETREAT CENTER ON CORTES ISLAND
Cortes Island, B.C. VOP 1KO
CANADA
You can view accommodation options to stay both on or off campus here
For more information, questions on registration, or accommodations available at the campus, visit:
https://www.hollyhock.ca/contact
Additional Details
- Attendance at all days/sessions will be required.
- This training consists of online prework, in-person sessions, and online postwork.
- Learn more about this course
Can’t attend this training in person? See our full schedule of online training dates here.
Event Details
About this training: Doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning,
Event Details
About this training: Doula training is for those who intend to support the dying and their loved ones. Investigate models of care, deep active listening, ritual and ceremonies, vigil planning, and more. This training consists of online prework (10-12 hrs), in-person training sessions at the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, and online postwork (2-3 hrs). A Certificate of Completion will be made available after finishing all necessary materials.
There will be 75 seats available for the training.
Read more about the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies
LOCATION: IN-PERSON — Rhinebeck, NY
DATES: September 27 — 29
COST: Please see the Omega website for pricing.
Schedule Details
Required IN-PERSON Sessions:
This training will meet for 3 days in September 2024, as follows (all times shown are Eastern Time):
- September 27 | FRI 7pm – 10pm (4pm — 7pm check-in time, only required if staying on campus)
- September 28 | SAT 8am – 10pm*
- September 29 | SUN 8am – 3pm*
*Intermittent breaks will be offered for this training day. Review the schedule here.
Location Details
OMEGA INSTITUTE
150 Lake Drive
RHINEBECK, NY 12572
You can view accommodation options to stay both on or off campus here
For more information, questions on registration, or accommodations available at the institute, visit:
https://www.eomega.org/contact
Additional Details
- Attendance at all days/sessions will be required.
- This training consists of online prework, in-person sessions, and online postwork.
- Learn more about this course
Can’t attend this training in person? See our full schedule of online training dates here.
EDUCATORS
Our growing team of educators draws from decades of work as end-of-life doulas. Their insights and stories from the bedside capture the essence of doula work and inspire attendees to walk with them on the same path. They also have extensive backgrounds in trauma-informed care, nursing, social work, spiritual care, grief, the healing arts, adult education, and hospice administration. Every one of them has also completed or is engaged in, our doula certification process.
END-OF-LIFE DOULA TRAINING FAQs
There are no prerequisites to taking the course. However, the first part of the course involves watching four hours of video instruction and doing a series of activities. It will take you ten to twelve hours to complete all of that prework. You will receive access to the prework after payment is received. In order to fully participate in the sessions, we request all prework is completed prior to the first day of the live sessions.
Access to the prework videos and activities, as well as a PDF version of the manual.
Yes, we have made arrangements with a printer who can send you a high-resolution printed and spiral-bound copy of the manual for a charge of $38.98 (shipping included). Access to the training manual (which includes instructions for ordering) are included in your registration confirmation email.
We currently offer two different formats for the course. One concentrates the learning into three full days, while the other has more but shorter sessions. Each format lasts for 25 hours of PowerPoint presentations, stories from the bedside, and experiential exercises. In addition, there will be 4 hours of optional, but highly recommended Q&A/Discussion sessions for the offering with shorter sessions. Check out our training calendar here for specific dates and times.
INELDA’s end-of-life doula training provides 40 Nursing Contact Hours for a charge of $90; you can purchase them at the time you register for the course. If you have already registered for the training course and now would like to pay for the Nursing Contact Hours you can do that by clicking here.
The training course is intended to give you a thorough grounding in the knowledge and skills you will need to effectively support and guide a dying person and their loved ones through the dying process. You will learn the INELDA foundational model, how to be a deep active listener, use guided imagery and ritual, and much more. You will participate in intensive exercises to practice the techniques that will prepare you to provide person-centered care. For more details, see the description of the training course here.
No, prior clinical training is not necessary to become an EOL doula. If you are a compassionate person who can truly listen to another human being without judgment, and you feel a calling to this work, then you can learn to be an end-of-life doula.
That depends as this is a relatively new field. So, earning enough of an income to support a family if there is no other source of income may be challenging. We recommend that you gain experience working at the bedside before starting your own private practice. We also recommend that you have another form of income to support you during the early days of your practice. You will need to think out of the box about your work to build community awareness about your services and to increase your earnings. Nonetheless, many of our trainees have started their own doula business or joined an existing collaborative or collective.
This course touches on some intense experiences and requires an emotional openness and vulnerability when you engage in the exercises. If you feel emotionally fragile now, this probably isn’t the best time to take the course. But only you can judge whether or not you can regulate your emotions enough to explore what it means to die and how we move through the process of dying. If you have any doubts you can do this, then wait until your inner life is more settled to take the course, or reach out to us at [email protected] to discuss your situation.
We offer a 25% discount for military and veterans. To receive this discount, please send a copy of your military, veteran status government issued id to [email protected]
This discount will apply to the full cost of the course, and cannot be combined with any membership discount.
We offer a 25% discount for students. To receive this discount, please provide a copy of your current enrollment and student id. Documents can be sent to [email protected]
This discount will apply to the full cost of the course, and cannot be combined with any membership discount.