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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- Live Meeting Module 1 - Education & Communication (89:30)
- What's Due in Module 1 - Summary
- Image Review
- ​Homework Module 1 - 10 points
- Extra Credit - LUVS MEETING SCHEDULE
- Conference Project
- Research Paper & Presentation Topic
- Recorded Sessions, 1B: Motivational Interviewing - Christy Jo Hendricks (251:52)
- Lecture Questions 1B - 5 Points
- Reading Review Questions - 5 Points
- Quiz - Module 1 - 10 points
- Heads Up & Evaluation
Module 2 - Public Health and Advocacy
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- Live Meeting Module 2 - Public Health & Advocacy (199:28)
- What's Due in Module 2 - Summary
- Module 1 Review - Research Projects, Quiz Answers, etc.
- Image Review
- Homework Module 2 - 20 Points
- Extra Credit - Module 2
- Conference Project
- Recorded Session 2B: Supporting Families who use Infant Formula - Shel Banks, IBCLC (111:49)
- Recorded Session 2B: Understanding the WHO Code - Christy Jo Hendricks, IBCLC (166:35)
- Lecture Questions 2B - 5 points
- Reading Review Questions Module 2 - 5 points
- Quiz - Module 2 - 10 points
- Heads Up!
Module 3 - Research, and Ethical and Legal Issues
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- Live Meeting Module 3 - Research, and Ethical and Legal Issues (174:06)
- What's Due in Module 3 - Summary
- Module 2 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- Image Review
- Homework Module 3 - 10 points
- Extra Credit - Module 3
- Conference Planning Project - Mod 3 Updates
- Recorded Sessions 3B: Ethics of Infant Sleep Training - Christine Staricka (93:42)
- Recorded Sessions 3B: Fundamentals of Research - Robin Elise Weiss (72:13)
- Lecture Questions 3B - 5 points
- Reading and Review Questions - Module 3 - 5 points
- Quiz - Module 3 - 10 points
Module 4 - Physiology & Endocrinology
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- Live Meeting Module 4 - Physiology & Endocrinology (177:59)
- What's Due in Module 4 - Summary
- Module 3 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- 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
- Extra Credit - Module 4
- Lecture Review Questions Module 4
- Required Reading and Review Questions
- Quiz Module 4
Module 5 - Development and Nutrition, Maternal
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- Live Meeting Module 5 - Development and Nutrition - Maternal
- Module 4 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- What's Due in Module 5 - Summary
- Conference Week - Final Pre-Event Assignments Due!
- 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
- Mid-Program Evaluation
Module 6 - Development and Nutrition, Infant
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- Live Meeting Module 6: Development and Nutrition - Infant
- Additional Resources - Anatomy, Cranial Nerves, Growth Charts and More!
- Module 5 Review - Quiz Answers, Notes, etc.
- What's Due in Module 6 - Summary
- 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
- Conference Wrap Up!
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