EOL Doula Certificate Program
Fall 2026 Information Session:
Interested in learning more? Join the upcoming Fall Information Session on Monday, August 3, 2026, from 6:00-7:00pm CT.
You'll get to meet instructors Lauren Ponder and Rev. Dr. Julie Strassman and ask questions about the program. Click here to register for Information Session.
Fall 2026 - Registration is Now Open!
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8 weekly sessions, September 14 - November 2 from 6-7:30pm CT
Format: Blended classroom allows for online or on campus attendance
Cost: $895
Spring 2027 Information Session:
Interested in learning more? Join the upcoming Spring Information Session on Wednesday, February 3, 2027, from 6:00-7:00pm CT. Click here to register for the Information Session.
Spring 2027 - Registration is Now Open!
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8 weekly sessions, March 3 - April 21 from 6-7:30pm CT
Format: Blended classroom allows for online or on campus attendance
Cost: $895
For Board Certified Chaplains, completion of the End-of-Life Doula Certificate provides 36 continuing education (CE) hours (12 CE hours in Methodology 1 - Attending Educational Events, 8 CE hours in Methodology 2 - Writing, and 16 CE hours in Methodology 5 - Reading / Self-Instruction, according to the standards set by BCCI)
For other disciplines, completion of the End-of-Life Doula Certificate provides 12 contact hours of continuing education, subject to approval by the participant's credentialing body.
Please join our contact list for updates on future educational offerings related to the EOL Doula program. Click here
At Eden, we are dedicated to equipping compassionate people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to support individuals and families through the end-of-life journey. Our End-of-Life Doula Certificate Program provides a holistic approach to deathcare, empowering you to serve your family, community, congregation, or clients with dignity, presence, and purpose.
Instructors:
Rev. Dr. Julie Strassman, D.Min., Hospice Chaplain and Bereavement Specialist
Lauren Ponder, End-of-Life Planner, Owner of With Love Events and Director of Last Call
