Doula Training Payment Plans: No-Fee Installments, Scholarships, and MyCAA
Doula training at LearnToBeADoula.com costs $650 and does not have to be paid all at once. I offer no-fee monthly installment plans, third-party financing through Klarna, Afterpay, or PayPal Pay Later, scholarship seats starting at $399 for eligible applicants, and MyCAA funding for military spouses. Every plan is paid in full before your first day of class.
Key Takeaways
- Doula training costs $650; early-bird rate of $610 when paid in full 30 or more days before the start date.
- No-fee monthly installment plans available; your monthly amount depends on how far in advance you register.
- Scholarship seats: Community seat ($475) for those experiencing financial hardship; Equity seat ($399) for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ applicants; limited per training date, first come, first served.
- Eligible military spouses can use MyCAA (My Career Advancement Account) benefits to cover full tuition.
- Klarna, Afterpay, and PayPal Pay Later available at checkout; each provider shows its own terms before you commit.
- A 2019 DoulaMatch.net analysis of 9,710 active doulas found DONA-certified doulas charge 24% higher fees and receive nearly 200% more referrals than non-certified doulas.
How does the no-fee doula training payment plan work?
You can split the $650 into monthly installments with no interest and no fees. The more lead time you have before your class starts, the more months you can spread it across.
Your plan is always paid in full before the first day of class, so you begin training with nothing left owing. You'll see your exact monthly amount at checkout once you choose your training date.
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What other financing options are available for doula training?
At checkout you can also use third-party financing: Klarna, Afterpay, and PayPal Pay Later. Each one sets its own terms and shows them to you before you commit, so you'll know exactly what you're agreeing to.
Are there scholarships or reduced-cost seats for doula training?
I keep a small number of reduced-cost seats so that price isn't the reason a capable person doesn't train:
- Community seat ($475): for those experiencing financial hardship who plan to practice as doulas.
- Equity seat ($399): for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ applicants experiencing financial hardship.
A limited number open for each training date, first come, first served. Apply before you register. This follows the Green Jar Method of sliding-scale pricing.
Can military spouses use MyCAA to pay for doula training?
If you're an eligible military spouse, you can use MyCAA (My Career Advancement Account) benefits to cover your tuition. I'm MyCAA-approved, and I'll walk you through the process.
Learn about MyCAA funding for doula training
What does $650 cover in DONA-approved doula training?
Your $650 covers:
- DONA-approved birth doula curriculum, taught live online with me
- The childbirth education and lactation requirements that other trainings charge for separately
- A lifetime listing on MeetYourDoula.com and a community of more than 10,000 graduates
- Free weekly co-working and mentoring calls, for as long as you want them
- Business training, so you know how to find clients and set your fees
- Printed training materials shipped to your door (US addresses)
You finish ready to work, with your certificate of completion in hand. Full DONA International certification comes after training, once you've attended births and met the remaining requirements.
Will doula training pay for itself?
I won't promise you an income. What I will tell you is that the math works in your favor when you value your work. In every training, I tell students to price their first birth at least as high as what they paid for class. Price it there, and a single birth covers your training.
A 2019 analysis of 9,710 active doulas on DoulaMatch.net found that DONA-certified doulas charge 24% higher fees and receive nearly 200% more referrals than non-certified doulas. Certification signals credibility to families who are comparing their options.
From there, what you earn depends on how you price and how you build your practice.
How do I register for doula training with a payment plan?
- Choose your training date at Doula Training Dates.
- Pick your payment option at checkout: a no-fee plan, third-party financing, or pay in full.
- Get access to your pre-training materials while you complete your plan.
Whichever option you choose, it's paid in full before your first day of class.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does doula certification cost?
DONA-approved doula training is $650. You can pay in full or split it into no-fee monthly installments. An early-bird rate of $610 is available when you pay in full 30 or more days before your start date.
Do I have to pay for doula training in full upfront?
No. You can split the cost into monthly installments with no interest and no fees. Your monthly amount depends on how far in advance you register, and all payments are completed before training starts.
Are there scholarships for doula training?
Yes. A Community seat ($475) for those experiencing financial hardship, and an Equity seat ($399) for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ applicants experiencing hardship. A limited number are available per training date, first come, first served. Apply here.
Can I use financing to pay for doula training?
Yes. Klarna, Afterpay, and PayPal Pay Later are available at checkout, each with terms set by the provider. You'll see the exact terms before you commit.
Is doula training tax deductible?
It may qualify as a business or educational expense. Check with your tax professional about your situation.
How soon can I start earning after training?
You can begin supporting families as soon as you finish, with your certificate of completion in hand. Many doulas set their first fee at or above what they paid for training, so the investment can be covered by an early birth.
What if I can't complete my payment plan?
Plans are completed before the course start date. If you need to move to a different date, contact me and we'll work it out. You can also read the terms of agreement.
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