Which Pathway is best for me?
The information below is LER's interpretation of the guidelines. Please refer to the IBLCE website for more details.
Pathway 1 | Pathway 2 | Pathway 3 | |
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Available from Lacation Education Resources? |
Yes! | Not Available from LER. | Yes! |
Prior Experience: | Recognized Health Professional Recognized Mother Support Counselor Organization |
Depends on Program. | None Required |
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All Classes On-line?: | Yes. | Depends on Program. | Yes. |
What is the intent of this pathway? |
This pathway is generally for individuals who have already obtained a minimum of 1000 hours of lactation specific clinical experience through paid or volunteer work as a Recognized Health Professional and/or Recognized Mother Support Counselor. | Pathway 2 requires that candidates complete a college or university program in human lactation and breastfeeding. | Pathway 3 is the pathway for those who have varying levels of education and/or experience but do not currently work in a qualified profession as detailed in Pathway 1. |
Requirements that need to be met, established by the IBLCE: |
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Note that the requirements for Pathway 1 and 3 are the same until the clinical experience requirement is reached. Below are links to how we can help you fulfill these requirements. |
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Lactation Specific Education: |
14 Health Science Courses: |
Clinical Experience: |
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95 Actual Clock Hours | General Education Courses | Basic Life Support (BLS) | Varies by Pathway. |
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Pathway 1 |
You may have already met this requirement while earning your degree. |
Available BLS Courses | 1000 Hours of hands on clinical assistance. Completed while working: -As a Recognized Health Professional |
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Pathway 2: Not offered by LER. |
Varies by Program. |
Depends on Program. Some programs require these to be completed before enrolling. |
Some programs require these to be completed before applying or enrolling. |
Depends on Program | 300 Hours Some programs charge additional for an internship. |
Pathway 3 | Available BLS Courses | 500 Supervised Hours |