Join us on this incredible journey of becoming a Doula and let us show you how it's done. We'll be right there by your side, providing unwavering support, and introducing you to the most amazing group of birth workers you'll ever meet. They'll become your lifelong companions, offering expertise and guidance whenever you need it. Our mission is to empower passionate individuals like you who want to make birth a transformative and empowering experience.

And here's the best part: we don't believe in yearly memberships or fees. Your training fee is a one-time investment, giving you access to exceptional training and continuous support without any additional charges. Let's turn your passion for being a Doula into a rewarding venture and create something truly magical together!

Once you're fully trained, you'll be welcomed into the main TBU Birthworkers Group, an incredible team consisting of midwives, Hypnobirthing instructors, breastfeeding supporters, and more. This extraordinary community will be there to support you unconditionally. We hold regular calls where we catch up, support each other, and delve deep into specific topics through masterclasses.

So let's get real and cut to the chase - we understand that building a successful business is about making a substantial income, and we're here to guide you every step of the way. With our one-time training fee, you'll gain access to online modules, so you can start your learning journey.

Get ready to join this remarkable team of birth workers, my friend. We're here to elevate your business, unleash your potential, and create a community that thrives on compassion, extensive knowledge, and unwavering support. Together, let's make some serious magic happen!

How to become a Doula

Step 1

So our full birth doula training kicks off with online prerecorded training which our trainees work through in their own time. They can do this evenings, weekends, on their lunch break or in the dead of night. It’s super flexible to fit around any lifestyle!

When working through this, you will be in a training group on Facebook where you can share your thoughts and have discussion with your fellow trainees. This is also where you will complete associated activities.

Step 2

There are activities to go alongside the modules. These are a mixture of exploring resources, creating infographics, recording a short video explaining a topic, researching and gathering statistics.

None of the activities involve essay writing. We believe that this training and this work should be accessible to those who don’t necessarily learn in the way that traditional education focuses on. We are well aware that specialist fields such as birth work often attract those who are neurodiverse and we want to ensure that no matter who you are, you can find a way to show us how well you understand the subject matter. 

All activities are submitted at any time from the start of the training into the training FB group.

Step 3

The course finishes with a training weekend. This is where you will meet Terri, and the whole group gets together to take a deep dive in to Doula life and extend your learning after the online content. 

Each day there will be a structured plan to insure we get the best out of time. The day begins at 9.30am and ends at 4.30pm, with small breaks and an hour lunch break which gives you some time refresh, refuel and explore the surroundings if you wish. 

We will cover a number of different topics, situations and scenarios over the 2 days, and the content will be heavily focused on modern day Doulaing – what that looks like, and giving you a deep understanding what Doula life is like. Throughout the weekend there will be open discussion, paired work, group work, listening and note taking. There will be a range of honest, open and sometimes difficult conversations, but also humour, laughter and light-heartedness. 

The weekend will be jam packed full of essential knowledge and will really round up all your learning so that you leave feeling confident and fully prepared to begin your Doula journey.

Step 4

At the weekend, you’ll be provided with a Doula manual and as long as your activities from the training are complete, you’ll receive access to all the resources and the main Birth worker community on FB.

So you can REALLY hit the ground running! 

Thats it!

You’ve done it!

Get ready to launch your doula career like a badass with TBU Academy!

Here's what's in store for you:

  • Face-to-face training weekend: Picture yourself in a stunning venue, diving deep into the world of doula magic. It's your chance to connect with a tribe of like-minded birth warriors and absorb all the knowledge we're about to drop.

  • Online modules: Before the weekend, we'll get you prepped and pumped with online modules that'll make you a training rockstar. Consider it your doula power-up.

  • Debrief session: After attending your first birth (woohoo!), we've got your back with a one-hour debrief session. We're all about supporting your success every step of the way.

  • Client handouts: Arm yourself with resources for your clients, covering all the pregnancy topics they'll encounter. You'll be a walking knowledge bomb, ready to empower and guide those birthing goddesses.

  • Badass client handbook: Who doesn't love a well-organized, doula-powered manual? We've got you covered. It's like having a doula superpower in your pocket, always ready to serve your clients with excellence.

  • Monthly group Zoom calls: Join Terri, Alix, and Jade for monthly group Zoom calls packed with wisdom and inspiration. Plus, we've got recordings of past calls for your binge-listening pleasure.

  • Reading lists: Dive deeper into the birth world with our curated reading lists. Prepare to become a birth ninja, armed with knowledge and ready to make a difference.

  • TBU Birthworker Community: Enter our secret Facebook group filled with incredible, like-minded birth warriors. It's your safe space to connect, share, and draw inspiration from the doula tribe. Together, we're unstoppable.

  • Kickass birthworker directory: Get listed on The Birth Uprising's hub, where over 1000 pregnant people visit each month. Shine bright and attract your dream clients.

  • Prerecorded modules: Level up your birth business game with our prerecorded modules. From marketing strategies to navigating the politics of birth work, we've got your back. Your business is about to soar.

  • Antenatal session guides and contract templates: We've got you covered with resources to streamline your work. Focus on supporting your clients and changing lives while we handle the details.

Are you ready to step into the doula realm and make your mark? TBU Academy is where the magic happens. Get ready to kick ass, take names, and embrace the life of a doula rockstar. Let's make birth history together!

  • Yes! You get out what you put in with any small business and if you begin without much time to devote to it then expect it to start slow. The more time and work invested into it, the faster the trajectory towards a steady stream of clients. Some of our gang do this work alongside full time jobs, families etc and others do this as their sole income. The amount you can earn varies based on what services you provide, how often you provide them, the prices that you charge and how much marketing you do to increase the chances of being seen by potential clients.

  • Full training folk will be invited to join a FB group with their fellow trainees and access to the online modules on. the day the course start date. They will then receive their resources and access to the main group upon completion of the course.

  • No, we believe in making the training accessible to as many as possible which is why we offer payment plans of up to 12 months for our. Payments must be made as agreed and missed payments caught up on ASAP alongside clear communication. Failure to keep up with payments will result in removal from the community and permission to use TBU resources denied.

  • Full training involves practical activities involving research, creating content and explaining aspects of birth throughout the online modules as well exploring your own thoughts and feelings around birth. When these are completed to a high standard and any necessary feedback given, then the trainees will receive their certificate of completion.

  • Full training groups are given access once they have completed their training.

  • TBU doulas have access to:

    -a 55 page workbook that can be given in printed form or sent electronically to clients. The front cover of this can be changed to suit your branding as long as the TBU logo is displayed on this. Separate handouts from this can be given instead of the full book if you prefer to use alongside your content.

    -Contract examples and Antenatal class plans

    -Resources PDFs on various special circumstances for you to send to your clients for easy recommendations of additional reading for them where relevant.

    -Printable teaching resources for use in your antenatal sessions.

    There is no requirement to use ANY of the TBU resources if you are passionate about making everything yours.

  • Not at all! If you are passionate about providing inclusive birth education to birthers and their birth teams then this is the job for you! If you are willing to put in the work it takes to start your own business, network and learn all the new skills involved in setting up and running a business (with our training and expertise to help you along the way) then you can absolutely make this work for you!

  • Not particularly! We are passionate about our doulas feeling free to run their business the way that they choose. We simply want a community of safe and inclusive birth workers who are respectful of others, promote informed choice and are always willing to learn and better themselves, you can read our terms and conditions here.

Still got questions?

Let's chat! Don't hesitate to hit us up at training@tbuacademy.com. Seriously, don't keep those burning questions to yourself. Let's dive right into it and talk that shit out.

We're fucking stoked to support you on this incredible journey. We are here to cheer you on, provide guidance, and help you kick some serious ass. So reach out to us, and let's make magic happen together. Can't wait to connect with you!