Healthcare & Wellness

Death Doula

Provides emotional and spiritual support to the dying and their families.

ScienceNSQF Level 6
At a glance
Salary range in India
₹3.0L – ₹8.0L/year
Market demand
emerging
LowVery 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.