Ariz. Admin. Code § R9-16-905 - Continuing Education

A. A certified doula shall complete 15 hours of continuing education hours within the three years prior to renewing certification specified in A.R.S. § 36-766.01.

B. Continuing education shall:

1. Directly relate to doula core competencies as specified in R9-16-901(9) including services, skills, and knowledge that:

a. Facilitates access to quality of care delivery and health outcomes for clients receiving services; and

b. Expands health and wellness in diverse communities to reduce health disparities;

2. Have educational objectives that exceed an introductory level of knowledge related to doula core competencies and scope of practices; and

3. Consist of courses related to core competencies, such as:

a. Health and social service systems, including disease prevention to help manage health conditions;

b. Health promotion education;

i. Health literacy and cross-cultural communication;

ii. Referrals and providing follow-up;

iii. Individual support and coaching; and

iv. Outreach methods and strategies;

c. Client and community assessment;

d. Health education for behavior change;

e. Provide direct services;

f. Home visits to provide education, assessment, and social support; and

g. Support, advocacy, and health system navigation for clients.

C. A continuing education course developed, endorsed, or sponsored by the Department according to A.R.S. § 36-766.09(B) is available at www.azdhs.gov.

Notes

Ariz. Admin. Code § R9-16-905

New Section made by Exempt Rulemaking at 29 A.A.R. 803, effective 8/1/2023.