Doula Scholarship Program of Maryland

Supporting aspiring and practicing doulas
The Aetna Better Health of Maryland Doula Scholarship is an exciting opportunity for aspiring and practicing doulas who want to further their impact in maternal health care. This scholarship, valued at $2,000, is designed to support both new doulas and practicing doulas who are not yet certified by covering the costs of training, exam fees, and other related certification expenses.

How we help break down barriers and promote equitable care

In partnership with Pacify, Aetna Better Health Maryland is offering the Pacify Doula Scholarship to support individuals who want to advance their skills or begin their journey as doulas. This program provides two pathways:

  • For practicing doulas who are not yet certified
  • For individuals new to the doula profession

The scholarship aims to increase access to compassionate, culturally competent care by removing financial barriers for aspiring and practicing doulas. By supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds in both pathways, we strive to promote equitable care and improve maternal health outcomes for communities in Maryland, D.C., and Virginia.

How to apply

The 2024 scholarship application is open from September 25th to October 25th. Click the button below to apply and complete a series of short-answer questions about your background, your goals as a doula, and your commitment to improving maternal health.

Doula Scholarship

$2,000 to cover online or in-person training in Maryland

Scholarship requirements

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must:

  1. Certify through one of the organizations on the Maryland approved list of doula certifying bodies.
    • While this list is not exhaustive of all of the doula training organizations in the state, we aim to increase access for Medicaid recipients in the state of Maryland. Please choose an organization that closely aligns with your values and beliefs about providing support during the perinatal journey.
  2. Practice in Maryland, with the opportunity to support families in Washington, D.C. and Virginia.
  3. Join the Pacify network upon certification and support a minimum of 10 families during labor and birth within a calendar year.

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Application process

Thank you for your interest in the Pacify Doula Scholarship. The 2024 application window is open from September 25th to October 25th. Applications will be reviewed starting in November 2024. We appreciate your patience during this process!

This is a scholarship to support aspiring doulas and current doulas in becoming certified. Eligibility is open to anyone who lives in Maryland, Washington, D.C., or Virginia and is interested in advancing their knowledge about pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum.

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Thank you for your interest in the Doula Scholarship Program of Maryland.