Born Again AcademyState Approved Doula Pathways
Every student takes the Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course, and every package includes the course books. States differ in whether they also require certification or a supervised practicum, so your total depends on where you practise. Not in a state we're approved in yet? You can still take the course for your own education.
Different states recognize doulas through a variety of pathways that open doors to Medicaid reimbursement for doula services. Born Again Academy helps graduates navigate state-specific application processes to achieve Medicaid readiness.
State-by-State Requirements Summary
Every pathway below also includes the Course Books.
| State | Required BAA Programs |
|---|---|
| California | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; Supervised Practicum (3 births recommended) |
| Colorado | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; BAA Doula Certification; Supervised Practicum (3 births recommended) |
| Connecticut | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; Supervised Practicum (3 births recommended) |
| Delaware | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; Supervised Practicum (3 births recommended) |
| District of Columbia | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; BAA Doula Certification |
| Illinois | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; Supervised Practicum (3 births, 1 prenatal visit, 1 postpartum visit recommended) |
| Kansas | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; Supervised Practicum (3 births recommended) |
| Louisiana | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course |
| Massachusetts | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course |
| Minnesota | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; BAA Doula Certification |
| Missouri | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; BAA Doula Certification; Supervised Practicum (2 births required) |
| Nevada | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; Supervised Practicum (1 birth recommended) |
| New Hampshire | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; BAA Doula Certification |
| New Mexico | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; Supervised Practicum (3 births recommended) |
| New York | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; Supervised Practicum (3 births required) |
| Ohio | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; BAA Doula Certification |
| Pennsylvania | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; Supervised Practicum (3 births recommended) |
| Rhode Island | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course |
| Utah | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course; BAA Doula Certification; Supervised Practicum (3 births recommended) |
| Washington | Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course |