Scholarship Opportunities: Postpartum Doula & Lactation Educator Trainings (Troy, NY)
Certified Lactation Educator (CLE®) Training Scholarship
Dates: July 24–26, 2026
Location: Samaritan Hospital, Troy, NY
The CLE® training equips participants to educate, counsel, and support families from preconception through weaning using evidence-based lactation information.
There are 4 scholarships available, with an additional option to self-pay for those not selected.
Apply & learn more: bit.ly/clescholarship
Postpartum Doula Training Scholarship
Dates: August 8–9, 2026
Location: St. Mary's, Troy, NY
This training prepares participants to provide compassionate, culturally responsive postpartum support to birthing people and families during the critical weeks after birth.
Scholarships are available to help reduce financial barriers and strengthen the local postpartum support workforce.
Apply & learn more: bit.ly/postpartumdoulatroy
Priority Consideration
For both opportunities, priority will be given to applicants who:
- Provide services to Medicaid-enrolled individuals and families
- Identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC)
- Identify as LGBTQ+ and/or provide affirming care to LGBTQ+ birthing people and families
These priorities reflect our shared commitment to advancing equity and strengthening community-based support systems for those most impacted by health and social inequities.
📅 Important Dates
- Application Deadline: June 20, 2026
- Notification Date: June 25, 2026