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Different states recognize doulas through a variety of pathways that open doors to state approval, doula provider enrollment, and Medicaid reimbursement for doula services. Some states offer formal certification, while others utilize registries or Medicaid provider enrollment systems.
Born Again Academy is committed to aligning our training and certification with each state’s requirements so that our graduates are eligible for recognition, approval, or provider enrollment wherever possible. We want to make sure our doulas are Medicaid-ready and can earn income right away through Medicaid reimbursement. Please note that each state has different requirements, so check your state below to find out how BAA meets them.
At BAA we understand applying for state doula pathway credentials may be difficult to navigate. We are committed to helping our graduates navigate state application processes in our mission to make doula care accessible to all pregnant women.
At BAA we understand applying for state doula pathway credentials may be difficult to navigate. We are committed to helping our graduates navigate state application processes in our mission to make doula care accessible to all pregnant women.
Last updated April 20, 2026.
California
California
Born Again Academy’s Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course provides the required training hours and subject areas for doulas pursuing enrollment as a Medi-Cal doula provider in California. Rather than piecing together hours from multiple trainings, students may complete one BAA course to satisfy the required training topics in lactation support, childbirth education, foundations on anatomy of pregnancy and childbirth, nonmedical comfort measures, prenatal support and labor support techniques, and developing a community resource list. BAA also includes basic HIPAA training within the course. Students must still complete California’s separate adult and infant CPR requirement and document support at a minimum of three births as part of the Medi-Cal enrollment process. Final approval is determined by California. Learn more about becoming a Medi-Cal doula provider in California.
In summary, along with other external requirements, to qualify for CA doula medicaid eligibility, you must complete the following Born Again Academy programs:
Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course
Practicum for 3 births (recommended for documentation)
Delaware
Delaware
Born Again Academy’s Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course provides the required training hours and subject areas for doulas pursuing Delaware State Doula Certification for Medicaid enrollment. Rather than piecing together hours from multiple trainings, students may complete one BAA course to satisfy the required subject areas in lactation support, childbirth education, nonmedical comfort measures, prenatal support, labor support techniques, and postpartum support. Students must still complete Delaware’s separate CPR, HIPAA (Note: BAA's course does meet the HIPAA requirement), and birth experience requirements as part of their Medicaid enrollment process. Final approval is determined by Delaware. Learn more about becoming a medicaid eligible state certified doula provider in Delaware.
In summary, along with other external requirements, to qualify for DE state doula certification, you must complete the following Born Again Academy programs:
Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course
Practicum for 3 births (recommended for documentation)
Kansas
Kansas
Born Again Academy’s Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course provides the required training subject areas for doulas pursuing the Kansas Medicaid training pathway 2. Rather than piecing together hours from multiple trainings, students may complete one BAA course to satisfy Kansas’s minimum training requirement in childbirth education, lactation support, anatomy of pregnancy and childbirth, non-medical comfort measures, prenatal support and labor support techniques, community resource development, and HIPAA training. Kansas applicants must also hold a valid adult and infant CPR certification, and attest to having provided doula support at a minimum of three births as part of the enrollment process. Final approval is determined by the State of Kansas. Learn more about becoming a Medicaid eligible doula provider in Kansas.
In summary, along with other external requirements, to qualify for KS medicaid doula enrollment, you must complete the following Born Again Academy programs:
Massachusetts
Massachusetts
Born Again Academy’s Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course provides the required subject areas and core competency areas for doulas pursuing enrollment through the Massachusetts formal training pathway as a MassHealth doula provider. Rather than piecing together content from multiple trainings, students may complete one BAA course to satisfy the required subject areas in maternal anatomy and physiology during the perinatal period, common medical interventions and complications, emotional and physical support during pregnancy and labor, newborn care and breastfeeding support, communication skills, and cultural competency. Applicants must still complete the separate 2-hour MassHealth Doula Provider Training, with final review determined by the state Medicaid agency. Learn more about becoming a state certified doula inMassachusetts.
In summary, along with other external requirements, to qualify for MA state doula certification, you must complete the following Born Again Academy programs:
Minnesota
Minnesota
Born Again Academy has been approved as a designated doula certification organization by the state of Minnesota under Minn. Stat. § 148.9965 as of March 13, 2026. You must complete BAA certification requirements as part of your application for MN state doula certification. Learn more about becoming a state certified doula in Minnesota.
In summary, along with other external requirements, to qualify for MN state doula certification, you must complete the following Born Again Academy programs:
New Hampshire
New Hampshire
Born Again Academy provides doula certification that may be used toward the New Hampshire state certification pathway for doulas seeking recognition as a State of New Hampshire Certified Doula. New Hampshire law allows applicants to qualify through certification from any doula certification organization that meets the standards established by the National Doula Certification Board. You must complete BAA certification requirements as part of your application of NH state doula certification. Final approval is determined by the State of New Hampshire. Learn more about becoming a state certified doula in New Hampshire.
In summary, along with other external requirements, to qualify for NH state doula certification, you must complete the following Born Again Academy programs:
New Mexico
New Mexico
Born Again Academy’s Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course provides the required training hours and core competency areas for doulas pursuing certification through New Mexico’s Core Competency Pathway. Rather than piecing together hours from multiple trainings, students may complete one BAA course to satisfy New Mexico’s required training content in childbirth education, lactation support, anatomy of pregnancy and childbirth, non-medical comfort measures, prenatal support, labor support techniques, community resource development, trauma-informed care, diversity and cultural sensitivity, and HIPAA rules and regulations. New Mexico applicants using this pathway must also submit attestation showing completion of services to three doula clients as part of the certification process. Final approval is determined by the State of New Mexico. Learn more about becoming a state certified doula in New Mexico.
In summary, along with other external requirements, to qualify for NM state doula certification, you must complete the following Born Again Academy programs:
New York
New York
Born Again Academy’s Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course provides the required training hours and competency areas for doulas pursuing the New York Medicaid training pathway. New York also requires documentation of support at a minimum of three births, along with separate state enrollment requirements. Students who want structured support for the birth-attendance portion of the pathway may opt into BAA’s Practicum Add-On. Final approval is determined by New York State. Learn more about becoming a New York Medicaid-enrolled doula.
In summary, along with other external requirements, to qualify for NY medicaid doula enrollment, you must complete the following Born Again Academy programs:
Ohio
Ohio
Born Again Academy provides doula certification that may be used toward the Ohio state certification pathway for doulas seeking recognition as a State of Ohio Certified Doula. Ohio law allows applicants to qualify through certification from a doula certification organization, defined as an organization recognized at an international, national, state, or local level for training and certifying doulas. You must complete BAA certification requirements as part of your application fo OH state doula certification. Final approval is determined by Ohio. Learn more about becoming a state certified doula in Ohio.
In summary, along with other external requirements, to qualify for OH state doula certification, you must complete the following Born Again Academy programs:
Rhode Island
Rhode Island
Born Again Academy’s Community-based Perinatal Support and Childbirth Education Course provides all required Rhode Island Certification Board training subject areas for doulas pursuing the Certified Perinatal Doula credential for Medicaid reimbursement. Rather than piecing together hours from multiple trainings, students may complete one BAA course to satisfy the required subject areas in birth doula support, antepartum support, postpartum support, childbirth education, breastfeeding, cultural competency, and HIPAA/client confidentiality. Students must still complete the Rhode Island Certification Board’s separate CPR and SafeServ requirements as part of their application for Rhode Island certification and Medicaid enrollment. Final approval is determined by Rhode Island. Learn more about becoming a certified perinatal doula in Rhode Island.
In summary, along with other external requirements, to qualify for RI state doula certification, you must complete the following Born Again Academy programs:
Utah
Utah
Born Again Academy has been approved as a doula certifying organization by the state of Utah as of April 15, 2026. You must complete BAA certification requirements as part of your application for MN state doula certification. Learn more about becoming a Medicaid-eligible doula provider in Utah.
In summary, along with other external requirements (like CPR certification), to qualify for doula Medicaid eligibility in Utah, you must complete the following Born Again Academy programs:
Note: Born Again Academy has applied to be an approved training/certification provider in the following states and is awaiting response: Louisiana, Colorado, Nevada, and Virginia. We intend to prepare applications for all states that require approval and will update this list as we make applications. If you would like to be notified when and if we are able to provide training for your state, please join the waiting list.
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