Certificate in Human Lactation
The School of Public Health provides Lactation Pathway courses and training for undergraduate students to obtain their International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Certificate. Providing students advanced practice clinical lactation care for families in a variety of settings.
Our program prepares students to sit for the International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) exam.
Your Program Essentials
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Program Requirements
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See RequirementsCourse Information
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Learn MoreLactation Advising
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Apply NowClinical Lactation Experience
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Clinical OptionsTuition & Financial Aid
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Tuition FeesPassing Rates
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Program OutcomesFrequently Asked Questions
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FAQsHave Questions About Our Program?
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Why Get Certified?
The undergraduate certificate in Human Lactation offers comprehensive lactation training for:
- Students who want to improve their lactation skills
- Non-health professionals who want to become certified as International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC)
- Health professionals who want to become certified as International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC)
- Students wishing to seek a bachelor’s degree in Public Health Studies
- Students interested in politics, policy and research from the perspective of improving maternal and infant health outcomes
SPH Certificate In Human Lactation Overview
IBCLC Process Overview
Start Your Lactation Certification Process
You must complete four steps to become an IBCLC:
- Obtain your Health Sciences Education
- Obtain your Lactation Education
- Obtain your Clinical Experince
- Pass the IBLCE Certification Exam
Becoming a Lactation Consultant
Hear how our graduate Liz decided to make a career towards becoming a Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). You can learn more about her lactation journey at this YouTube channel or on PSU Media Space.