How long will the application stay open?
The application will remain open for one month. 9/1-9/30
Do you offer mentorship?
(Starting in 2023, scholarship recipients)You will you have access to a private Facebook Page, where you’ll be able to ask questions as they come up for you.
Who is the training with?
The training is an online training done at your own pace with Childbirth International.
I have a personal relationship with someone on the advisory board, can i apply?
Starting Fall 2023 Family and Friends of advisory board members cannot apply.
How much do each SCHOLARSHIP Recipient RECEIVE?
With this scholarship each recipient will receive a code that will give automatic access to the course.
How Many Doula SCHOLARSHIPS are you giving out for the 2023 year?
We will be giving out 4 Lactation Scholarships
When do applications open?
September 1- September 30th
If you have any other questions, please comment below and we will update the FAQ’s to reflect them.
Doula FAQ's
How long will the application stay open?
The application will remain open for 2 months February 1-March 31, 2024
Do you offer mentorship?
Commonsense childbirth offer 6 months of mentorship with this training.
Who is the training with?
The training is a three part training with Commonsense Childbirth.
1st part- Online 14 modules training
2nd part- 3 day in person training( August 2-4, 2024)
3rd part- Supporting 5 birth clients and completing remaining certification requirements.
I have a personal relationship with someone on the advisory board, can i apply?
Starting Fall 2023 Family and Friends of advisory board members cannot apply.
How much do each SCHOLARSHIP Recipient RECEIVE?
With this scholarship each recipient will receive half off the original cost of the doula training.
How Many Doula SCHOLARSHIPS are you giving out for the 2024 year?
We will be giving out 10 half priced Doula Scholarships
If you have any other questions, please comment below and we will update the FAQ’s to reflect them.
DGM Scholarship FAQ's
I received the DGM scholarship already. Can I reapply?
Yes, to reapply the only thing you will need is an updated transcript, NARM form(110,111,112) or a letter from your preceptor.
I don’t have a Preceptor yet will this disqualify me?
If you are accepted or enrolled in a MEAC/ U.S. Department of Education accredited school that is all you need to get started. If you are in the PEP process you will need a preceptor to qualify.
how long will the application stay open?
The application will be open for 4 weeks.
Do you help with finding a PRECEPTOR?
We have a list of Midwives, but it is up to each individual applicant to reach out and ask.While we don’t actively facilitate preceptorship, it is our goal to become better acquainted with local midwives to understand their needs and availability.
Do you offer mentorship?
(Starting in 2023, scholarship recipients)Yes, not only will you have access to a private Facebook Page, you can be paired with another CPM student a Phase ahead of you.
I’m deciding to be a cpm using the pep process, can i apply?
Yes, you would just need a preceptor to get started. The application will be updated to clarify this. In the meantime fill out the application.
I have a personal relationship with someone on the advisory board, can i apply?
Starting Fall 2023 Family and Friends of advisory board members cannot apply.
How much do each DGM SCHOLARSHIP Recipient RECEIVE?
Initial recipients receive $5,000
Returning recipients receive $2500
How Many DGM SCHOLARSHIPS are you giving out for the 2023 year?
Spring 2023- 2 New DGM recipients 1 Returning recipient
Fall 2023- 1 New DGM recipients 2 Returning recipients
When do applications open?
Spring 12/1-12/31
Fall 7/1-7/31
I applied in the spring, do i have to reapply in the fall?
Yes, Each time the scholarship is open, you must reapply. If you have received funds fill out the returning awardees application. If you haven’t received funds always fill out the Main application.
If you have any other questions, please comment below and we will update the FAQ’s to reflect them.