Why Train as a Doula with Doulacare Ireland?

Irish Based Trainers

Our trainers are all Irish based. They have all worked for many years as doulas in the Irish system and have in depth knowledge and experience of what Irish families need. We can also advise you on how to register as a doula in Ireland, the tax systems, insurances and everything you need to get off the ground.

Local support networks

Because our trainers are based in Ireland this means you can access mentorship on a local level. Our trainers can help you to create a resource list, link in with other reputable professionals and grow your business.

Business knowledge and support

Our training has been developed and will be taught by the owners of Ireland’s only Doula Agency. We have vast experience of growing businesses from the ground up. Both Mary Tighe and Jen Crawford worked as independent doulas for many years and so they can offer you mentorship on how to get your new doula business off the ground.

Bespoke training

Our trainings are based on adult learning. We have a huge amount of group activities, interactive sessions, group discussion and opportunity to debrief. We cater to your individual needs throughout the training to ensure every single participant leaves feeling ready to kick start their new career as a doula.

Follow up support

Even before you take our in person training you have access to our private online group. Once you have booked in you can join our group to network and liaise with other doulas and get your questions answered. You will also have access to monthly video chats where you can ask questions, gain knowledge and skills and resources as you are starting your new career.

Balance

Our trainings are one of a kind. We ensure you will leave with a balance of skills to get you started, while also knowing the best evidence based sources to continue your journey. As doulas we are constantly learning. Keeping up to date with the latest guidelines and evidence is vital. We will teach you the skills needed to recognise trusted studies and also the best sources of information in Ireland and also internationally.

• Our groundbreaking new training is the perfect fit for the modern doula.

• We are a busy national doula agency currently working and supporting families nationwide.

• We have strong working relationships with health care professionals across the country.

• We are leading the way with professional standards, within the doula profession in Ireland.

Certification

We are offering you the chance to certify with an Irish organisation that knows the Irish system. We are focused on nurturing and supporting you as you begin this new and exciting chapter in your life.

We will help you evolve

Our trainings offer engagement, laughter, raw emotions, the latest evidence based information, group support and so much more.  We will ask you to dig deeper than you ever had. We will challenge your unconscious bias. We will open your eyes to the raw journey into parenthood. We will help you to see a baby for the individual person they are. We will push you so far out of your comfort zone - but we do it all in such a fun, engaging and energetic way by the end you will realise you are ready to doula! You will be capable of offering unbiased, non judgemental support with confidence!