Everything You Need to Become an IBCLC
Lactation education, clinical hours, and exam prep, in one convenient place
Pathways
There are 3 pathways to the IBCLC exam. We’ll help you find the best one for you, based on your previous education and experience.
Education
95+ hours of lactation training and several college health science courses are required. No matter where you’re starting, we have the training you need.
Clinical Hours
Before you can take the IBCLC exam, you need hands-on hours counseling lactating parents. LER offers two great ways to get your clinical hours.
Exam
Last step: The IBCLC exam. Yes, you will be ready! LER has the exam prep courses and tools you need.
We are Committed to Your Success
- Courses online and on your own time
- Expert instructors with real-world experience
- Tech support at your fingertips, 7 days a week
- Cutting-edge exam prep tools
- Ongoing support for the next steps in your lactation career
Ask Our Experts Live
Live Events
Real Talk: The Realities of Being and Becoming an IBCLC
If you are considering becoming an IBCLC, but wish you knew more about what it’s really like or how to get there, this talk is for you. Angela Love-Zaranka, BA, IBCLC, RLC and Sekeita Lewis-Johnson, DNP, FNP-BC, IBCLC, answer your questions live.
Tuesday, December 12th 12pm PST/3pm EST. Free registration is required.
Register NowLER Live: 90 Days and Counting: Creating a Study Plan for the IBLCE Exam
(For April 2024 Exam Candidates)
Get a general overview of the exam, learn how to create a study schedule, and learn what to study.
January 17th from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT. Free registration is required.
Register NowOn Demand Recording
No time to wait? Our previous live exam prep are available instantly. You'll get proven strategies for exam success, from start to finich.
90 Days and Counting: Making your IBCLC Study Plan
Designed to watch when you have at least three months to plan your exam preperation.
You’ve Got This! 30-Day IBCLC Exam Prep
Watch NowCertification Playbook: Your Guide to the IBCLC

Evaluate where you are now and make a plan that works for you.

Understand the 95-hour requirement and decide how to meet it.

Explore clinical hours options and choose what works for you.

Discover easy, effective ways to obtain the required college courses.