FAQs
Can I Make A Full Time Income As A Doula?
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 instructors 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.
What Happens When I Sign Up?
Doulas in training 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.
Do I Need To Pay In Full Before My Training Begins?
No, we believe in making the training accessible to as many as possible which is why we offer payment plans upon request. 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 RBN resources denied.
How Is The Training Assessed?
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.
When Do I Get To Join The TBU Birthworker Community?
Full training groups are given access once they have completed their training.
What Resources Do I Get To Give To My Clients And Do I Have To Use Them Or Can I Create My Own?
RBN 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 RBN 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.
-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 RBN resources if you are passionate about making everything yours. Many conversion instructors come to us having already created their own resources and this is completely fine!
Do I Need Any Previous Experience Or Qualifications In Birth Work Or Running A Business?
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!
Are There Strict Rules To Be A Part Of RBN?
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.