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Become a Member

Prior to joining, please be sure to review our Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice and Membership Requirements. Membership can be made online by credit card or via e-transfer to doulaassociationofalberta@gmail.com. If payment is made by e-transfer, please allow up to one week for membership to be processed.

1) Training​

The Doula Association of Alberta recognizes the wide range of training, certification, and experiences that members may have. Members are required to meet the following minimums related to professional training:

  • An approved training course, with a minimum of 16 instructional hours, from an approved trainer. Below is a list of the most commonly used training organizations. If you do not see your organization listed, please contact us.​​

    • DONA International​

    • BeboMia

    • CAPPA

    • Doula Training Canada

    • Matrona

    • ProDoula

    • Pacific Rim

    • Birth Arts International​

    • The Cornerstone

    • StillBirthDay Doula Training

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  • Indigenous Birthworker (supporting documents required, contact Indigenous Birth of Alberta). This option is included to recognize and honour the traditional teaching practices of indigenous birth workers than may differ from the trainings listed above.

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2) Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice

All members must accept the terms of and abide by the Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice.

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3) Insurance

All members are required to carry professional insurance. Insurance is available through the Doula Association of Alberta or members can provide proof of insurance upon joining.

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For more information about the insurance through the DAA please visit this link. 

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4) Continuing Education

In order to balance accessibility with professional development, all members will be required to complete 10 hours of continuing education (online or in person) each year.​

  • This may include but is not limited to: observation of childbirth education series, webinars, mentoring, or participation in other applicable continuing education (ie: infant feeding, infant massage, loss support, etc.). Any additional full trainings (ex: postpartum doula training following birth doula training) are also eligible.

  • These hours are designed to be meaningful but flexible. There will be training opportunities offered by DAA as well a list of ideas for free trainings. That being said, members are by no means limited to training ideas put forward by the DAA.

  • CEUs are not required. Both free and paid trainings are eligible.

  • Members will show completion by submitting continuing education submission form through the website, prior to renewal period each year.

Membership Requirements

Insurance Information

please refer to these documents + links prior to reaching out to the DAA with questions.

Membershp Options

  • 2023 Prorated Memb.

    119$
    Membership + Insurance Valid Until September 30th, 2023
     
    • Insurance coverage from time of purchase until Sept. 30/23
    • Access to specialized trainings & members only discounts
    • Access to provincial level advocacy
    • Access to a provincial members-only facebook group
    • Directory listing
    • Membership badge
    • Does NOT auto renew

  • BYO Insurance

    90$
    Membership only - you must present your own insurance
     
    • Access to specialized trainings and members only discounts
    • Access to provincial level advocacy
    • Access to a provincial members only facebook group
    • Directory listing
    • Membership badge
    • Membership valid until September 30, 2023

* Yearly Membership rates may fluctuate as per Prolink's market rate. 

 

If you require additional insurance coverage for other modalities (ex: yoga, personal training), or have any questions please contact us. 

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