Call
Student portal
PakHub
A pregnant woman and a doula engage in a supportive conversation in a cozy, well-lit room, emphasizing the nurturing aspect of maternity care training.

ICTQual Level 4 Award in Fundamentals of Birth Doula and Maternity Care

This Level 4 award develops foundational knowledge and practical support skills for birth doula practice, covering pregnancy, prenatal care, labour support, postpartum care, communication, cultural...

Awarding Body: ICTQual AB|Course Level: Level 4
Inquire / Apply

Course features

This ICTQual Level 4 Award provides foundational preparation in birth doula practice and maternity care, combining maternal health knowledge, supportive care principles, communication, advocacy, cultural awareness, and safety-focused learning.

  • Official ICTQual AB Level 4 Award qualification

  • Covers the full maternity journey from pregnancy to postpartum

  • Includes communication, advocacy, and culturally sensitive care

  • Focuses on safe practice in maternity care environments

  • Suitable for learners seeking entry into doula-related roles

  • Supports progression to advanced maternal health pathways

About course

The ICTQual Level 4 Award in Fundamentals of Birth Doula and Maternity Care is designed for learners who want to build a strong foundation in supporting mothers before, during, and after childbirth. It introduces the role of the birth doula and the core principles of maternity care in a structured and accessible way.

  • Introduces the role and scope of birth doula practice

  • Builds knowledge of pregnancy, labour, birth, and postpartum care

  • Strengthens communication and advocacy skills in maternity settings

  • Promotes respectful and culturally competent support for mothers

  • Emphasises maternal and infant safety in care environments

  • Supports progression into further maternal health training

What you will learn

Learners will develop official knowledge and skills across the key study units included in this qualification.

  • Understand the role, responsibilities, ethics, and professional boundaries of a birth doula

  • Explain anatomical and physiological changes during pregnancy and fetal development stages

  • Provide informed prenatal support, including wellness, nutrition, exercise, and emotional guidance

  • Support mothers during labour and birth using comfort measures and continuous non-clinical care

  • Assist with immediate postpartum support, breastfeeding guidance, newborn basics, and family adjustment

  • Communicate effectively, advocate respectfully, and apply culturally competent and safe practice in maternity settings

Course content

Who should attend

This course is intended for learners who want to develop knowledge and skills in doula practice and maternity support.

  • Individuals interested in maternal health and childbirth support

  • Aspiring birth doulas seeking a foundational qualification

  • Maternity support workers wanting structured knowledge development

  • Childbirth educators seeking relevant introductory maternity content

  • Healthcare or social care workers wishing to broaden their maternity care understanding

  • Learners planning future progression in maternal-child health fields

Course requirements

Entry requirements may vary by training provider, but ICTQual AB outlines typical expectations for this qualification.

  • Candidates are typically expected to be at least 18 years old and have basic literacy, numeracy, and English language skills

  • A basic understanding of healthcare, biology, or related fields is beneficial, and prior healthcare or social care experience may be preferred by some providers

Assessments

This training programme includes mandatory assessment through Approved Training Centres to confirm learners’ understanding of the course material and their ability to apply key concepts.

  • Mandatory assessment is required through an Approved Training Centre

  • Assessment includes quizzes with 100 multiple-choice questions

  • Learners are assessed on comprehension and practical application of concepts

  • A minimum score of 75% is required to pass

Progression

Successful learners can progress into further study, specialist doula development, or broader maternal health and support pathways.

  • Advanced doula training in specialist areas such as high-risk pregnancy, childbirth education, or lactation support

  • Professional doula certification through recognised organisations

  • Progression into maternity support specialist or childbirth educator roles

  • Further study toward midwifery, nursing, community advocacy, research, or maternity-focused enterprise

Apply for this course

Fill in your details and we'll get back to you.

More in this category

View all in Medicine & Nursing