Tuition & Fees
Tuition & fees for the Lactation program follow the PSU undergraduate tuition rate. You can view the PSU Tuition tables.
Students can complete our Lactation courses as degree seeking students or non-degree seeking students. PSU also offers a variety of tuition discounts. These factors need to be considered when estimating tuition costs. To get the most accurate estimate of your Lactation training tuition costs, request an estimate from a Lactation Advisor by emailing lactation@pdx.edu or scheduling a Lactation Advising appointment.
Credits Breakdown
LACTATION EDUCATION COURSES – 10 credits total.
There are two ways to complete the 100 hours of Lactation Education that we offer:
Option #1:
- Fall term – PHE 418: Lactation Education 1 (4 credits/40 hrs)
- Winter term – PHE 419: Lactation Education 2 (4 credits/40 hrs)
- Spring term – PHE 420: Lactation Education 3 (2 credits/20 hrs)
Option #2:
- Winter term – PHE 424: Lactation Education 1 (6 credits/60 hrs)
- Spring term – PHE 425: Lactation Education 2 (4 credits/40 hrs)
PATHWAY 2 LACTATION PRACTICUM – 15 credits total
All students in our Pathway 2 Lactation Practicum complete these four terms.
- Summer term – PHE 409: Lactation Practicum (2 credits/20 hrs)
- Fall term – PHE 409: Lactation Practicum (5 credits/50 hrs)
- Winter term – PHE 409: Lactation Practicum (5 credits/50 hrs)
- Spring term – PHE 409: Lactation Practicum (3 credits/30 hrs)
Practicum Fees
There are additional fees for the Pathway 2 practicum and those who choose to sit for the IBLCE Exam. The practicum has fees beyond that for the course itself. The approximate cost is between $100-$200.
Exam Fees
The final step in IBLCE certification is applying for and passing the IBCLE Exam. All students who successfully complete the SPH Pathway 2 courses (Lactation Education full course series and the Lactation Practicum) will be eligible to apply for and take the IBCLE Exam to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
Licensure fees may apply. Please check your state laws.
Have Questions About Our Program?
Request Information
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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Donate To The Lactation Fund
This is a great way to help prospective lactation consultants realize their goal of helping breastfeeding families in their community.
Select “Marilyn and Dick Whetsell Lactation Certification Fund” as your designated donation.
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