Become a Professional Birth Doula and Build a Career That Changes Lives

Ready to make a difference?

Train with an experienced instructor, receive lifetime mentorship, and gain the confidence to launch your doula career.

It is a tremendous responsibility to guide birthing people and their partners in preparation for childbirth.

Professional Birth Doulas help: shorten labors, lessen interventions and cesarean births, lessen birth trauma, higher apgrars for baby, increase bonding with baby, and help birthing parents have greater satisfaction with their births.

Julianne Curtis, now training for New Horizons Training Network, brings the highest quality professional birth doula training to aspiring doulas in Northern Colorado and beyond!

Imagine Yourself One Year From Now...

Supporting families through one of life's biggest moments.

Setting your own schedule.

Running a meaningful business.

Being part of a supportive doula community.

Making a real difference every week.

New Horizons Training Network

This training is perfect if you...

Love helping people

Want meaningful work

Are changing careers

Are a nurse, educator, therapist, or stay-at-home mom

Want flexible work

Don't have medical experience

Believe birth deserves compassionate support

We don't just teach birth...

We Teach You How to Build a Business.

Many trainings stop after certification.

We teach you how to find clients, set pricing, market yourself, and build a sustainable practice.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN AS A PROFESSIONAL BIRTH DOULA

The Professional Birth Doula training combines practical knowledge with emotional presence to support families before, during, and just after birth.  With calm reassurance and informed guidance, they help create a more connected and empowered birth experience.

You will learn skills that improve birth and so much more. 

Prenatal Education

Hospital Procedures/Labor Process

Hands-on Practice

Breast & Body Feeding

Rebozo Techniques

Emotional Support

Trauma Informed Care

Comfort Measures

Building Connection with the Medical Team

Emotional & Physical Support

Client Advocacy

Evidenced-Based Methods

ABOUT LABOR DOULA TRAINING

Why becoming a certified doula matters:

Being a certified birth doula means you have innumerable resources to pull from and a team of doulas and educators you can rely on for support. Take the first step to becoming PPA certified with this Labor Doula Training class! After you attend the training you can start the certification process through the Perinatal Professionals Association.

This training is approved for Colorado Medicaid requirements!

Upcoming Trainings

Your doula training includes lifetime access to the student portal, community connection

and further guidance and mentoring from Julianne.

Professional Birth Doula Training

Aug 2026

(Virtual)

Training Schedule:
August 7th, 14th and 21

9am-5pm Mtn


Early Registration Pricing:

Register by August 1 to lock in the

Early Registration Rate of $695.

After August 1, tuition increases to $845.

Enroll in Birth Doula Training + Doulas & Dollars

Save $250 when you register by August 1.

Professional Birth Doula Training

(Virtual)

Nov 2026

Training Schedule:

Nov 6th, 13, and 20th

9am-5pm Mtn

Early Registration Pricing:

Register by October 23 to lock in the

Early Registration Rate of $695.

After October 23, tuition increases to $845.

Enroll in Birth Doula Training + Doulas & Dollars

Save $250 when you register by August 1.

DOULAS & DOLLARS

A COMPLETE GUIDE TO BUILDING YOUR DOULA BUSINESS

Want to learn how to make $$$ as a doula? In this bonus training course, Doulas and Dollars, I'll share with you my step-by-step road map for getting your business started, finding your first few doula clients, setting prices, naming your business and how to make this passion your full-time income.

This class will be offered along with each doula training. You can sign up for Doulas & Dollars by itself or in addition to birth doula training.

Birth Doula Training Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I train with New Horizons?

As a New Horizons students you will receive:

lifetime student portal

mentorship

guidance

business training

certification pathway

local skills lab

trauma-informed education

access to your experience

a supportive community after training

Is New Horizons training evidenced based?

YES! And not only is it evidenced based it's inclusive and trauma informed too!

Will I be certified after I finish training?

Not quite. When you finish the training you will be considered a "trained professional birth doula." Attending the training is one part of certification. In order to be certified you will have a few other things to complete. Most people complete certification steps in 6-12 months. You can learn more about certification with PPA here.

Do you offer discounts, payment plans or scholarships?

Yes. Discounts on training is available to you when you sign up early for training. Prices go up a week before the training starts. Julianne is happy to do a payment plan with you as long as your balance is paid by the start of class. There are scholarships available right now for Colorado residents who intend on becoming a Medicaid doula. Please email hello@nocodoulacollective.com for payment plans or scholarship requests.

Is New Horizons training accredited or approved for insurance and fertility programs?

Yes! This training has been approved towards an accredited certification through Perinatal Professionals Association. The training is also approved for Colorado Medicaid, Insurance, Carrot, Win, Maven and etc.

Can New Horizons help me with business skills too?

Absolutely! Did you know the average lifespan of a doula has been around two years? Often that is because of a lack of business skills and support when you are getting started. When you become a professional doula taking care of your business is just as important as doula work. We are here to help you start your business and as an added bonus you can take Julianne's "Doulas and Dollars" workshop for an entire blue print on how to get your business started. Julianne offers a discount when you sign up for both doula training and Doulas and Dollars.

Can I actually make money as a birth doula?

Yes you can! Some people get into doula work as a side hustle or like Julianne make it their career. You can earn a living wage with time. Starting a business takes patience as it does take time to start earning money. Doula can choose to attend more or less births based on their financial goals. Some doulas work other jobs when they are first starting out and then move into full time doula work as they grow their business.

Why do you offer early registration pricing?

Early registration helps us plan class materials, reserve the training space, and prepare for each student. As a thank-you for planning ahead, we offer reduced tuition for students who register early.

What happens after training?

After your training is complete you will have some assignments on the portal to complete. Once those are completed you can begin the certification process through Perinatal Professionals Association. You will also be given access to a private facebook group for support, linked with a supportive professional community and lifetime mentorship and resources on the portal.

Do you offer Postpartum Doula Training?

Postpartum Doula Training and other trainings are offered by New Horizons. Visit their website

Is this training only for people who want to attend births professionally?

No. Some students take this training because they want to become professional doulas. Others take it to deepen their knowledge, support loved ones, or add birth support skills to their existing work.

What if I'm nervous to start training?

That is completely normal. Many students begin with excitement and uncertainty. This training is designed to help you build knowledge, confidence, and community. And if you are still feeling stuck book a call with Julianne and let's talk it through! (Book a general virtual appointment)

Testimonials

Rebecca D

I completed the Doula Training with Julianne Curtis and it was truly one of the most informative and engaging trainings I’ve ever attended. Julianne’s depth of knowledge is unmatched, and her teaching style is refreshingly real, honest and funny! What stood out most to me was her inclusive, nonjudgmental approach to birth work. She honors all birthing preferences and makes it clear that there is space for every kind of doula in this field. Her encouragement and support gave me the confidence to move forward in my journey, and I left the training feeling empowered and prepared to start my business.

If you’re feeling unsure or nervous — take the leap. You won’t regret it. Julianne’s training is a gift to anyone entering the birth world, and I can’t wait to learn more from her in the future.

Bethany K

I really enjoyed the various teaching methods you utilized. You accommodated many learning styles. Your encouragement and exercises to help us believe in our ability to be good doulas was very impactful.  What I found most meaningful was your willingness to be a part of our community as we step forward in doula work. You went above and beyond to make this dream feel accessible while equipping us for the hard work of making it come true. Overall I would highly recommend your training for anyone looking for a supportive, experienced and knowledgeable teacher.

HOW HYBRID TRAINING WORKS

What if I'm not in Northern Colorado?

No problem! I offer both the Professional Birth Doula Training and Doulas and Dollars virtually too. You'll just need access to a computer and space to move around. Email hello@nocodoulacollective.com about upcoming virtual class options

Am I going to get the same quality training?

Both courses are extremely interactive so whether you're in person or virtual, you will be actively participating with the material, with me and with the other students.

Let's Doula This!

Choose Your

Courses

Ready to start your journey to becoming a labor doula?

If you're ready to grow your doula business, sign up for the Bonus Training: Doulas & Dollars: A Business Blueprint for Labor Doulas

Register for your class early before the price goes up!

Email me regarding payment plans and scholarships.

Doulas & Dollars Business Training

$425

$325

$75 off for early sign ups

Business start up guide

Marketing materials

Business development tools

Growing a team

Labor Doula Training

$845

$695

$0 registration fee

Trained Doula status

25 Training hours

Mentorship after training

Private FB Group for additional support

Lifetime portal access

Birth Doula Training

+ Doulas & Dollars

$1120

$870

$300 in savings when you bundle!

3 days of doula training and business coaching

Additional support after the conference


Payment plans available with $200 deposit- please email hello@nocodoulacollective.com regarding payment plans for training.

In order to receive a certificate of completion for your training, you must attend and participate in the entire training. No partial credit will be given.

I understand that this course is only one step in becoming a Certified Professional Birth Doula. There are several other steps that must be completed by the student after the training in order to be eligible for certification.

Also please note there are no refunds on training. You can move to a different class if necessary.

Email: hello@nocodoulacollective.com

Site: www.nocodoulacollective.com

Serving Northern Colorado

Birth Doula Training in Colorado

Students welcome from throughout Colorado and nationwide

Hybrid training available for students outside Colorado

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