Certified Lactation Specialist Course
47 CERPs and Nursing CEUs
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| LEC recommends Counseling the Nursing Mother 4th Edition, by Lauwers & Swisher (2005, Jones & Bartlett, publishers) prior to attending the course. See purchase options. |
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Topical Outline
The Certified Lactation Specialist Course is designed for the aspiring lactation consultant or nurses, physicians, midwives, dieticians, breastfeeding assistants or others desirous of improving their knowledge base and skills in working with the breastfeeding dyad. All areas included on the IBLCE exam are addressed. The 5 ½ day course provides the needed number of continuing education in lactation to qualify to sit for the IBLCE exam. Lactation management skills are taught through practical application of scientific principles. The course is continuously updated in response to changes within the profession and the rapidly expanding body of scientific knowledge. Certification as a lactation specialist is achieved through attendance of the entire course and successful completion of the end of course exam on the last day.
This certification is a stepping stone to the IBCLC credential. It is hoped that those who attend this course ultimately go on to become board certified, although that is not a requirement. During this very practical course, participants will be taught how to use appropriate counseling skills, how to teach mothers and families, and most importantly, how to function hands-on as a clinician.
LEC's NEW 2008 Lactation Specialist Certification Program (formerly Lactation Consultant Prep Program) will be held on the following dates:
2008 Course Schedule |
| February 18-23 |
Charlotte, NC area
Mooresville NC
SpringHill Suites
121 Gateway Blvd
Mooresville NC 28117 (Exit 33)
Phone: 704-658-0053
Room Rate: $104 includes breakfast
Tell them you are with the LEC program.
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April
21-26 |
Chicago area
Doubletree Hotel
800 National Parkway
Schaumburg IL 60173
847-605-9222
Call the hotel directly to receive the special LEC rate of $119. A free breakfast buffet is included for LEC attendees when the reservation made directly through the hotel or Doubletree 800 number. Make sure you tell them you are with the LEC Lactation Specialist course. Cut off date for this rate is March 21, 2008. |
June
9-14 |
Oshkosh, WI
Park Plaza Oshkosh
One North Main St.
Oshkosh WI 54901
888-201-1803 or 920-231-5000
There are a limited number of rooms for $75. Make sure you tell them you are with the LEC (Lactation Education Consultants) program. This rate is available until May 9. After that date the price goes to $90 See Hotel Information.
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November
3-8 |
Chicago area
Doubletree Hotel
800 National Parkway
Schaumburg IL 60173
847-605-9222
Call the hotel directly to receive the special LEC rate of $119. A free breakfast buffet is included for LEC attendees when the reservation made directly through the hotel or Doubletree 800 number. Make sure you tell them you are with the LEC Lactation Specialist course. Cut off date for this rate is October 3, 2008. |
TUITION: $785 Early bird fee: $735 (Registration and fee postmarked one month or more prior to first day of the course) Four or more attendees attending from same institution – contact LEC for discount information. Fee must be paid by check or money order and received in the same envelope.
Class times: 8:00 to 5:30 each day. Last day of class is 8:00 to 1:00. Coffee and tea provided at morning and afternoon breaks. Lunch is one hour on your own.
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"I survived the exam. I feel pretty good about it, but I could not have done it without your wonderful preparation. The class in February was extraordinary in its content and clarification of the exam material. All the exam questions were similar to the practice tests you gave us. I am very relieved to have it behind me, but more relieved that I took your course!! Thanks a million."
"An excellent interplay of instructors' personality, expertise, practice venues and humor. You all seem to really enjoy what you do."
"I don't know if you keep track of how your students do on the exam but I wanted to let you know. . I am a LLL Leader in Indianapolis . I am happy to report not only did I pass, I got a 88%! I'm sure this had a lot to do with the course! Thanks for everything"
"Very helpful that 3 speakers work in different venues – WIC, hospital, private practice etc.. Great changing speakers like you do."
"Thank you for your very informative and well organized presentations. You are a great trio. I appreciate your sense of humor and willingness to share professional as well as personal stories. I also appreciate the fact that you keep up with the latest research in lactation."
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