We offer in person, virtual and phone advising for prospective students who have questions about our Lactation Training program and the IBLCE certification requirements.
During the Fall 2024 term in person drop in Advising will be available from 11 am to 1 pm on the following dates:
- Tuesdays – Oct 1st, Oct 15th, & 29th
- Tuesdays – Nov 5th & 19th
- Tuesday – Dec 3rd
Check in at the Vanport 6th floor reception area or come directly to Office 620B.
Prospective students can also schedule a virtual or phone advising appointment to talk with Lactation faculty members.
Prior to attending an Advising session, please complete the Lactation Education Advising Worksheet – link to Advising Worksheet.
For directions to the Vanport Building visit thePSU Campus map – Vanport Building.
Have Questions About Our Program?
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Contact lactation@pdx.edu or schedule an appointment with our lactation advisors if you have more questions or would like to receive more information about our program.
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Lactation Program Instructional Videos
How To Become An International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Watch our short IBCLC overview video to learn more about the IBCLC certification process, exam, and courses with the School of Public Health.
OHSU-PSU SPH Pathway 2 Lactation Training Program
Our undergraduate Lactation Certificate program Provides students with advanced practice clinical lactation care for families in a variety of settings. Preparing students to sit for the International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) exam.
Watch our short overview video to understand more about the lactation certificate program.
IBLCE Health Science Education Requirements
Watch our short video to learn more about the IBLCE health science education program requirements and how to obtain your health science education with the OHSU-PSU School of Public Health.
How To Obtain Your Lactation Clinical Experience
Watch our short video to learn more about the lactation specific clinical experience and necessary requirements to the being the process.