AZ HB2605

Establishes voluntary certification program for community doulas administered by the Arizona Department of Health Services, allowing doulas to obtain a two-year renewable certificate demonstrating training and competency.

Requires the director to establish by rule the scope of practice, core competencies, minimum education and training requirements, program standards, continuing education requirements, and disciplinary criteria for certified community doulas.

Waives minimum training and education requirements for applicants who provide documentation of current certification with a nationally recognized doula organization.

Allows the director to deny, suspend, or revoke certificates for violations of the article, felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude, or conduct detrimental to public health and safety, with appeal rights available.

Clarifies that certification is voluntary and not required to practice as a community doula in Arizona, and prohibits the state from giving preference to certified doulas in awarding public contracts.