No matter your doula specialty-birth, postpartum, or end-of-life the Doula Fundamentals course covers core competences and essential skills for all doulas. Get well grounded in the guiding principles and best practices of the Doula Model of Care. Topics include: the role of the doula, scope of practice for doulas, communication skills, grief and bereavement support, domestic violence awareness, safety strategies for home visitors, holistic therapies for doulas, self-care strategies, and considerations for establishing a doula practice.