Doula Certification · Head-to-head
Doula School International (Doula Training Canada) vs Madriella Doula Network
Doula School International (Doula Training Canada)
Editorial score · Higher overall
VS
Madriella Doula Network
Editorial score
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Doula School International (Doula Training Canada) | Madriella Doula Network |
|---|---|---|
| Curriculum (25%) | 8.9/10 ✓ | 8.4/10 |
| Credibility (25%) | 8.4/10 ✓ | 7.8/10 |
| Value (20%) | 8.9/10 ✓ | 7.8/10 |
| Flexibility (15%) | 9.5/10 | 9.5/10 |
| Support (15%) | 8.9/10 ✓ | 7.3/10 |
| Overall | 8.9/10 | 8.1/10 |
Key facts side by side
| Doula School International (Doula Training Canada) | Madriella Doula Network | |
|---|---|---|
| Program | Doula School International Birth Doula Training | Madriella Doula Network Birth Doula Certification |
| Price | $595 – $1,200 | — |
| Payment plans | Payment plans available at checkout | Monthly payment option available (per site menu); military family enrollment fee waiver offered |
| Duration | 50+ hour program; in-person course over 3 days (2 days for postpartum); self-paced option can start anytime | Online modular curriculum; advanced Fertility Doula course is 18 hours |
| Format | Hybrid | Self-paced |
| Accreditation | States its programs are internationally accredited (accrediting body not named on the pages checked) | Describes itself as an accredited doula certification course (accrediting body not named on the pages checked) |
| Certificate | Birth Doula certification from Doula School International | Madriella Certified Birth Doula after passing the online certification examination |
| Refund policy | — | Separate Refund & Cancellation Policy published on the site |
Highlighted cells mark the better value for that row (higher score, lower starting price). “—” means not published or not yet checked. Data checked from October 5, 2026.
Our verdict
Choose Doula School International (Doula Training Canada) if…
Aspiring doulas who want to choose between self-paced, live-virtual or in-person training at a moderate price, with ongoing mentorship.
It scores higher on curriculum, credibility, value and support.
Choose Madriella Doula Network if…
Aspiring doulas who want an online, membership-based certification with a broad catalog of add-on specialties.