Recertification Pathways for existent CBEs
EPEC Certification Transfer for BCCEs
Evolution Perinatal Education Collaborative is proud to welcome current BCCEs with a transfer of certification to EPEC-Certified Childbirth Educator (ECCE). This is a limited time offer for 2025 only, and applies solely to those who earned or renewed BCCE no earlier than 2023. A transfer will certify you for 12 months, at which time you will be required to recertify to remain current.
Recertification through EPEC
Evolution Perinatal Education Collaborative Certified Childbirth Educator (ECCE) is valid for 2 years from achievement date if certifying for the first time, or from renewal date when recertifying, at a cost of $75/year. We feel that this time period keeps our educators connected to our mission of collaboration, and continual improvement of curriculum and delivery.​
Select EPEC Certification Transfer or EPEC Recertification below, and remit payment. You will be returned to this page to complete required documentation to complete the process. Once your submission has been reviewed, your certificate will be emailed to you.
EPEC Certification Transfer for BCCEs
10$ÂThis is for current BACE-certified CBEs only, looking to transfer certification to EPEC. Certification thru BACE must have been earned or renewed no earlier than 2023.Valid for 12 months- This fee will be donated to the EPEC Equity Scholarship Fund
- This limited time offer expires at the end of 2025
- Recertification will be required 12 months from renewal
EPEC Recertification
75$Every yearThis is for those needing to recertify, within 12 months of a current certification (EPEC or BACE) due for renewal. Those expired more than 12 months: contact Shari by email for extension.Valid for 2 years- This fee will be donated to the EPEC Equity Scholarship Fund
- EPEC educators receive discounts on Symbiotic Skill Shares!
Choose the recertification pathway that suits your needs from below. Complete the appropriate form for your choice. Your certificate will be emailed upon review of documentation, and receipt of payment.
CBE Observation
Continuing Education
Birth Attendance
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Observe an approved educator for one comprehensive CBE class
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Complete the documentation form by clicking below
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Earn a minimum of 12 continuing education credits/units (CEUs) within 24 months of your recertification date
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Submit certificates by clicking below
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Attend one birth as an observer or as labor support
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Complete the documentation form by clicking below
Let's discuss! Over the years, many people have approached me to help with curriculum development and other support, after training but not certifying with other organizations.
Certification with EPEC would rely on how long ago you took your training, and what kind of materials you are using.
There are three scenarios:
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In many cases, I can use 1:1 mentoring hours to support you to certification. Mentoring meetings = $100/hour, typically between 5 and 10 needed
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I am working on a cohort series that will allow for folks who took my training in the past 2 years, to work together toward certification in a small group setting
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For all others, there's always a seat for you in our next Evolution Childbirth Educator training
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Have you taken another Childbirth Educator training,
and wish to certify with Evolution Perinatal Education Collaborative?
