Black Sisters Birth Academy® Online Birth Assistant Program

Black Sisters Birth Academy® Online Birth Assistant Program is an online curriculum-based program designed for aspiring Black midwives and aspiring Black birth assistants that need a predictable program to get them working competently and confidently as a birth assistant within 6 months or less. This program will teach you the standard qualifications of a birth assistant and it will equip you with the tools and resources necessary so you can have hands-on training with midwives in your area or neighboring communities and / or states. 6 Months Access For Program Completion (180 Days) from the date of your enrollment. This program includes:

  • A 10-Week Online Birth Assistant Course

  • LIVE Virtual Group Coaching Sessions (Module Reviews, Skill Days and Professional Development Workshop)

  • External Assignments with Community Midwives & Birthing Families

  • Job Search Preparation & Assistance with Finding a Midwifery Preceptor

  • A Certification of Completion

  • Additional Certification of Completion For Bloodborne Pathogens & OSHA, and HIPAA

  • Downloadable Birth Assistant Manual

  • Access to Our Resource Library

  • Access to Our Facebook & Community Membership Group

  • Placement on Birth Assistant Directory after your program completion

Testimonials

Wanda Harvey Evans

"BSBA is a godsend. It is a program made for us by us; the curriculum is current and update with additional hands on learning if you choice. Midwife Christina gives great gems and nuggets and you will connect with friends for a lifetime... I gleaned a lot from her so much that looking for a preceptor or mentor or midwife I was able to be a birth assistant for two midwives."

Jamilla Adams

"I enrolled in the Birth Assistant course with BSBA. It really kick started my transition from teaching to full time birth work. Christina is invested in us from application interview to well after completion. The course includes a quality foundation of knowledge. From what is a birth assistant to medical terminology to accruing certifications needed. It helped me get a midwives assistant position and her support gave me the drive to continue on to applying to midwifery school!"

Jennifer Reynoso Ng

"After taking the birth assistant training, I felt ready to step into birth assisting with confidence. I now assist two midwives at home births!! Thank you for answering your call and preparing black women like me to step into this role!"

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Instructor

Christina Jemine LM, CPM

Founder & CEO of Black Sisters Birth Academy®

Christina Jemine LM, CPM

Christina Jemine is a devoted mother, midwife, motivational speaker, teacher, and accomplished children's book author. Before founding Black Sisters Midwifery Services and becoming a midwife, Christina dedicated over a decade over a decade to the field of maternal-child health. This included six years as a Mother-Baby and Pediatric nurse at Kings County Hospital Center in Brooklyn, NY, her hometown.​ Christina loves teaching others about the beauty of birth and gets great joy from sharing her gift of learning with others. She is a graduate from The Florida School of Traditional Midwifery in Gainesville, Florida; a 3-Year Direct Entry Midwifery Program. Christina loves teaching others about the beauty of birth and gets great joy from sharing her gift of learning with others. She is a graduate from The Florida School of Traditional Midwifery in Gainesville, Florida; a 3-Year Direct Entry Midwifery Program. As Founder & CEO of Black Sisters Birth Academy®, Christina trains aspiring Black midwives and aspiring Black birth assistants through a curriculum-based online program intentionally designed for them. Her program equips them to support community midwives with births in out-of-hospital settings as certified birth assistants. The academy's creation was stemmed from Christina’s own need to find a birth assistant training that was for us and by us to train her own birth assistant and the options were not there. As Christina puts it, "if you don't see what you want, build it." - And that's exactly what she did. Black Sisters Birth Academy® has since successfully trained and certified birth assistants across the nation, from California to Arkansas to show and prove that BIRTH: It's What We DO.

Testimonials

Midwife Camille Grant, DEM

"Absolutely one of the best Birth Assistant trainings. My birth assistant trained with Black Sisters Birth Academy and her growth was incredible. Her clinical understanding of her role became more apparent, as well as her confidence and hands on skills."

Malae’shea Alexander

"I have to say, I did not know what to expect when joining this program. I can assure you that it was one of the best decisions I have made! My own birth experiences is what led me to this work. Gaining the knowledge that I have now, through this program, is what helped build my confidence to serve as a birth worker in my community. Ms. Christina is an amazing instructor and you always feel her presence. She’s great at checking in and assisting you. without a doubt, I would recommend this program to any black birth worker who is reaching for the next level!"

Ronneshia Bronner

"It was a honor to learn with and from these wonderful sisters. I was able to use my skills to assist an awesome midwife and a beautiful mother birth a perfect daughter."

FAQ- Frequently Ask Questions

  • What is the difference between a Birth Assistant and a Birth Doula?

    A Birth Assistant (also known as a Midwife's Assistant) is a trained professional who provides assistance to a midwife with births in out-of-hospital settings (home &/ free-standing birth center settings). A Birth Assistant performs several duties under the supervision of the Midwife including taking maternal and fetal vital signs, charting, setting up equipment, keeping the birth space clean and organized, providing assistance in emergency situations and more. A Birth Doula is a non-medical professional who provides physical and emotional support to a pregnant woman and her family during their pregnancy and childbirth.

  • Do I need a degree or a medical background to become a Birth Assistant?

    No, you do not need a degree or a medical background to become a Birth Assistant. There is no national accrediting body that governs who can become one. Do your due diligence and know what your state's laws and regulations are in regards to working as a birth/ midwife's assistant.

  • Will I receive a certification after completing the program?

    Yes, Black Sisters Birth Academy® will issue you a Certificate of Completion after your have completed your program.

  • What are the requirements for certification?

    The Online Birth Assistant Program is designed in Two Phases. PHASE ONE: • Completion of the Online Birth Assistant Course • Completion of the Phlebotomy, Venipuncture, and IV Techniques Certification (External Course). • Proof of NRP and CPR Certification (External Courses). ​PLEASE NOTE: You will be instructed in detail on which external courses are required for this program's completion once enrolled. PHASE TWO: Clinical Experience with your community midwife(s). Attendance at 3 prenatal visits (at 36 weeks +) and 3 out-of-hospital births. Completion of Phase One and Two are required for program completion for the Online Program.

  • How is the online course structured in PHASE ONE?

    Black Sisters Birth Academy® Online Birth Assistant Course is a 10-week online curriculum-based course. The online course is pre-recorded modules with external assignments to be completed within the course. You will receive a certificate of completion for the online course after all assignments are completed and after you have successfully passed your exit exam with an 80% or higher.

  • How long do I have to complete the program?

    You have 180 days to complete this program from the date of your enrollment. ONLINE PROGRAM COMPLETION TIMEFRAME (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED): Complete PHASE ONE within 90 days from the date of your enrollment. Complete PHASE TWO at any time within 180 days from the date of your enrollment AFTER completion of PHASE ONE. Completion of PHASE ONE is MANDATORY before entering PHASE TWO.

  • What if I don't understand the work or have a question about something in the online course & / program?

    If you have any questions while working on your online course & / program you can email your instructor or place your questions within our private Facebook or Thinkific Community Membership group. Questions are answered M-F, between 11 AM and 5PM EST. If you have any customer support questions (login access, billing, program extension, etc.) email [email protected].

  • What is tuition cost for the Online Birth Assistant Program?

    The tuition cost for the Online Birth Assistant Program: $5,000 USD. You will need to set aside an additional $250-$350 USD to purchase your Birth Assistant equipment, supplies, CPR and NRP courses if not already certified. PAYMENT OPTIONS: Single or installment payment options available through the Academy. Installment payments incurs an installment fee of 15% of the tuition cost. BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later) products (Affirm and PayPal) are also available upon enrollment when paying in full. BNPL products provide short-term financing that allows consumers to make purchases and pay for them in installments. REFUND POLICY: Enrolling into Black Sisters Birth Academy® is non-refundable. If you are not at a level where you are financially capable to invest at this level, please do not apply!

  • Can I work as a Birth Assistant after the completion of this program?

    After you have received your program certification you can seek employment as a Birth Assistant dependent upon your state law. Please note that each state law, midwife or institution such as a free-standing birth center determines what their requirements are prior to hiring or working as a Birth Assistant.

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