Enroll in Lactation University's Interactive Communication Course $67 (Reg $99)

​Approved by IBLCE for L-CERPS fulfilling the 5-hour communications requirement.
Course Description: This 5-hour comprehensive communication course is designed to enhance the essential communication skills required for lactation consultants and other healthcare professionals involved in breastfeeding care. The course is hosted on Lactation University's Teachable Classroom.

Grounded in the IBCLC Detailed Content Outline, the course emphasizes the importance of understanding clients' needs, active listening, and providing emotional support. Participants will learn strategies for developing an appropriate plan of care using Motivational Interviewing, assisting clients in making informed decisions, anticipating educational needs, and fostering a supportive environment.
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The curriculum includes practical exercises, role-playing scenarios, and building interpersonal relationships with families.

​While the primary focus is on lactation and breastfeeding care, the principles taught are universally applicable, making this course valuable for any healthcare provider aiming to improve their communication abilities. 
This course presents several communication strategies that can be tailored to any circumstance and profession. During the webinar, counselors will practice active listening and empathy to better understand and support clients.

Learning Objectives:
  1. Define Motivational Interviewing
  2. Describe the Spirit of Motivational Interviewing
  3. Form one open-ended question and one closed question
  4. Identify 3 key words that might signify “Change Talk” when counseling a client
  5. State 2 indicators of resistance
Course Format:
  • Interactive lectures
  • Media
  • Role-playing exercises
  • Group activities and feedback sessions
Target Audience:
  • Lactation consultants (IBCLCs)
  • Aspiring IBCLCs seeking to fulfill the 5 hour communication education requirement
  • Healthcare professionals involved in client breastfeeding care
  • Nurses, midwives, doulas, NCS, and other maternal and child health providers
Benefits of Attending:
  • Strengthen communication skills crucial for effective client care
  • Enhance the quality of lactation and breastfeeding support
  • Build skills delivering concise, individualized care plans
  • Improve client satisfaction and outcomes through better understanding and support
Launching Communication Skills for the Perinatal Professional

Launching Communication Skills for the Perinatal Professional

Carefully read the following statements and signify that you agree to the terms prior to paying for your training: I understand that I will need to pass a post test in order to receive my LU Communication Certificate. I understand that I may not record the training workshop (audio or video), or take photographs of the slides without the express permission of the faculty. As a participant of this training, I agree to allow LU/Birthing, Bonding & Breastfeeding permission to: · Collect my name, address, phone number, and email address for the trainee class list and email list. Take screenshots of live trainings which may include me, which may be used for promotional purposes online and in print. · Use quotes from my training evaluations (which I may fill out anonymously) for promotional purposes online and in print. ​ Details of Refund Policy: I understand that there are no refunds for classes 24 hours after registration. Those who cancel within 24 hours of registering will receive a refund minus the $25 administration fee. In order to receive a Certificate of Training students must attend the entire course, complete the worksheets, pass the quiz complete the evaluation. I have read the above statement and agree to the terms listed

$67