Renew and Recertification
Renew and Recertification
Stay certified with the Asian Doula Alliance and continue delivering trusted, culturally grounded, science-backed postpartum care.
Stay certified with the Asian Doula Alliance and continue delivering trusted, culturally grounded, science-backed postpartum care.
Stay certified with the Asian Doula Alliance and continue delivering trusted, culturally grounded, science-backed postpartum care.
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Renew Certification
Renew and Recertification
Renew and Recertification
Renew and Recertification
Postpartum Doula Certification Exam Renew (Every Years)
Postpartum Doula Certification Exam Renew (Every Years)
Online Exam
Online Exam
Online Exam
45-minute
45-minute
45-minute
EXAM FORMAT
EXAM FORMAT
EXAM FORMAT
OPEN-BOOK
OPEN-BOOK
OPEN-BOOK
Client Reference
Client Reference
Client Reference
2+
2+
2+
Who is this for:
Certified doulas whose ADA Certification is expiring (valid for 1 year)
Those who want to maintain their professional standing as an ADA-certified postpartum doula.
Doulas committed to continuing their education and upholding client-centered care best practices.
New Recertification Requirements (Effective 2025):
To renew your ADA Postpartum Doula Certification, you must fulfill the following:
Online Written Assessment
A 45-minute online exam focusing on updated best practices, new guidelines, and evidence-based postpartum care topics.
Format: Multiple-choice, True/False, and short case analysis.
Open-book format allowed, but must be completed independently.
Client Reference Requirement
Submission of two client references from the past year.
Each reference must include:
Client’s name and contact (email or phone, with their permission).
Date of service.
A brief feedback form, including professionalism, knowledge, and communication.
These references serve as a validation of your active practice and continued excellence in care.
Compliance with ADA Code of Conduct
Recertifying doulas must agree to abide by the ADA Code of Conduct and Professional Ethics Guidelines
Continuing Education (Recommended, not mandatory)
Attending ADA workshops or completing approved continuing education units (CEUs) is highly encouraged to stay current with evolving care standards.
To renew your ADA Postpartum Doula Certification, you must fulfill the following:
Online Written Assessment
A 45-minute online exam focusing on updated best practices, new guidelines, and evidence-based postpartum care topics.
Format: Multiple-choice, True/False, and short case analysis.
Open-book format allowed, but must be completed independently.
Client Reference Requirement
Submission of two client references from the past year.
Each reference must include:
Client’s name and contact (email or phone, with their permission).
Date of service.
A brief feedback form, including professionalism, knowledge, and communication.
These references serve as a validation of your active practice and continued excellence in care.
Compliance with ADA Code of Conduct
Recertifying doulas must agree to abide by the ADA Code of Conduct and Professional Ethics Guidelines
Continuing Education (Recommended, not mandatory)
Attending ADA workshops or completing approved continuing education units (CEUs) is highly encouraged to stay current with evolving care standards.
Note: Failure to recertify before expiration will result in your certification status being marked as "Expired." You may still reapply after expiration by passing the full Certification Exam again.
Note: Failure to recertify before expiration will result in your certification status being marked as "Expired." You may still reapply after expiration by passing the full Certification Exam again.
Official Guide - 2025
Official Guide - 2025
Official Guide - 2025
This guide provides all the essential details about the examination, its purpose, structure, and benefits of obtaining certification.
This guide provides all the essential details about the examination, its purpose, structure, and benefits of obtaining certification.
This guide provides all the essential details about the examination, its purpose, structure, and benefits of obtaining certification.
Comprehensive
Comprehensive
Comprehensive
Recognized
Recognized
Recognized
Structured for Success
Structured for Success
Structured for Success
Pricing for Exam
Certification Exam Pricing
Certification Exam Pricing
Renew Exam
Postpartum Doula Certification Exam Recertification (Every 3 Years)
$395
/ Certification Exam Attempt
Who is this for:
Certified doulas whose ADA certification is expiring (valid for 3 years).
Those who want to maintain their professional standing.
Shorter written assessment focusing on updated best practices.
Renew Exam
Postpartum Doula Certification Exam Recertification (Every 3 Years)
$395
/ Certification Exam Attempt
Who is this for:
Certified doulas whose ADA certification is expiring (valid for 3 years).
Those who want to maintain their professional standing.
Shorter written assessment focusing on updated best practices.
Renew Exam
Postpartum Doula Certification Exam Recertification (Every 3 Years)
$395
/ Certification Exam Attempt
Who is this for:
Certified doulas whose ADA certification is expiring (valid for 3 years).
Those who want to maintain their professional standing.
Shorter written assessment focusing on updated best practices.
Certification Exam
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Postpartum Doula Certification Exam (Required for ADA Certification)
$625
/ Certification Exam Attempt
Who is this for:
Candidates who have completed ADA-approved postpartum doula training.
Exam must be taken at an ADA-designated testing location with an ADA-approved proctor.
Prior hands-on experience is recommended but not mandatory.
Certification Exam
Featured
Postpartum Doula Certification Exam (Required for ADA Certification)
$625
/ Certification Exam Attempt
Who is this for:
Candidates who have completed ADA-approved postpartum doula training.
Exam must be taken at an ADA-designated testing location with an ADA-approved proctor.
Prior hands-on experience is recommended but not mandatory.
Certification Exam
Featured
Postpartum Doula Certification Exam (Required for ADA Certification)
$625
/ Certification Exam Attempt
Who is this for:
Candidates who have completed ADA-approved postpartum doula training.
Exam must be taken at an ADA-designated testing location with an ADA-approved proctor.
Prior hands-on experience is recommended but not mandatory.
Exam Retake
Postpartum Doula Certification Exam Retake (within 2 months, and after 2 week waiting period)
$395
/ Certification Exam Attempt
Who is this for:
Candidates who did not pass their initial ADA certification exam.
Those within the 2-month retake window and pass 2-week waiting period.
Taken at an ADA-designated location with an approved proctor.
Exam Retake
Postpartum Doula Certification Exam Retake (within 2 months, and after 2 week waiting period)
$395
/ Certification Exam Attempt
Who is this for:
Candidates who did not pass their initial ADA certification exam.
Those within the 2-month retake window and pass 2-week waiting period.
Taken at an ADA-designated location with an approved proctor.
Exam Retake
Postpartum Doula Certification Exam Retake (within 2 months, and after 2 week waiting period)
$395
/ Certification Exam Attempt
Who is this for:
Candidates who did not pass their initial ADA certification exam.
Those within the 2-month retake window and pass 2-week waiting period.
Taken at an ADA-designated location with an approved proctor.
Lets Connect and Support Families Together!
Interested in joining us , becoming certified doula, or learning more about us? Fill up the form and let us secure your admission!
Lets Connect and Support Families Together!
Interested in joining us , becoming certified doula, or learning more about us? Fill up the form and let us secure your admission!
Lets Connect and Support Families Together!
Interested in joining us , becoming certified doula, or learning more about us? Fill up the form and let us secure your admission!