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Death Doula
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Death Doula
Provides emotional and spiritual support to the dying and their families.
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NSQF Level 6
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At a glance
Salary range in India
₹3.0L – ₹8.0L/year
Market demand
emerging
Low
Very High
Minimum qualification
12th
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote
Your pathway into Death Doula
1
Step 1
12th → End-of-life care training/certification → Independent practice or hospice
Skills you'll need
empathy
Core skill
counseling
Core skill
crisis management
Core skill
spiritual care
Core skill
Salary breakdown in India
Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹3.0L – ₹8.0L/year
Lead / Head
Upper Range
What does a Death Doula actually do?
Provides emotional and spiritual support to the dying and their families.