Become a Fertility Support Practitioner
Hybrid Online Learning
As a Fertility Doula, you will skillfully help clients by offering emotional support, informational support, and advocacy to help families explore which fertility route is best for them.
In this role, you will…
- Understand the latest in reproductive science, the body’s psychophysiological response to stress, and how that impacts fertility.
- Broaden your understanding of the experience of (in)fertility at all stages.
- Be able to offer information about the technicalities involved with getting pregnant through Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART).
This dynamic certification is a hybrid learning experience, combining LIVE Webinars, online learning, and mentorship to enhance your offerings to your clients and become a Fertility Doula. With open enrollment, you can begin anytime!
Course details
Duration and effort
- 50+ Hours
- 5 LIVE Mandatory Webinars
- Self-Guided Modules
Material
- Self-directed learning modules and LIVE classes
- Required Reading
- 6 Assignments and 8 Small Quizzes
- Online Learning Modules
Location
- ONLINE: Instant on-demand access to a student portal filled with amazing self-directed content to support your live learning
Mentorship
- Supportive forum of peers
- 10+ hours of direct contact with your instructor throughout the LIVE modules
Certification
- Certified Fertiliy Doula
Facilitator:
Tanicia Reedon
Course Curriculum
Here’s what’s included in your course
Fertility Doula Training Curriculum Overview
Introduction: Becoming a Fertility Support Practitioner
- Becoming an FSP: Introduction
- Video: Discussion about Professional Codes & Practice Guidelines
- Policies and Procedures: Introduction
- Mission Statement
- Community Standards and Practice Guidelines
- Code of Ethics
- Complaint Policy
- Privacy Policy
- Code of Conduct
- Scope of Practice
- Policy on the Sharing and Distribution of Course Materials
- Doula School: Electronic Signature
- Review of full FSP Certification Expectations
- Evaluation Form
- Course Outline & Assignments Breakdown
- Assignment Checklist
- FSP: Online Webinar Meetings
Fertility: Module One - Terminology, Anatomy and the Hormone Cycle
- Fertility: Module One Introduction
- FSP Course Study Guide
- Understanding Anatomy & Terminology
- FSP: Male Reproductive System
- FSP: Female Reproductive System
- FSP: Fertilization
- FSP: Hormones and Regulation
- FSP: Holistic Connections Activity
- 2SLGBTIA+ support
- FSP: Fertility Doula contract and intake form (sample)
- FSP: Certification Assignment 1
- FSP: Module One – QUIZ
Fertility: Module Two - Cycle Charting
- Fertility: Module Two Introduction
- FSP: Menstrual Cycle Video
- Xenoestrogens
- FSP: Charting Articles
- FSP: Charting
- FSP: Chart Example & Case Study
- FSP: Fertility Awareness + How To Track Cycle
- FSP: Module Two – QUIZ
Fertility: Module Three - Birth Control
- Fertility: Module Three Introduction
- FSP: How Do Contraceptives Work Video
- FSP: Article: Birth Control Efficacy and Genetics
- FSP: Birth Control Comparison Chart
- FSP: Article: Sharing Experiences on the Pill
- FSP: How the Pill Became a Lifestyle Drug
- FSP: The Effects of Birth Control Video
- FSP: Article – Lactational Amenorrhea
- FSP: Articles: Male Birth Control
- FSP: Module Three – Journal Activity
Fertility: Module Four - Beginning the Journey
- Fertility: Module Four Introduction
- FSP: Holistic Health Video
- FSP: Mindfulness and Stress Hormones Article
- FSP: Stress and the Body Video
- FSP: Stress and Fertility Article
- FSP: How Long to Wait Between Pregnancies (article)
Fertility: Module Five - Fertility Obstacles
- Fertility: Module Five Introduction
- FSP: Female Infertility Video
- FSP: Thyroid and the metabolism Video
- FSP: Thyroid and Reproductive Health
- FSP: Endometriosis Videos
- FSP: Stress and Endometriosis
- FSP: Male Infertility
- FSP: PCOS Video
- FSP: PCOS Q & A Task
- FSP: PCOS Articles
- FSP: Speaking to a Friend with Infertility
- FSP: Recurrent Pregnancy Loss & Sperm
- FSP: Module Five Q & A
Fertility: Module Six - Outside Resources
- Fertility: Module Six Introduction
- FSP: Semen Analysis Video
- FSP: Semen Analysis Article
- FSP: Hysterosalpingogram
- FSP: Acupuncture and Fertility
- FSP: TCM and Fertility
- FSP: Preparing for Fertility Centre
- FSP: Fertility/ Infertility Tests
- FSP: Naturopathic Medicine and IVF
- FSP: Types of Progesterone Testing Video
- FSP: Module Six Q &A Task
Fertility: Module Seven - Additional Options
- Fertility: Module Seven Introduction
- FSP: Resource – Fertility Coverage Map
- FSP: Article – Fertility Treatment Success
- FSP: Video – Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
- FSP: Article – Bedrest After IUI
- FSP: Video – Highs and Lows of IVF
- FSP: Resource – Guide to IVF Lab Results
- FSP: Article – Improving IVF Success Rates
- FSP: Article – From Fertility to Adoption
- FSP: Resource – Support Groups
- FSP: Articles – Surrogacy Conversations: ‘Her body, My Baby’
- FSP: Resource – INVO cell Canada
- FSP: Supporting Clients through IVF
- FSP: Module Seven Quiz
Fertility: Module Eight - The Business Side
- Fertility: Module Eight Introduction
- Target Market: Reflection Activity
- Video: value, branding, messaging & more
- FSP: Creating a Brand – Task
- FSP: Video – 3 Tips for Boosting Confidence + Body Language
- Marketing your Doula Business
- FSP: Social Media Tips (videos)
- FSP: Module Eight – Task
- Business Resources (for review)
- FSP: Module Eight – Quiz
Fertility: Additional References & Resources
- Fertility: Additional References & Resources Introduction
- Fertility Doula: Student Evaluation
Fertility: Certification Requirements
- FSP: Client Charting 1
- FSP: Client Support 2
- FSP: Certification Assignment 3
- FSP: Certification Assignment 4
- FSP: Certification Assignment 5
- FSP: Certification Assignment 6
- FSP Required Readings
- FSP Educational Units
- Required Live Classes
- FSP: Client Evaluations
- FSP: Final Evaluation