Certification Information

Apply for a Certification

Apply online

Getting started

Online Application Instructions

Online application instructions are on our website.

Once you have completed the process, you will find your pending credential number on Provider Credential Search. Refer to this credential number any time you contact the Department of Health or submit paperwork.

Apply on paper

• Birth Doula Certification Application (PDF)
• Birth Doula Certification Letter of Recommendation (PDF)
• Birth Doula Training Program Approval Application (PDF)
• Birth Doula Training Program Courses (PDF)

Fees

• Birth doula notice on certification fees (PDF)

Licensing Requirements

See licensing requirements below

Infographic of competencies according to WAC (PDF)

• Chapter 18.47 RCW
• Chapter 246-835 WAC