Placenta Encapsulation Specialist Training FAQs

Why certify with Birth BEautifully?
We offer our students tools and education to promote and market their business, including being added to our provider list on the Birth Beautifully website. BBPEs also have a private Facebook page for specialists only, to gain knowledge and feedback from other BBPEs. There is no additional charge for certification and no requirement for membership or recertification. Once you have completed all the requirements you will be eligible to apply for certification as a Birth Beautifully Placenta Encapsulation Specialist.
Will I be Behind in class if I am not already a birth worker, such as a doula? 
No, as long as you have a good understanding of childbirth and have a passion for this field of work, you will be fine. You will need to read your Birth Beautifully course book prior to your training, but it would also be very beneficial to read the required reading ahead of time, especially if you are not currently a birth worker. 

Will I be certified after i take my training?
No. You will need to complete all the required steps outlined in the “Certification Requirements” section before you are considered a Birth Beautifully Placenta Encapsulation Specialist. You have 1 year to fulfill these requirements. An extension can be purchased if necessary.
do i need to be certified?
Birth Beautifully has made the certification very obtainable for a reason: we want to see you become a successful certified placenta encapsulation specialist! Birth Beautifully takes pride in its specialists. Once you are certified, your business information is placed on our provider listing section of the website. 

You also have the comradery of other fellow certified Birth Beautifully Placenta Encapsulation Specialists on our private Facebook group, where you gain information and ideas for your service. 

Birth Beautifully gives you one year included after your training before it is exclusively for certified specialists only. This is to help you get started with your business. 

Birth Beautifully hopes to include future continuing education classes and conferences for our certified specialists as well.
What if i do not finish my certification requirements within the allotted time frame?
Birth Beautifully understands that everyone’s life is different. If you need more time to meet the certification requirements, you may purchase an extension through Birth Beautifully.
What if I cannot afford the training?
Birth Beautifully is looking into developing a scholarship program for aspiring specialists; however at the moment, this program is not yet in place.
How much can i earn as a specialist?
Price of your service varies depending on your location. Find out what the going rate is in your local area. If you set your price too high, you may not have anyone inquire about your service, however this is also your business and you want to be successful, so don’t sell yourself short either! Remember this is a new business. Do not get discouraged if it takes a while for your business to be thriving. Like any new business, it may take some time. 

Using the feedback from other specialists on the private Facebook page may help you with marketing ideas.
Are there any additional expenses?
You will need to purchase the supplies necessary for encapsulation. A detailed list is included in the course book.
Are there any restrictions on encapsulating where i live?
It is up to each individual to seek out the regulations (if any) regarding the release of the placenta and preparation of it for the area(s) he or she will be serving.