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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

    • Canadian Doula Academy

    • Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings (BADT)

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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 see links below.  Scope of Practice/ Modalities covered by Policy renewing/ purchased after September 15 2024 will include: â€‹

  • Birth Doula, Post-Partum Doula, Fertility Doula and Pregnancy Loss Doula, End of Life Doula

  • non-invasive ancillary pre and post-natal services such as prenatal massage

  • belly binding

  • lactation and breastfeeding consultation

  • pregnancy apparel consultation

  • sleep consultation

  • infant and child car safety seminars

  • sleep consulting

  • childbirth education

  • Pre & Postnatal Yoga (with 200hr yoga training  certificate & additional premium

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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

Your previous provider for 2023-24 insurance year, Sovereign General Insurance, will no longer be insuring the Doula profession. However, we're pleased to inform you that we've secured coverage with Trisura Guarantee Insurance Company to continue and enhance the DAA Professional Insurance program. Upon renewal, your coverage will automatically transfer from to Trisura.

Scope of Practice/ Modalities covered by NEW POLICY:

Birth Doula, Post-Partum Doula, Fertility Doula and Pregnancy Loss Doula, End of Life Doula, non-
invasive ancillary pre and post-natal services such as prenatal massage, belly binding, lactation and

breastfeeding consultation, pregnancy apparel consultation, sleep consultation, infant and child car
safety seminars, sleep consulting and childbirth education.

Pre & Postnatal Yoga (with 200hr training completion certificate and additional $75 premium

The questionnaire below will be completed only when membership/ insurance is purchased. 

Sample is provided here for information purposes only on this page

Membership Plan Options

  • RENEWAL-Membership & Insurance 2024-2025

    289$
    Member Renewal: Continue your journey with us!
    Valid for one year
    • Membership + Insurance ($1mil E&O/CGL premium $198)
    • Insurance coverage for one year starting October 1, 2024
    • Insurance valid until September 30 2025
    • Access to specialised training & members only discounts
    • Access to provincial level advocacy
    • Access to provincial members-only facebook page
    • Directory listing
    • Membership Badge

  • NEW Membership & Insurance Bundle 24-25

    289$
    Welcome! Elevate your doula career with YOUR new membership.
    Valid for 12 months
    • Membership + Insurance ($1mil E&O/CGL premium $198)
    • Insurance coverage for one year starting October 1, 2024*
    • Insurance valid until September 30, 2025
    • Access to specialized trainings & members only discounts
    • Access to provincial level advocacy
    • Access to a provincial members-only facebook group
    • Directory listing
    • Membership badge

  • BYO Insurance 2024-2025

    91$
    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, 2025

  • Indigenous Member 2024-2025

    91$
    Membership valid until September 30th, 2025
     
    • All opportunities associated with membership
    • Insurance requirement waived
    • Recognition of traditional training practices
    • No Insurance Policy provided (Membership Only)

  • Board & Liaisons 2024-2025

    198$
    All member benefits, 0$ membership, Insurance fees included
    Valid for one year

    • Parental Leave (12 month non practicing)

      91$
      Parental Leave (12 month non practicing): Membership + Insurance ($0 premium) $91
      Valid for one year
      • Access to specialized trainings & members only discounts
      • Access to Provincial level Advocacy
      • Access to Provincial members-only facebook group
      • Directory Listing
      • Membership Badge
      • Extended Reporting period insurance for 12 month maximum
      • Must complete Insurance Activation Form to validate

    - UPGRADE YOUR COVERAGE -

    Subscriptions above include only 1M Liability Insurance.  For higher coverage limits or add on modality of Yoga, please upgrade to your selection below.
    Please process your upgrade in a second transaction.

    We acknowledge that we are on traditional territories in Alberta of the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit people whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries. We respect the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada whose presence continues to enrich our community. We recognize the land as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting. We acknowledge the history of birth on these lands where First Nations, Métis and Inuit people were the first birth protectors.

    © 2021 by Doula Association of Alberta.

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