Why Attend Lactation University's IBCLC Prep Program
- Virtual classes that can be attended from anywhere in the world
- Primary faculty with over 25 years of teaching experience, a degree in Communication and creator of an IBCLC Prep Couse with one of the highest passing rates (page 11)
- Hybrid course that enables students to meet live with classmates and instructor bi-weekly and complete additional requirements through self-study
- Homework assignments that enhance the learning experience and develop additional skills and critical thinking
- Bi-weekly quizzes that allow for self-evaluation
- Covers all aspects of the IBLCE Blueprint and offers additional learning opportunities evaluating pictures, answering test questions, charting and much more
- Supplemental lectures and advice from practicing IBCLCs
- 96 Continuing Educational Hours for RNs (additional $20 application and submission fee for the nursing board)
- A clear path to earn clinical hours as a Lactation University Volunteer through an approved breastfeeding counselor program from IBLCE. Learn more about earning clinical hours through the LUVS Program.
At Lactation University our goal is to support and develop the next generation of IBCLCs. We are preparing students to excel in a profession, not just pass a test.
Example Curriculum
Introduction to Lactation University
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Module 1 - Education and Communication
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- Let's Start Here
- Live Meeting Module 1 - Education & Communication (215:48)
- What's Due in Module 1 - Summary
- Additional Resources
- Image Review
- Group Project
- ​Homework Module 1 - 10 points
- Recorded Sessions, 1B: Motivational Interviewing - Christy Jo Hendricks (187:40)
- Application Worksheet
- Research Paper & Presentation Topic *UPDATE 10/12/25*
- Lecture Questions 1B - 5 Points
- Reading Review Questions - 5 Points
- Quiz - Module 1 - 10 points
- Extra Credit - Module 1
- Heads Up & Evaluation
Module 2 - Public Health and Advocacy
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- Live Meeting Module 2 - Public Health & Advocacy (212:37)
- What's Due in Module 2 - Summary
- Module 1 Review - Quiz Answers, Projects, etc.
- Additional Resources
- Image Review
- Homework Module 2 - 20 Points
- Recorded Session 2B: Supporting Families who use Infant Formula - Shel Banks, IBCLC (111:49)
- Lecture Questions 2B - 5 points
- Reading Review Questions Module 2 - 5 points
- Quiz - Module 2 - 10 points
- Heads Up!
- Extra Credit - Module 2
Module 3 - Research, and Ethical and Legal Issues
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- Live Meeting Module 3 - Research, and Ethical and Legal Issues (248:26)
- What's Due in Module 3 - Summary
- Module 2 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- Additional Resources
- Image Review
- Recorded Sessions 3B: Ethics of Infant Sleep Training - Christine Staricka (93:42)
- Recorded Sessions 3B: Fundamentals of Research - Robin Elise Weiss (72:13)
- Homework Module 3 - 10 points
- Lecture Questions 3B - 5 points
- Reading and Review Questions - Module 3 - 5 points
- Quiz - Module 3 - 10 points
- Extra Credit - Module 3
Module 4 - Physiology & Endocrinology
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- Live Meeting Module 4 - Physiology & Endocrinology (192:03)
- Module 3 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- What's Due in Module 4 - Summary
- Additional Resources
- Image Review
- Recorded Sessions 4B: Supporting the Premature Infant - Christy Jo Hendricks (68:42)
- Recorded Sessions 4B: Supporting Breastfeeding Multiples - Kathryn Stagg (99:15)
- Recorded Session 4B: Growing Tiny Humans - Kimberly Bepler (128:26)
- Conference Planning
- Homework Module 4
- Lecture Review Questions Module 4
- Required Reading and Review Questions
- Quiz Module 4
- Extra Credit - Module 4
Module 5 - Development and Nutrition, Maternal
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- Live Meeting Module 5 - Development and Nutrition - Maternal (193:50)
- Module 4 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- What's Due in Module 5 - Summary
- Additional Resources
- Image Review
- Recorded Sessions 5B: Common Infant Digestive Concerns - Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC, RLC (74:23)
- Recorded Sessions 5B: Breast Anatomy & Physiology - Dr. Katrina Mitchell (50:29)
- Recorded Sessions 5B: The Milky Way
- Homework Module 5
- Research Project - Research Paper Portion Due by End of Module 5
- Extra Credit - Module 5
- Lecture Review Questions Module 5
- Required Reading and Review Questions
- Quiz Module 5
Module 6 - Development and Nutrition, Infant
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- Live Meeting Module 6: Development and Nutrition - Infant (188:44)
- Module 5 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- What's Due in Module 6 - Summary
- Additional Resources - Anatomy, Cranial Nerves, Growth Charts and More!
- Image Review
- Recorded Session 6B: A Therapeutic Approach to Breastfeeding the Preterm Infant - Meredith Pollaro (87:26)
- Recorded Sessions 6B: Baby Noises - Bonnie Holt Logsdon (50:27)
- Recorded Sessions 6B: The Challenges of Ordinary Breastfeeding - Nikki Lee (105:33)
- Homework Module 6
- Research Project - Submit Video Presentation and Handout
- Extra Credit - Module 6
- Lecture Review Questions Module 6
- Required Reading and Review Questions
- Quiz Module 6
Module 7 - Pharmacology & Toxicology, Maternal and Infant
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- Live Meeting Module 7: Pharmacology & Toxicology - Maternal & Infant (197:56)
- Module 6 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- What's Due in Module 7 - Summary
- Additional Resources
- Image Review
- Recorded Sessions 7B: Beyond Fenugreek - An Individualized Approach to Galactagogues - Melissa Cole, MS, IBCLC, RLC (88:13)
- Recorded Sessions 7B: Complimentary and Alternative Medicine in Breastfeeding Therapy - Nikki Lee (102:15)
- Homework Module 7
- Extra Credit - Module 7
- Lecture Review Questions Module 7
- Required Reading and Review Questions
- Quiz Module 7
Module 8 - Techniques
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- Live Meeting Module 8: Techniques (167:20)
- What's Due in Module 8 - Summary
- Module 7 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- Additional Resources
- Image Review
- Conference Planning Updates
- Recorded Sessions 8B: HAND-ling the Pain - Maya Bolman (86:35)
- Recorded Session 8B: Oral Restrictions for Providers - Jennifer Hafele & Dr. Erin Winn (90:05)
- Homework Module 8
- Book Review Submission
- Extra Credit - Module 8
- Lecture Review Questions Module 8
- Required Reading and Review Questions Mod 8
- Quiz Module 8
Module 9 - Equipment and Technology
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- Live Meeting Module 9: Equipment and Technology (199:34)
- What's Due in Module 9 - Summary
- A message from LUVS!
- Module 8 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- Additional Resources
- Image Review
- Recorded Sessions 9B: Bottle Feeding for Success - Jennifer Hafele, IBCLC (60:55)
- Recorded Sessions 9B: Optimizing Pumping for Today's Lactators - Jennifer Hafele, IBCLC (65:50)
- Recorded Sessions 9B: Strategies for Moving from Bottle-feeding to Breastfeeding - Nikki Lee (135:00)
- Homework Module 9
- Extra Credit - Module 9
- Lecture Review Questions Module 9
- Required Reading and Review Questions Mod 9
- Quiz Module 9
Module 10 - Pathology (Infant)
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- Live Meeting Module 10: Pathology (Infant) (184:13)
- What's Due in Module 10 - Summary
- Module 9 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- Additional Resources
- Conference Planning Updates
- Image Review
- Recorded Sessions 10B: Spit Happens: Managing Infant Reflux - Megan Dunn (109:09)
- Guest Lecture Recording: Case Study of Missed Tongue Tie - Melanie Henstrom (131:20)
- Homework Module 10
- Lecture Review Questions Module 10
- Required Reading and Review Questions
- Quiz Module 10
- Extra Credit - Module 10
Module 11 - Pathology (Maternal)
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- Live Meeting Module 11: Pathology (Maternal) (207:08)
- What's Due in Module 11 - Summary
- Module 10 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- Additional Resources
- Conference Planning Updates
- Image Review
- Recorded Sessions 11B: A Case Study Approach to Critical Thinking Skills - Melissa Cole (88:23)
- Homework Module 11
- Lecture Review Questions Module 11
- Required Reading and Review Questions
- Quiz Module 11
- Extra Credit - Module 11
- Optional Extra Credit Recorded Session: New Teachable WHO Code Course
Module 12 - Psychology, Sociology & Anthropology
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- Live Meeting Module 12: Module 12 - Psychology, Sociology & Anthropology
- What's Due in Module 12 - Summary
- Module 11 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- Additional Resources
- Image Review
- Recorded Sessions 12B: Becoming a Parent - Elly Taylor (60:25)
- Recorded Sessions 12B: Finding Clues from Home Visits and Cultural Humility - Johanna Sargeant (63:46)
- Recorded Sessions 12B: Understanding Biases - Ruth Kraft (46:38)
- Conference Planning - Final Submissions
- Homework Module 12
- Surprise - One Last Extra Credit Opportunity!
- Lecture Review Questions Module 12
- Required Reading and Review Questions
- Quiz Module 12
- Prepare and Good Luck!
- Final Test
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