Doula Certification Sample Exam Questions

Ques: The technique of attention focusing:

• a) always uses a visual object as the focus of attention.
• b) diverts the mother's attention away from her labor pains by having her concentrate on something else.Correct Answer
• c) is used by the mother's partner when timing contractions.
• d) is encouraged by the doula while helping the mother and her partner create the personalized birth plan.

Ques: What type of listening are we engaged in when we are attempting to scrutinize what is being said?

• a) Informational
• b) CriticalCorrect Answer
• c) Selective
• d) Appreciative

Ques: Which of the following statements is incorrect?

• a) Parents should never put a rear-facing infant or convertible seat in the front seat of the car, but always use the rear seat.
• b) The higher priced car seats are always the best ones to choose for your baby.Correct Answer
• c) If you borrow a car seat, you should make sure that it is not more than 6 years old and was never in a crash.
• d) Parents should be sure to register their new car seat so that they can be notified of any problems or recalls.

Ques: Whole body health refers to good health in which areas?

• a) Emotional, intellectual, physical, mental, spiritual and environmental health
• b) Occupational, intellectual, physical, mental, spiritual and dental health
• c) Physical, emotional, occupational, mental, environmental and spiritual health
• d) Intellectual, physical, social, mental, occupational and spiritual healthCorrect Answer

Ques: Why do some Japanese women choose to NOT have an epidural for pain relief in childbirth?

• a) It is considered to be bad luck
• b) It is very expensive
• c) They believe pain is a test that prepares them for motherhoodCorrect Answer
• d) They think it may be harmful to their baby

What is the exam like?

The final exam is fully based upon the Doula Courseware that is provided as part of the Doula Certification. If you go through the courseware properly, you should not have a problem clearing the exam. The exam consists of multiple-choice questions from different chapters of the Doula Courseware.

How do I get certified?

The process of getting yourself certified is very simple. All you have to do is buy the ExpertRating Doula Course for $99.99. Log in to your ExpertRating account using your password. Go through the Doula Courseware, which could take from one week to one month — depending upon how hard you work and your level of experience — and take the certification exam at your convenience. You can take the exam within one year of buying the certification. The result of the exam appears as soon as it is completed, and your certificate is mailed immediately.

What learning aids will I get?

The ExpertRating Doula Courseware includes the following learning aid:
24 x 7 access to the ExpertRating Doula Courseware.

What happens if I fail the exam?

In case you fail the exam, you can buy a retake for $10.

What are the course start dates?

You can access the ExpertRating Doula Courseware as soon as your payment is processed successfully, and you can complete your Doula Certification within one year of enrollment.

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The $99.99 is all-inclusive. Here is what you get:

• The in-depth ExpertRating Online Doula Certification Courseware
• The final test fee
• The hard copy certificate
• Shipping charges of the hard copy certificate
• An online transcript that can be used to prove your certified credentials on the internet at any time
• A downloadable copy of your original certificate available as soon as you pass