The Program is designed to provide childbirth professionals with a
    way to demonstrate their understanding of the practical application of
    skills in the childbirth educator profession from a Christian
    perspective.  Cascade honors the experience and knowledge gained by
    each individual and has therefore created a certification program that
    adheres to the highest of standards in the paraprofessional
    community.   You will be able to demonstrate that you have acquired
    the necessary information and skills in order to perform in the role of
    a childbirth educator.  

    After applying, participants will have one year to complete the
    program.

    Part One:          
    * Become a member of Cascade at the appropriate level.
    * Apply to the Christian Childbirth Educator Certification Program.  
      

    Part Two (Religious Study)
    * Complete 3 book reviews

    * Complete CBE Modules

    * Observe a childbirth education series and submit an
       evaluation of the class, with the instructor's signature
       verifying that you have observed the entire class.

    Part Three (Practical Assessment)
    * Document 12 hours of childbirth classes that you have taught.
    (Option to purchase Christian Childbirth Class Curriculum)

    * Successfully pass the challenge test with a score of 80% or higher.

    Part Four (Finalization)
    * Sign Cascade’s Code of Ethics and Standards of Service.

    * Submit all documents in one packet with the Certification Program
    Submission form.

    Cascade will review the Certification Program Packet and send a
    certificate designating you as a Christian Certified Birth Educator
    (CCBE) or Christian Certified Labor Doula (CCLD).  Please allow
    up to 6 weeks for processing.

    Fast Track Program
    For those who are currently certified by another
       CBE organization, complete the above requirements and:

    Provide proof of current certification
    Documentation of 48 hours of teaching time

    Omit the following:
     Childbirth class observation
     Two of the three book reviews
    (Requirements subject to change)

Become a Member
Cascade Christian Childbirth Association
    Christian Childbirth Educator
    Certification Program
Applications now being accepted.