Professional Education Courses

Evidence-based breastfeeding education for hospital and community health professionals

Breastfeeding: Making a Difference Level 1

📅 2 days🎓 IBLCE contact hours approved

A comprehensive workshop for hospital and community health professionals. The course covers evidence-based, best practice that protects, promotes and supports breastfeeding.

Topics Include:

Breast anatomy and physiology
Latching techniques
Early problems management
Medications and breastfeeding
Supplementation guidance
Cultural considerations

Certificate of attendance awarded•Inquire about hosting →

Breastfeeding: Making a Difference Level 2

📋 Prerequisites required🎓 IBLCE contact hours approved

Prerequisites require completion of a Level 1 course within 2-3 years. This advanced offering uses complex case studies and group problem solving for challenging situations.

Advanced Topics:

Complex case studies
Advanced problem-solving techniques
Research evaluation
Multi-cultural promotion strategies
Deeper exploration of Level 1 material

Certificate & IBLCE credits provided•Inquire about hosting →

Physicians and Policy Makers Course

⏱️ Half day🎓 IBLCE contact hours approved

A condensed offering addressing key decision-makers. The course examines opportunity costs (to health and budgets) of sub-optimal breastfeeding and explores Baby Friendly Initiative implementation across prenatal and postnatal care.

Designed For:

Physicians and medical directors
Hospital administrators
Policy makers
Healthcare organization leaders

Certificate & IBLCE credits awarded•Inquire about hosting →

Pricing & Registration

Courses operate on a cost-recovery basis, with tuition depending on registrant numbers. Costs include participant handouts, online resources, and supporting documents.

Organizations typically provide venue, equipment, and refreshments as in-kind contributions.