FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is Core Maternity Education accredited?

 

Doula training and maternity educator training are not regulated professions in the UK, and there is no statutory accrediting body for these roles.

Core Maternity Education provides non-clinical professional education. Our certificates confirm completion of a structured, reflective training programme and do not represent statutory or clinical qualifications.

Our programmes are designed to align with recognised principles of ethical practice, trauma-aware education, inclusive communication and professional scope within maternity support and education.

Do I need previous experience?

 

No previous professional experience is required. The programme is designed for beginners as well as those already supporting families who want clearer structure and boundaries.

Is there an exam?

 

No.
Assessment is portfolio-based. Throughout the course you complete reflections and scenarios which are reviewed at the end to confirm readiness to begin practice.

 

 

Will this course qualify me as a midwife or healthcare professional?

 

No.

This training is non-clinical and does not qualify learners as midwives, nurses, or healthcare professionals.

It is designed for those working or intending to work in non-clinical roles, such as:

  • Doulas

  • Antenatal educators

  • Postnatal educators

  • Professionals supporting families alongside healthcare services

Clear scope and boundaries are a core part of the programme.

Who is this training suitable for?

 

This training is suitable for:

  • People wishing to train as a doula

  • Those wanting to teach antenatal or postnatal education

  • Professionals already working with families who want ethical, scope-clear training

  • Those seeking reflective, trauma-aware education rather than prescriptive instruction

No clinical background is required.

Who delivers the training?

 

The programme is developed and delivered by maternity professionals with:

  • 15 years’ experience working within maternity care

  • University Education in Midwifery

The training is intentionally non-clinical and is shaped by real-world experience, ethical practice and reflective education.

How is the course delivered?

 

The programme is delivered online and includes:

  • Pre-recorded video lessons

  • Downloadable workbooks

  • Guided reflective exercises

  • Scenario-based learning

  • Optional 1:1 or group sessions (where offered)

You can study at your own pace within the access period.

Do I need to attend live sessions?

 

No.

All core content is pre-recorded and available online.

Optional live or group sessions may be offered as an additional layer of support, but they are not required to complete the course or receive a certificate.

Will my reflections be marked or graded?

 

Reflections are reviewed, not graded.

They are checked for:

  • Engagement with the material

  • Understanding of professional scope

  • Ethical awareness

They are not assessed academically and personal disclosure is never required.

Is there any reason I might not receive a certificate?

 

Certificates are issued once:

  • All required modules are completed

  • All required reflections are submitted

A certificate may be delayed or withheld if:

  • Required work is not completed

  • Submissions show a significant misunderstanding of scope or ethics

  • Course conduct expectations are breached

Where appropriate, learners are offered the opportunity to revisit learning.

Can I access the whole course at once?

 

Some content may be released in stages (for example, Foundations before pathway modules) to support learning integration and protect course integrity.

Access details are clearly outlined at enrolment.

Can I share or reuse the course materials?

 

No.

All materials are the intellectual property of Core Maternity Education and are provided for personal learning use only.

They may not be copied, shared, resold, or taught as your own content.

What if I realise the course isn’t for me?

 

Due to the nature of digital learning, refunds are not available once a significant portion of the course has been accessed.

Full refund terms are outlined clearly before enrolment.

Is this course trauma-informed?

 

The programme is trauma-aware.

This means:

  • You are never required to disclose personal experiences

  • Learning is designed to prioritise choice, clarity and safety

  • Reflection is professional rather than therapeutic

The course does not provide therapy or mental health treatment.

Will this training help me find work?

 

This training provides education, not employment guarantees.

It supports learners to:

  • Understand their role and scope

  • Practise ethically and sustainably

  • Communicate their training clearly to clients and networks

Do I have to complete the Foundations Programme?

Yes.

The Foundations Programme is mandatory for all learners before progressing into any specialist pathway.

This ensures that all students share the same ethical grounding, scope clarity, and reflective framework, regardless of prior experience or background.

 

Why choose Core Maternity Education?

 

Core Maternity Education was created to offer clear, ethical, non-clinical maternity education in a sector without regulation.

Our focus is on:

Scope clarity

Reflective learning

Trauma-aware and inclusive practice

Professional responsibility

We believe trust is built through transparency, not claims.