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Christy Jo Hendricks,
​IBCLC, RLC, CCCE, CLE, Doula

Lactation University Founder

Are you struggling to understand the pathways to become an IBCLC? Do you need a personal guide, map and easy-to-understand check list? Christy Jo has been helping candidates become lactation consultants since she became an IBCLC in 2008. Her "How to Become an IBCLC" webinar helps others form a clear understanding of the process and requirements.

​​The complete guide to to becoming an IBCLC

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"Christy's 'How to Be an IBCLC' webinar was so helpful! The IBLCE website is SO confusing to navigate. It really helped to hear her explain things and to see the slides of all the requirements and pathways broken down from someone who has personal experience!"

Registration is complete when you finish both steps 1 & 2

How to Become an IBCLC Webinar
Are you considering becoming an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant? Join us for a 1.5 hour
 presentation and a dedicated Q & A with current IBCLCs following the webinar. 

Registration closes one day prior to webinar. The login information will be sent to the email address you list below. 

​The webinar is NOT recorded. Please make sure you are available at the time and date of the webinar. No refunds will be issued.

You must register and pay at the same time to be included in the webinar. COMPLETE STEPS 1 & 2 

STEP 1 Register

Submit
Registration is not complete until payment is received.
Payment is final, no refunds. The room will open 10 minutes prior to start time and will close 10 minutes after we have begun. Late attendees will not be admitted into the webinar after the 10 minute grace period. 

STEP 2 Pay

$40.00 $25.00
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Step 3 check email

You will receive the ZOOM invite a day prior to the presentation. The link will be sent to the email address listed on the above contact form. Please check your spam folder if you do not see the invitation in your mailbox. 
Every attempt has been made to share accurate, up-to-date information as outlined by IBLCE, but the final authority is IBLCE and it is your responsibility to consult with and verify information with the current Candidate Information Guide and the IBLCE Website. Iblce.org 
The How to Become an IBCLC Webinar​ provides a clear understanding of the IBCLC process. Topics include:
  • Health Science Requirements (and how to fulfill them)
  • Lactation Specific Education Requirements (and recommendations)
  • Pathway 1 and the stipulations (along with recognized organizations)
  • Pathway 2 and the institutions recognized by IBLCE
  • Pathway 3 and how to find a mentor
  • The Pros and Cons of each pathway
  • Where to find employment
  • Requirements for recertification
  • and BONUS information​

About The Facilitator

Christy Jo is an international speaker, published author and faculty for the Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association. She maintains membership in professional organizations and attends conferences to stay up-to-date on all things lactation. 

Christy Jo has experience in private practice, public health and hospital settings. She developed and teaches a highly successful IBCLC Prep Course that has been attended by over 400 students. She continues to mentor aspiring Lactation Consultants and helps them turn their passion into a profession. 

Join her now and start your incredibly rewarding journey to becoming an IBCLC!

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Download the Slide links or access them below
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Download the IBLCE’s Candidate Information Guide from
https://iblce.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2022_March_25_Candidate-Information-Guide_FINAL.pdf
Statistics for IBCLCs
https://iblce.org/about-iblce/current-statistics-on-worldwide-ibclcs/
List of recognized Health Professions
https://iblce.org/step-1-prepare-for-ibclc-certification/health-sciences-education-2/
What is the CLEP Program?
http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/clep/about.html
DSST Credits
http://www.getcollegecredit.com/
Health Science education guide
https://iblce.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/health-sciences-education-guide.pdf
Remaining 6 Courses
https://iblce.org/step-1-prepare-for-ibclc-certification/health-sciences-education-2/health-sciences-summary/
Additional suggestions from the Galactablog post
https://galactablog.com/lactation-training/lactation-certification-programs/
Pathway 1 Recognized Breastfeeding Support Counsellor Organizations
https://iblce.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2022_March_RBSCO_ENGLISH.pdf
Pathway 2 Accredited Lactation Academic Programs
https://iblce.org/step-1-prepare-for-ibclc-certification/lactation-specific-clinical-experience/pathway-2-accredited-academic-programs/
Pathway 3 Guidelines
https://iblce.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/2020_May_9_Pathway_3_Plan_Guide_FINAL.pdf
Code of Professional Conduct
https://iblce.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Code-of-professional-conduct.pdf

Our goal is to help you reach yours


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  • Education
    • Certified Lactation Educator (CLE)
    • Webinars >
      • How To Become an IBCLC
      • 5 Hour Communication Course
    • 90 Hour Lactation Course >
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  • IBCLC Resources
  • LUVS Program
    • Code of Ethics for Volunteers
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