Birth & Postpartum Doula Certification & Jobs in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio
Are you looking for birth doula certification or postpartum doula jobs in Austin, Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio? Do you want to gain real-world experience as a doula and start your career with a supportive, professional team?
At Circle C.A.R.E., we provide aspiring and certified doulas with the education, hands-on training, and job placement support they need to thrive in birth and postpartum doula careers.
Get Certified. Gain Experience.
Work With Families.
Circle C.A.R.E. stands for Competence, Advocacy, Resilience, and Education—the four core values that shape our doula development program:
Competence – We provide hands-on training and evidence-based education to develop strong foundational skills in birth and postpartum support.
Advocacy – We teach doulas how to empower families, navigate medical settings, and support informed decision-making.
Resilience – Birth work is deeply rewarding but comes with challenges. We prepare doulas to navigate emotional, physical, and professional hurdles with confidence.
Education – Growth doesn’t stop after training. We foster lifelong learning through continuing education, mentorship, and access to the latest maternal care research.
Circle C.A.R.E. is more than a training program—it’s a career pathway that connects doulas with real opportunities to make a difference in Texas communities.
Certification Fee Assistance
We understand that the cost of certification can be a barrier for many aspiring doulas. That’s why Circle C.A.R.E. offers financial assistance for certification fees to qualified applicants.
We provide partial or full financial assistance to cover the cost of a nationally recognized doula certification through DONA International, CAPPA, ICEA, or Childbirth International.
Funding is limited and awarded based on need, commitment to birth work, and alignment with Circle Birth’s values.
Recipients of financial assistance must complete their certification and commit to working with Circle Birth upon completion.
How to Apply for Certification Fee Assistance
Submit an Application – Fill out our online application detailing your background, financial need, and goals as a doula.
Interview Process – Selected applicants will be invited for an interview to discuss their commitment to birth work.
Approval & Enrollment – Approved applicants will receive financial support and guidance on enrolling in a nationally recognized doula training program.
Why We Only Support Nationally
Recognized Doula Certifications
At Circle C.A.R.E., we strongly believe that doulas deserve training and certification that is widely recognized, respected in hospitals, and covered by insurance whenever possible.
Many local organizations offer in-house doula certifications, but these are often not accepted by hospitals, medical professionals, or insurance providers. That means doulas trained through these programs may struggle to:
Get referrals from hospitals and medical teams
Have their services covered by insurance
Gain credibility in the birth community
By choosing a nationally recognized doula certification, doulas ensure they receive high-quality, evidence-based training that meets industry standards.
We recommend certification through the following trusted organizations:
✔ DONA International
✔ CAPPA (Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association)
✔ ICEA (International Childbirth Education Association)
✔ Childbirth International
By choosing certification through one of these organizations, doulas gain stronger credentials, more job opportunities, and access to higher-paying clients.
How Circle C.A.R.E. Works
Step 1: Choose a Recognized Birth or Postpartum Doula Certification Program
We help aspiring doulas navigate the process of obtaining certification through nationally recognized programs, including:
These programs ensure birth doulas and postpartum doulas meet hospital standards, qualify for insurance reimbursements, and gain industry-wide respect. If you're searching for birth doula certification in Austin, Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio, we can help you find the right program.
Step 2: Join the Circle C.A.R.E. Doula Development Program
Once enrolled in a certification program, Circle Birth offers hands-on doula training through the Doula Development Program in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio.
Shadow experienced birth and postpartum doulas when possible
Receive hands-on mentorship from seasoned professionals
Work with families in a supervised setting
Develop confidence and professional skills
This program ensures doulas don’t just learn in theory—they gain real experience to prepare for a successful birth or postpartum doula career in Texas.
Step 3: Get Certified & Work as a Doula With Circle Birth
Once certified, doulas have the knowledge, experience, and credentials to become part of Circle Birth’s professional team.
We offer birth doula and postpartum doula jobs in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio for certified doulas.
We provide structured career opportunities within Circle Birth’s birth and postpartum doula network.
We ensure doulas have ongoing mentorship and continuing education to specialize in different areas of birth work.
This program is perfect for doulas searching for postpartum doula or birth doula jobs near me and those looking for structured work with a doula agency.
Already Certified? Work With Us
If you’re already certified as a birth doula or postpartum doula but struggling to find doula jobs in Austin, Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio, Circle C.A.R.E. can help.
We welcome doulas who have nationally recognized certifications and want to:
Gain mentorship and hands-on experience
Work with families through Circle Birth’s referral network
Join a team that prioritizes high-quality, professional doula care
If your current certification is from a local program that isn’t recognized by hospitals or insurance providers, we can guide you through getting properly certified so you can start working as a birth doula or postpartum doula in Texas.
