Academy Information

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Are you ready to become a certified birth assistant within the next 6 months or less?* This field is required.A birth assistant (also known as a midwife’s assistant) is a healthcare professional specifically trained to support community midwives with births in out-of-hospital settings, such as homes or free-standing birth centers. A birth assistant can perform several duties under the supervision of a midwife including taking maternal and fetal vital signs, charting, setting up equipment, keeping the birth space clean and organized, providing assistance in obstetrical emergencies and more.
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How important is it for you at this time to become a certified birth assistant to help our community midwives and birthing families?* This field is required.We have a lot of applicants and we want to make sure that the women we invest our time into are committed to taking action as soon as possible. If you are not serious about doing this work now, DO NOT APPLY. 0: being not very important. 5: being extremely important.
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Do you meet the academy prerequisites?* This field is required.1. Must be a Black woman, 18 years old or older, seeking training and certification as a birth assistant. 2. Must have a valid government-issued photo identification (Driver's License, Passport / Card or Permanent Resident Card). 3. Must have proof of a High School diploma, (GED) or higher. 4. Must have proof of a valid CPR Certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Canadian Red Cross. 5. Must have proof of a valid NRP Certification through the American Academy of Pediatric or Canadian Paediatric Society. 6. Must meet the physical requirements: Students are required to have a full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Light work is required - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects, when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or when it requires sitting most of the time. 7. Birth Experience/Clinical Background: Must meet ONE of the following criteria: 1.) Experienced Birth Worker: This category applies to: Certified birth doulas, Midwifery Portfolio Evaluation Process (PEP) applicants, or birth assistants currently working with a midwifery practice with no formal training or certification. For Certified Birth Doulas: - Must submit proof of a valid birth doula or full-spectrum doula certification. - Must submit proof of at least three or more out-of-hospital OR hospital birth experiences within the last 12 months. REQUIRED: Three (3) Birth Observation Record Forms must be completed and submitted with your application based on your criteria. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD: Birth Observation Record Form. For Midwifery Portfolio Evaluation Process Applicants: - Must submit proof of a current Preceptorship Agreement from a NARM Registered Preceptor. - Must submit proof of at least three or more out-of-hospital birth experiences within the last 12 months. REQUIRED: Three (3) Birth Observation Record Forms must be completed and submitted with your application based on your criteria. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD: Birth Observation Record Form. For Birth Assistants: - Must submit proof of a current employment verification letter as a birth assistant from a midwifery practice or free-standing birth center. - Must submit proof of at least three or more out-of-hospital birth experiences within the last 12 months. REQUIRED: Three (3) Birth Observation Record Forms must be completed and submitted with your application based on your criteria. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD: Birth Observation Record Form. 2.) Healthcare Worker: This category applies to: Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), Certified Nurse Assistants (CNA), Patient Care Assistants (PCA), Patient Care Technicians (PCT) , Certified Medical Assistants (CMA), Physician Assistants (PA). - Must be a healthcare worker with clinical experience in Labor and Delivery or Mother-Baby. - Must submit proof of a valid license or certification as a healthcare worker. - Must submit one (1) professional verification letter from a current or previous employer, supervisor or colleague confirming clinical experience in Labor and Delivery or Mother-Baby.
Yes, I meet the academy prerequisites.
No, I do not meet the academy prerequisites and I am leaving the application now.
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Did you read the Academy's Frequency Asked Questions (FAQ)?* This field is required.Applicants applying to Black Sisters Birth Academy®, you must read our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) before applying. Our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on our Program Page: https://www.blacksistersbirth.com/programs
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Which one sounds MOST like you?* This field is required.PLEASE NOTE: If the selection: None of the above-- applies to you, please leave this application and apply to our online program PLUS or hybrid program at https://www.blacksistersbirth.com/programs.
I am a birth assistant currently working with a midwifery practice and I have no formal education in birth assisting and I am ready to receive formal training and certification.
I am a Midwifery PEP applicant with three or more out-of-hospital birth experiences within the last 12 months and I want to gain practical experience as a birth assistant before or during my midwifery apprenticeship.
I am a certified birth doula with three or more out-of-hospital birth experiences within the last 12 months and I'm ready to support community midwives and birthing families clinically as a certified birth assistant.
I am a certified birth doula with three or more hospital birth experiences within the last 12 months and I'm ready to support community midwives and birthing families clinically as a certified birth assistant.
I am a healthcare worker (RN, LPN, CNA, PCT, PCA, CMA, or PA) with Labor and Delivery or Mother-Baby experience and I'm ready to begin my journey into midwifery care as a midwife's birth assistant first.
None of the above ---- (If None of the above, please leave this application and apply to our online program PLUS or hybrid program at https://www.blacksistersbirth.com/programs)
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Proof of Identification: Upload a Copy of Your Valid Government-Issued Photo Identification* This field is required.(Driver's License, Passport / Card or Permanent Resident Card)
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Education: Upload a Copy of Your High School diploma, (GED) or higher.* This field is required.(Driver's License, Passport / Card or Permanent Resident Card)
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How did you hear about Black Sisters Birth Academy®?* This field is required.This gives us an idea of the context of the platform you're coming from.
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What motivated you to apply to Black Sisters Birth Academy®?* This field is required.
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Birth Experience/Clinical Background: Upload a Single File of Your Required Documents* This field is required.PLEASE NOTE: TO ENSURE ALL DOCUMENTS ARE RECEIVED, PLEASE MERGE THEM INTO ONE FILE BEFORE UPLOADING. FOR EXPERIENCED BIRTH WORKERS: Please submit copies of the following required documents that apply to you: (1.) Certified Birth Doula with at least three out-of-hospital or hospital birth experiences within the last 12 months. REQUIRED: Three (3) Out-of-Hospital Birth Observation Record Forms: CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD: Birth Observation Record Form (2.) Midwifery PEP Applicant with at least three or more out-of-hospital birth experiences within the last 12 months. REQUIRED: Three (3) Out-of-Hospital Birth Observation Record Forms: CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD: Birth Observation Record Form (3.) Birth Assistant Currently Working with a Midwifery Practice without formal birth assistant education REQUIRED: 1.) An Employment Verification Letter from your midwifery practice or free-standing birth center. 2.) Three (3) Out-of-Hospital Birth Observation Record Forms: CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD: Birth Observation Record Form (4.) Healthcare Worker (RN, LPN, CNA, PCT, PCA, CMA, or PA) with Labor and Delivery or Mother-Baby experience. REQUIRED: 1.) Proof of Your Valid Professional License or Certification 2.) One (1) Professional Reference Letter from a current or previous employer, supervisor, or colleague confirming clinical experience in Labor and Delivery or Mother-Baby.
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CPR Certification: Upload a Copy of Your Valid CPR Certification * This field is required.Approved organizations: The American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Canadian Red Cross.
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NRP Certification: Upload a Copy of Your Valid NRP (Advanced Provider) Certification* This field is required.Approved organizations: The American Academy of Pediatric or Canadian Paediatric Society.
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What is your preferred method of learning?* This field is required.Answering this helps us make sure we direct you in the right direction instead of wasting your time providing you a program that wouldn't be a fit.
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What are your expectations from a birth assistant program like ours?* This field is required.
Comprehensive education
Flexibility
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What is your biggest concern / challenge in becoming a birth assistant right now?* This field is required.
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What is your current level of experience in midwifery care, out-of-hospital births or Labor and Delivery care (i.e.: personally, professionally or academically)?* This field is required.So we can know where you're at to help get you where you want to go and best tailor our program offer to you.
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Do you have any experience working with birthing families or community midwives? If so, tell us about it and how many years of experience do you have in birth work?* This field is required.
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Tell us what inspired you to want to become a birth assistant?* This field is required.
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Do you have a home birth midwifery practice and/or a free-standing birth center within a 50-mile radius that you are willing to travel to?* This field is required.This is so we can get an idea of the midwifery services in your area.
Yes, I do and I'm willing to travel to one.
No, but I'm willing to travel outside of a 50-mile radius to one.
No, and I'm not willing to travel outside of a 50-mile radius to one. I am leaving the application now.
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Are you able to be on-call for births including nights when scheduled?* This field is required.
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Do you have good support systems for yourself and /or your family (e.i.: Healthy networking relationships, reliable childcare, etc.)?* This field is required.
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What personal qualities describes you?* This field is required.1 of 4
I am easily distracted and need assistance with staying focused.
I am self-motivated and a task-oriented leader
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What personal qualities describes you?* This field is required.2 of 4
I am quick to response to questions without thinking them through.
I am able to think ideas through before responding.
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What personal qualities describes you?* This field is required.3 of 4
I am flexible and quick on my feet.
I am nonchalant.
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What personal qualities describes you?* This field is required.4 of 4
I am stressed and nervous during emergencies.
I am calm and collective during emergencies.
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Where do you plan to practice as a birth assistant?* This field is required.This is so we can get an idea of your expectations.
Home birth practice
Free-standing birth center
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Are you financially capable to pay the tuition for this program?* This field is required.Education is an investment. If you qualify for enrollment for our Online Program, an investment of $1,500 USD is required. Payment Plan Options (Online Program): - One Time Payment: $1,500 USD - 5 Installments of $345 USD for 5 months PLEASE NOTE: If you are accepted into the academy during your interview session, please be prepared to make your tuition payment or initial installation payment at that time. If you are not financially capable of making this investment, DO NOT APPLY.
Yes, I am able and ready to pay in full.
Yes, I am able and would like to use the payment plan option.
No, I'm not financially capable to pay the tuition and I am leaving the application now.
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Black Sisters Birth Academy® enroll a limited number of qualified students. If your application is accepted are you committed to completing the remainder of the application process?* This field is required.
Yes, I am ready.
No, this isn't an immediate priority I can commit too and I am leaving the application now.
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If you are enrolled into one of our programs, are you committed to following the curriculum, learning the material, completing all your assignments on time, implementing and taking accountability that when you have questions you will ask for help.* This field is required.
Yes, I am ready.
No, this isn't an immediate priority I can commit too and I am leaving the application now.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT* This field is required.I acknowledge that the information given on this application is true and accurate. I acknowledge that I agree to the Application Review Policy of Black Sisters Birth Academy®. I also agree to the terms of services and privacy policy. By submitting this application you agree to the receive email updates and marketing from Black Sisters Birth Academy®.
Yes, I agree.
No, I do not agree and I am leaving the application now.
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