Become a Doula
Become a Doula
Become a certified doula with ADA and support families through culturally rooted, science-backed postpartum care. Join our community and start your journey today.
Become a certified doula with ADA and support families through culturally rooted, science-backed postpartum care. Join our community and start your journey today.
Become a certified doula with ADA and support families through culturally rooted, science-backed postpartum care. Join our community and start your journey today.
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Exam Overview
About the Exam
About the Exam
About the Exam
The ADA Postpartum Doula Exam is designed to evaluate the professional competency of individuals providing postpartum care. The assessment covers both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills essential for postpartum doulas.
The ADA Postpartum Doula Exam is designed to evaluate the professional competency of individuals providing postpartum care. The assessment covers both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills essential for postpartum doulas.
Written Examination
Written Examination
Written Examination
60-minute
60-minute
60-minute
Practical Assessment
Practical Assessment
Practical Assessment
30-minute
30-minute
30-minute
Intensity
Intensity
Intensity
Medium
Medium
Medium
TEST FORMAT
TEST FORMAT
TEST FORMAT
The ADA Postpartum Doula Exam 2025 is divided into two sections:
Part A: Written Exam – 60 minutes
Multiple-choice questions
True/False questions
Brief Essay Questions
Part B: Practical Assessment – 30 minutes
Neonatal First Aid
Maternal Care & Lactation Assistance
Equipment Handling
The ADA Postpartum Doula Exam 2025 is divided into two sections:
Part A: Written Exam – 60 minutes
Multiple-choice questions
True/False questions
Brief Essay Questions
Part B: Practical Assessment – 30 minutes
Neonatal First Aid
Maternal Care & Lactation Assistance
Equipment Handling
The ADA Postpartum Doula Exam 2025 is divided into two sections:
Part A: Written Exam – 60 minutes
Multiple-choice questions
True/False questions
Brief Essay Questions
Part B: Practical Assessment – 30 minutes
Neonatal First Aid
Maternal Care & Lactation Assistance
Equipment Handling
Who Should Take This Exam
Who Should Take This Exam
Who Should Take This Exam
Aspiring postpartum doulas seeking professional certification.
Aspiring postpartum doulas seeking professional certification.
Aspiring postpartum doulas seeking professional certification.
Experienced doulas looking to validate their skills.
Experienced doulas looking to validate their skills.
Experienced doulas looking to validate their skills.
Healthcare professionals expanding their postpartum care expertise.
Healthcare professionals expanding their postpartum care expertise.
Healthcare professionals expanding their postpartum care expertise.
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
Recertification 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.
Recertification 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.
Recertification 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
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.
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.
How to Prepare
Preparation Guidelines
Compassion
Integrity
Excellence
Knowledge
Cultural Awareness
01. STUDY STRATEGIES
01. STUDY STRATEGIES
01. STUDY STRATEGIES
Review Official ADA Materials – Study the ADA-approved textbooks, manuals, and guidelines covering postpartum care, neonatal first aid, and maternal health.
Take Notes & Summarize – Write down key concepts to reinforce understanding and retention.
Use Active Learning Techniques – Practice real-world scenarios and discuss case studies with peers.
Review Official ADA Materials – Study the ADA-approved textbooks, manuals, and guidelines covering postpartum care, neonatal first aid, and maternal health.
Take Notes & Summarize – Write down key concepts to reinforce understanding and retention.
Use Active Learning Techniques – Practice real-world scenarios and discuss case studies with peers.
Review Official ADA Materials – Study the ADA-approved textbooks, manuals, and guidelines covering postpartum care, neonatal first aid, and maternal health.
Take Notes & Summarize – Write down key concepts to reinforce understanding and retention.
Use Active Learning Techniques – Practice real-world scenarios and discuss case studies with peers.
02. PRACTICAL PREPARATION
02. PRACTICAL PREPARATION
02. PRACTICAL PREPARATION
Hands-on Practice – Attend workshops or training sessions to refine skills in newborn handling, lactation support, and emergency response.
Shadow Experienced Doulas – Gain insight from certified professionals in real postpartum care environments.
Watch Demonstration Videos – Follow expert-led tutorials on CPR, infant care, and postpartum recovery techniques.
Hands-on Practice – Attend workshops or training sessions to refine skills in newborn handling, lactation support, and emergency response.
Shadow Experienced Doulas – Gain insight from certified professionals in real postpartum care environments.
Watch Demonstration Videos – Follow expert-led tutorials on CPR, infant care, and postpartum recovery techniques.
Hands-on Practice – Attend workshops or training sessions to refine skills in newborn handling, lactation support, and emergency response.
Shadow Experienced Doulas – Gain insight from certified professionals in real postpartum care environments.
Watch Demonstration Videos – Follow expert-led tutorials on CPR, infant care, and postpartum recovery techniques.
03. EXAM PRACTICE & MOCK TESTS
03. EXAM PRACTICE & MOCK TESTS
03. EXAM PRACTICE & MOCK TESTS
Take Practice Tests – Complete sample multiple-choice, true/false, and essay questions to build familiarity with the exam format.
Time Yourself – Simulate test conditions by completing sections under exam time constraints.
Review Mistakes – Analyze incorrect answers and study the rationale behind correct responses.
Take Practice Tests – Complete sample multiple-choice, true/false, and essay questions to build familiarity with the exam format.
Time Yourself – Simulate test conditions by completing sections under exam time constraints.
Review Mistakes – Analyze incorrect answers and study the rationale behind correct responses.
Take Practice Tests – Complete sample multiple-choice, true/false, and essay questions to build familiarity with the exam format.
Time Yourself – Simulate test conditions by completing sections under exam time constraints.
Review Mistakes – Analyze incorrect answers and study the rationale behind correct responses.
Exam & Score
Understand Certification Exam and Scores
Ensuring the security and integrity of the ADA Postpartum Doula Exam is a top priority. This section outlines the essential rules and regulations candidates must follow to maintain the fairness and credibility of the examination process.
After your exam has been evaluated, you will receive an email notification when your score report is ready: you will see both your overall score and subscores for different assessment categories.
Section 1: True/False Questions You'll determine whether statements about infant safety, feeding schedules, and breastfeeding support are correct, building confidence in your caregiving decisions.
Section 2: Multiple-Choice Questions Test your understanding of essential postpartum and infant-care practices by selecting the correct answers from provided options.
Section 3: Written Response Questions Clearly articulate important procedures, such as the proper steps for burping an infant after feeding, ensuring you're prepared for real-life caregiving scenarios.
After submitting your exam, relax knowing your responses are being carefully reviewed. You'll receive an email notification with your official ADA exam results and personalized score report. Good luck!
Exam & Score
Understand Certification Exam and Scores
Ensuring the security and integrity of the ADA Postpartum Doula Exam is a top priority. This section outlines the essential rules and regulations candidates must follow to maintain the fairness and credibility of the examination process.
After your exam has been evaluated, you will receive an email notification when your score report is ready: you will see both your overall score and subscores for different assessment categories.
Section 1: True/False Questions You'll determine whether statements about infant safety, feeding schedules, and breastfeeding support are correct, building confidence in your caregiving decisions.
Section 2: Multiple-Choice Questions Test your understanding of essential postpartum and infant-care practices by selecting the correct answers from provided options.
Section 3: Written Response Questions Clearly articulate important procedures, such as the proper steps for burping an infant after feeding, ensuring you're prepared for real-life caregiving scenarios.
After submitting your exam, relax knowing your responses are being carefully reviewed. You'll receive an email notification with your official ADA exam results and personalized score report. Good luck!
Exam & Score
Understand Certification Exam and Scores
Ensuring the security and integrity of the ADA Postpartum Doula Exam is a top priority. This section outlines the essential rules and regulations candidates must follow to maintain the fairness and credibility of the examination process.
After your exam has been evaluated, you will receive an email notification when your score report is ready: you will see both your overall score and subscores for different assessment categories.
Section 1: True/False Questions You'll determine whether statements about infant safety, feeding schedules, and breastfeeding support are correct, building confidence in your caregiving decisions.
Section 2: Multiple-Choice Questions Test your understanding of essential postpartum and infant-care practices by selecting the correct answers from provided options.
Section 3: Written Response Questions Clearly articulate important procedures, such as the proper steps for burping an infant after feeding, ensuring you're prepared for real-life caregiving scenarios.
After submitting your exam, relax knowing your responses are being carefully reviewed. You'll receive an email notification with your official ADA exam results and personalized score report. Good luck!
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!