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OSHKI-WENJACK’s Indigenous Birthworker—Postpartum Micro-Credential course offers flexible online learning, allowing participants to study from their communities. The curriculum covers the essential role of Indigenous Birthworkers, including pregnancy philosophies, prenatal support, and mental health. Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) language training is also integrated to facilitate communication within Indigenous communities.
This program has a continuous Intake - start anytime!
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Online self-paced learning
45 hours
Online Only
In this course, participants will delve into Indigenous philosophies surrounding birth, newborn care, and the postpartum period. Insights into the post-birth experience and recovery trajectory will be provided, along with strategies to support the parent after childbirth, fostering bonding, and mastering infant care techniques, particularly focusing on breast/chestfeeding. Participants will also learn about postpartum mental health considerations and practical guidance for initiating a Birthworker business. Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) language training is included to facilitate effective communication with birthing parents and their families.
$600 • Textbooks Fee: $26 approx. (order separately)
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This program is accredited by Oshki-Wenjack, and thus only has one step:
APPLY NOWYou will walk through a variety of units, each with different lesson styles, resources, and places to upload your assignments and certification expectations. This Indigenous Birthworker–Postpartum course will prepare learners at the community level with the knowledge and skills to provide culturally appropriate education and support to Indigenous persons and families during the postpartum period.Unit 1: Postpartum Welcoming Baby and RecoveryUnit 2: Postpartum Breastfeeding / Optimal Infant FeedingUnit 3: Postpartum ComplicationsUnit 4: Ojibwe Language for PostpartumUnit 5: Starting Your Birthworker Business
Monday - Friday
9:00am - 5:00pm
** Closed on Holidays**
