Trusted by students in 75+ countries
Join a growing international community of learners called to compassionate, non-medical end-of-life care across cultures, communities, and care settings.
Global Leader in Non-Medical End-of-Life Education
The World NeedsYour Compassion
IEOLCA offers compassionate, practical training for doulas, caregivers, and helping professionals seeking to support individuals and families with greater confidence, clarity, and heart.
🌍 Trusted in 75+ countries
🌿 Compassionate, practical education
⭐ 5-star student experience
Whether you are exploring a calling, strengthening your current role, or building a doula practice grounded in dignity and presence — IEOLCA offers meaningful ways to begin.
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Flagship Certification
Certified End-of-Life Doula
A comprehensive, 40-hour self-paced certification covering the full scope of non-medical end-of-life support. Start anytime, study from anywhere.
Full-scope curriculum
Bedside presence, vigil support, life review, grief, advance planning, and family guidance.
Trusted in 75+ countries
Join an international community of doulas, caregivers, and helping professionals.
Self-paced, lifetime access
No deadlines. No clinical background required. Return whenever you need.
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75+ CountriesGlobal community of learners
5-Star RatedMeaningful student experience
Self-PacedStudy on your own schedule
Lifetime AccessReturn whenever you need
Our Mission
The global leader in non-medical end-of-life education.
Equipping individuals and professionals with the knowledge, skills, and compassion for meaningful end-of-life support.
Our Tagline
Presence. Dignity. Care.
These three words guide every program, every interaction, and every decision we make at IEOLCA.
The Platinum Rule
Treat others as they wish to be treated.
Not a slogan — a lived practice woven through every part of our curriculum and community.
Who This Is For
Training Built for Many Paths
IEOLCA learners come from many backgrounds and arrive for many reasons. What they share is a sense of calling toward more compassionate, presence-based care.
Aspiring End-of-Life Doulas
Individuals pursuing professional certification in non-medical end-of-life support — whether building a practice or deepening a personal calling.
Caregivers & Family Members
People navigating a loved one's end-of-life journey who want practical tools, grounded knowledge, and a framework for being fully present.
Healthcare & Helping Professionals
Nurses, social workers, chaplains, hospice volunteers, and counsellors seeking non-medical, complementary education to deepen their scope of compassionate support.
Why IEOLCA
Grounded, compassionate training with real-world depth
IEOLCA provides education rooted in dignity, presence, and practical understanding. Our training helps students grow in confidence, compassionate presence, and ethical clarity across a range of end-of-life support roles.
5-star student experience
Students describe IEOLCA training as warm, thorough, and practical — with guidance they carry directly into real-life support situations.
Rich, practical learning materials
Programs include guidebooks, tools, and teaching designed to move learners from inspiration into grounded, application-ready understanding.
Self-paced with lifetime access
Learn at your own rhythm and return to the material whenever you want to revisit, reflect, or deepen your understanding over time.
★★★★★ Graduate Stories
People From Around the World
People From Around the World
Started Here
Real words from students and graduates who chose to deepen their care, compassion, and confidence through IEOLCA.
Thorough, grounded, and truly scope-aligned
The IEOLCA is an incredible resource for those seeking a thorough, self-paced end-of-life doula curriculum. It is a gift to the community, and I couldn't recommend it more highly.
– Robert R., CEO & IEOLCA Certified End-of-Life Doula
Depth that genuinely surprised me
I was deeply surprised at the depth and breadth of the information shared and that it was presented as an interactive experience requiring thought and introspection.
– Joy O., IEOLCA Certified End of Life Doula
Comprehensive, accessible, and affordable
I was so impressed by how closely the material reflects the support needed during life's final transition. Thank you for making this training accessible, flexible, and affordable!
– Jennifer Cotton, IEOLCA Certified End-of-Life Doula
Flawless — even for chaplains
This program is flawless. A lot of Chaplains would benefit from this training. I am so thankful that I picked this particular course.
– Brenda Johnson, IEOLCA Certified End-of-Life Doula
A solid foundation that kept me engaged
I enjoyed how it was self-paced and found myself looking forward to working on the modules. This course provided a solid foundation in so many meaningful ways.
– Kara J., IEOLCA Certified End-of-Life Doula
Training Programs
Explore Our Training Programs
IEOLCA offers comprehensive certification and specialized training programs designed to support doulas, caregivers, and helping professionals in meaningful, real-world ways.
Common Questions
Your Questions, Answered
What does IEOLCA offer?
IEOLCA offers end-of-life doula certification, specialized training programs, and practical education for doulas, caregivers, and helping professionals seeking more grounded, compassionate ways to support individuals and families at end of life.
Can I study online at my own pace?
Yes. All IEOLCA programs are online and fully self-paced, with no deadlines or schedules to follow. Study from anywhere, and return to the material in a way that fits your life.
Is this only for people who want to become death doulas?
No. Many learners come to IEOLCA as caregivers, hospice volunteers, chaplains, nurses, social workers, or simply people who want more confidence and understanding around compassionate end-of-life support. You do not need to be pursuing a professional practice to benefit from this training.
Do I need a clinical or medical background?
No clinical background is required or assumed. IEOLCA training is focused entirely on non-medical support — presence, dignity, advocacy, and practical guidance for individuals and families navigating end of life.
Why do students choose IEOLCA?
Students often choose IEOLCA for its warm, grounded tone, thorough and practical curriculum, scope-aligned approach, flexible format, and the depth of the learning materials — guidebooks, tools, and resources included throughout every program.
Where should I start?
If you are still exploring, the Readiness Quiz is a gentle, pressure-free place to begin. If you already know you want to move forward, visit our Training Programs page to find the path that feels most aligned with your goals.
Compassionate, scope-aligned education for end-of-life care
IEOLCA — the International End of Life Care Association — provides online education for people called to offer compassionate, non-medical support during life's most meaningful transitions. Every program is rooted in dignity, presence, and the Platinum Rule: treat others as they wish to be treated.
Our programs support doulas, caregivers, helping professionals, and lifelong learners who want grounded knowledge, practical tools, and greater confidence in end-of-life care. Whether you are pursuing certification, exploring a specialty, or deepening your understanding, IEOLCA offers training designed to meet people where they are.
IEOLCA's offerings include the Certified End-of-Life Doula program, alongside specializations in dementia and memory care support, pet death doula training, Medical Aid in Dying doula support, cultural and spiritual rituals at end of life, and practical business education for doulas building a values-aligned practice.
If this work speaks to you, explore our training programs or begin with the Readiness Quiz to find the path that feels most aligned.