Training Dates and Times:
February 21 – 22, 2025 8:00am MST 6:00pm MST
Want to be inspired and empowered to begin or enhance your perinatal career? Train with the Childbirth and Postpartum Professionals Association, an international certification organization for Doulas, Childbirth Educators, and Lactation Educators. CAPPA trainings are designed to educate and equip the contemporary perinatal professional for a successful career in a fun, supportive, and collaborative environment. Trainings are evidence based and comprehensive, and are designed to appeal to all learning styles. Students will enjoy engaging and interactive instruction, with practical and real-world scenarios. CAPPA instructors have in-depth knowledge and follow standardized curriculums to ensure the highest quality training and most comprehensive perinatal education for CAPPA Certification programs. As one of the first and most comprehensive perinatal organizations in the world, CAPPA is respected for its longevity, stability, and its commitment to excellence in both education and unsurpassed student and member support.
The CAPPA Postpartum Doula Training
Ready to become proficient when offering professional postpartum support? Take the first step towards becoming a Certified Postpartum Doula with CAPPA. This eighteen hour workshop meets the first requirement of your CPD program and prepares you to work through the steps for certification. This course is designed to provide a foundational skill base, knowledge, and perspectives on professional postpartum support for perinatal professionals, as well as providing training for those seeking certification as certified postpartum doulas with CAPPA.
Offering 18 CAPPA Contact Hours. Nursing contact hours potentially available on request.
The CAPPA Postpartum Doula Training Class includes the CAPPA Postpartum Doula Manual, and covers the following topics:
- CAPPA certification and policies
- Practical application of Scope of Practice, ethics, and integrity
- Listening and Communication Skills
- The Postpartum Doula as Educator
- Emotional and Physical Support of the Postpartum Mom
- Postpartum Mood Disorders
- Baby care techniques
- Calming and soothing techniques
- SIDS and Safe Sleep
- Infant Feeding-Choices and Support
- The New Baby and the Family
- Home Organization
- Skills for Special Circumstances
- Grief/Loss Support
- Business development, marketing, and networking to create a successful career
- And much more!
CAPPA Faculty
I have been working with women, children and families my entire career. I am a CAPPA certified labor doula, childbirth educator, lactation educator, and postpartum doula. I have received training in the brain science of early childhood, child development, child psychology, communication skills, parenting and family wellness. In my consulting and training business, I offer professional staff workshops, speaking engagements, group programs and private coaching. I believe that family relationships are the foundation of emotional security, positive connection and overall successful outcomes in life.
I am faculty for the Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association, CAPPA, and offer the required training for the labor doula and postpartum doula certification.
www.abbybordner.com Consulting and Training for Pregnancy, Birth and Early Childhood
Here’s what my students are saying
“Abby is very thorough, well informed through her experiences and studies. I love how detail oriented she is. She has influenced me to furthermore my studies in the beautiful world of Birthing.”
“I really enjoyed Abby as my trainer, and she was very kind, encouraging, and informative on the training. I would highly recommend her.”
“This training was amazing. I was able to ask questions, get my answers, and expand my knowledge all in a fun, caring environment.”
Faculty Email: akbordner@gmail.com
Website Registration Link: https://abbybordner.com/training-calendar/
Cost:
Early bird rate $550, when registered before February 1st, 2025. Includes CAPPA program manual and one-year membership.
Regular rate $595, when registered after February 1st, 2025. Includes CAPPA program manual and one-year membership.
Details of Refund Policy
If the instructor cancels the training, you have the option to transfer your registration to another training or receive a refund.
If you cancel your registration 30 days in advance of the training, your registration can be transferred to another training or a partial refund will be offered.
If you cancel your registration within 2 weeks of the training start date, no refund is available.
NOTE: Each student must be in attendance during the entirety of the training provided in order to receive a certificate of attendance for this Training Class.