How to Become a Lactation Consultant – Support New Mothers with Confidence
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What you'll learn
Who It's For
What You’ll Achieve
Introduction & Learning Roadmap
How to Become a Lactation Consultant — Join our course to become a lactation consultant and gain the expertise
Professional Development
Healthcare Support
Career Guidance
Skills you'll gain:
IBCLC
CLC
scope of practice
clinical competencies
career paths
private practice
IBLCE pathways
Pathway 1
health sciences
education prerequisites
lactation education
clinical hours
training directory
accredited programs
online courses
university programs
clinical experience
mentorship
Introduction
This course is designed for beginners aspiring to become lactation consultants. Over a few weeks, you will learn to differentiate between key certifications like IBCLC and CLC, understand the educational and clinical pathways to certification, and discover accredited training programs to launch your career in lactation support.
Learning Outline
Understanding Lactation Consultant Certifications
Differentiating IBCLC and CLC Credentials
Scope of Practice for Lactation Professionals
Career Opportunities in Lactation Consulting
Navigating the IBCLC Certification Pathways
Understanding the Three IBLCE Pathways
Fulfilling Health Science Education Requirements
Meeting Lactation-Specific Education and Clinical Hours