Doula Resume?

peacefulbabydoula · 01-19-2010, 11:05 PM

Hello ladies!
Short question.I have been trying to figure out how to put together a "doula resume" if you may.I have had mulitiple job offerings,both at birth centers,and was recently approached by a "higher up" in the hospital that values doulas about starting an online doula type business-She told me we will be serving the "creme de la Creme"(yuck to me no offense) and wants me to send her a resume.I've only had this come up with her and im not even sure how to compile one on being a doula.This never even came up when I was offered a job at a birthing center. Anyone ever compiled a "doula resume" of sorts?HELP! lol.

happydoula · 01-19-2010, 11:12 PM

I haven't made one, but if I did, I would just put my doula business down in "work experience" and include any trainings that I've had in another category. Include any professional experience you have that relates to the birthing world, customer service, or business in general.

golden pregnancy · 01-21-2010, 11:05 AM

I have a quasi-resume that I give to midwives I might be assisting for. It's in at-a-glance bullet format so they can quickly see my trainings and experience. My headings are: Personal Birth Experiences, Trainings and Certifications, Births Attended, and Books Read, Reading, or Have for Reference (all with dates).
It's not impressive by any means but I am happy to send it to you to get an idea.

joandchris18 · 02-05-2010, 09:57 AM

I have done the same as Golden. Let me see if I can attach mine..

monday · 02-05-2010, 10:13 AM

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North Point Doulas · 02-05-2010, 10:36 PM

If you're looking to work with any type of medical practice or professional, a CV would be appropriate. It shows that you are familiar with the scope of the services provided. It also shows that you have taken time to train with legitimate organizations. Most medical personnel provide a CV when applying for positions. When in Rome...

Good Luck!

Stacie · 02-06-2010, 02:52 AM

I have a CV.

rockyourbirth · 03-03-2011, 01:17 PM

After reading everything, I have a few questions.
What's a CV?
Is it better to put the number of births you've attended on the resume or not? I'm still in the certification process, but I want to put my experience with birth and pregnancy so far on my resume. I'm not sure how much detail I should put on about my experience so far, since it may not be relevant for all the jobs I'm applying for. I think when I apply for receptionist jobs at chiropractors offices and things like that, they may want to generally know what my experience is, if I apply for jobs that have nothing to do with birth, they might not care at all.