Professional Education
Grow your skills, expand your knowledge and advance your career as a childbirth and parenting educator. Explore CAPEA’s pathways, events, webinars, teaching resources and certification programs.
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Learning Areas
Certification, pathways, events, webinars and teaching resources all in one place
CPD
Points
CAPEA events and training contribute to your continuing professional development hours
Online
& In-Person
Choose from in-person workshops, online webinars and self-paced learning resources
Free
Resources
Access free teaching tips, research links and professional practice guides as a member
Develop Your Professional Practice
CAPEA supports childbirth and parenting educators at every stage of their career — from those just beginning their journey through to experienced practitioners seeking to deepen their expertise and achieve formal recognition through CAPEA Certification.
Our professional education program encompasses structured pathways, a rich calendar of events and workshops, engaging webinars, practical teaching tips, and access to the latest research through the International Journal of Birth and Parenting Education (IJBPE).
- Structured education pathways for new and experienced educators
- Regular workshops, conferences and webinars across Australia
- Practical teaching tips and facilitation resources
- Access to IJBPE journal and INTERACTION archive
- Pathway to nationally recognised CAPEA Certification
Explore Professional Education
Everything you need to grow as a childbirth and parenting educator
Get CAPEA Certified
Achieve formal recognition of your professional skills and knowledge. CAPEA Certification is the gold standard for childbirth and parenting educators across Australia and is recognised internationally.
Educator Pathways
Whether you’re new to the field or an experienced practitioner, explore the structured education pathways CAPEA offers to support your professional growth at every stage of your career.
Calendar of Events
Browse upcoming CAPEA workshops, training days and conferences. Earn CPD hours, connect with peers and stay at the forefront of childbirth and parenting education practice.
Webinars
Participate in CAPEA’s engaging online webinars covering key topics in birth and parenting education. Learn from experts, ask questions and connect with fellow educators from the comfort of your home.
Teaching Tips
Discover practical tips and strategies to elevate your facilitation skills. From adult learning principles to interactive activities, find inspiration to make your sessions more impactful and memorable.
📱 Stay Connected
Follow CAPEA on Facebook
Stay up to date with the latest research, learning opportunities, industry news and professional insights by following the CAPEA Facebook page. Our community shares valuable links, discussions and resources to support your ongoing professional development.
- Latest research and journal articles
- Upcoming events and training announcements
- Professional discussions and peer insights
- Links to free webinars and learning resources
- News from the childbirth and parenting education sector
📰 Research & Publications
Access the IJBPE Journal
Members receive the International Journal of Birth and Parenting Education (IJBPE) delivered to their door, plus full electronic access to the archive. Stay current with evidence-based research and best practice from leading educators and researchers worldwide.
Ready to Advance Your Career?
Join CAPEA to unlock all professional education resources, event discounts, journal access and the pathway to CAPEA Certification.
