The World Needs Your Compassion.
The global leader in non-medical training for doulas called to support families through life’s final transitions for people and pets.
Train to Serve Your Community.
IEOLCA equips a global community of doulas with practical tools and steady emotional grounding to support families with dignity and heart. Our self-paced programs are evidence-informed and crafted by experienced educators.
Ready to begin your professional training?
Become a Certified End-of-Life Doula →Self-paced. Practical. Designed for real-world support.
Explore Our Programs
Death Doula Certification
Professional training to offer non-medical end-of-life support and steady family companionship.
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Pet Death Doula Training
Support families through the unique grief of companion-animal loss with confidence and care.
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Business Essentials
The practical toolkit to launch and grow a sustainable, values-aligned doula practice.
Explore Program →What Our Students Say
A few words from people who have walked this path with IEOLCA.
“This training gave me the confidence and structure I needed to begin supporting families right away.”
“Practical, compassionate, and deeply grounding. I use these tools every week in my community.”
“The most comprehensive non-medical end-of-life training I found anywhere online.”
Why the World Chooses IEOLCA
As a global leader in non-medical end-of-life education, we provide more than information. We provide a path to confident service.
75+
Countries Served
Our doulas form a worldwide community across care systems and cultures.100%
Self-Paced Learning
Professional training that fits your life, with lifetime access to core materials.Expert
Crafted Curriculum
Evidence-informed lessons created by experienced educators and grief companions.Not sure yet? Start with our free introductory class.
Explore the Free Introductory Class →Frequently Asked Questions
What does a death doula do?
A death doula provides non-medical emotional, practical, and companionship support to individuals and families before, during, and after death.
Is certification required?
There is no government licensing, but professional training provides skills, structure, and ethical grounding so doulas can serve families with confidence.
Can I study online?
Yes. IEOLCA programs are fully online and self-paced, accessible worldwide, with lifetime access to core materials.
Is this recognized training?
IEOLCA is an established international training organization with graduates serving in over 75 countries.
Global Excellence in Doula Education
IEOLCA is a global leader in death doula certification and non-medical end-of-life training. We equip doulas to offer heart-centered support to individuals and families through the end-of-life journey.
From our specialized Pet Death Doula Training to our Doula Business Essentials, our curriculum is rooted in the Platinum Rule: treat others as they wish to be treated. We increase death literacy by preparing doulas to serve their communities with humility and skill.