Section 246-835-030 - Application processAn applicant for a birth doula certification shall submit the following to the department:
(1) A completed application as provided by the department;(2) Proof of successful completion of the education requirements in WAC 246-835-015:(a) Culturally congruent ancestral practices, training, and education as required in WAC 246-835-025; and(b) If the applicant completed the core curricula training requirements through a program, or courses that collectively meet the requirements in WAC 246-835-020(1), documentation must be submitted by the applicant to the department; or(c) If the applicant completed the training requirements from an approved program through WAC 246-835-020(2) listed on the department's webpage, proof of completion must be received by the department directly from the program where the applicant completed the training; or(d) If the applicant completed the education requirements through completion of the ancestral pathway competencies in WAC 246-835-022, documentation must be submitted by the applicant to the department.(3) Verification from all states in which the applicant holds or has held a health care credential, indicating that the applicant has or has not been subject to final or pending disciplinary action;(4) Additional documentation as required by the secretary to determine whether an applicant is qualified for certification; and(5) Any fees required in WAC 246-835-990.Wash. Admin. Code § 246-835-030
Adopted by WSR 23-18-048, Filed 8/30/2023, effective 10/1/2023