Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What education is required to become a Lactation University Volunteer (LUV)?
A: Attend one of the following courses: Lactation University's IBCLC Prep Course, Christy Jo's CLE Training or Foundations of Lactation AND attend Lactation University's (LU) Lactation Communication Course (discounted rate for students).
Q: Is the Communication Course recorded or live?
A: The Communication Course will be live. The Communication Course's date will be announced before it goes live. When the date has been finalized, we'll provide a link to register.
Q: Can we facilitate breastfeeding support groups without the Communication Course?
A; Yes, you can. However, you will need to take the next Communication Course available.
Q: How often do we schedule our breastfeeding support groups?
A: Prenatal and postpartum breastfeeding support groups are 5-week sessions. Please see which day of the week would work best for your schedule. It's best to keep the days consistent.
Q: Is there an application fee?
A: Yes, the application fee is $97.
Q: Can we count hours we provide education and support outside of LUVS endorsed meetings?
A: Yes. Once you have met the minimum commitment to the LUVS program, you can utilize your own practice/client lactation support and add any direct lactation hours to your clinical chart.
Q: Can I charge for the LUVS meetings?
A: No. All LUVs meetings are offered free of charge to the community. However, you can charge for additional services you provide but cannot solicit to the LUVs audience.
Q: Can I say I am a "LUVs Leader" already as I'm sending out information for my meetings?
A: Yes, you can. We'll assist you in setting up your own LUVs Facebook Group to provide event details.
LUVs serve as counselors on the official LUVs private Facebook groups and Instagram accounts. They also respond via email and offer phone support. Our volunteers provide evidence-based education and offer appropriate referrals.
Our highly-qualified volunteers have either completed the 24 hour Certified Lactation Educator (CLE) Training, or the 95 hour Lactation University IBCLC Preparatory Course. They have also attended a facilitator's training and a 5-hour communications course. Volunteers continue to pursue learning and growing by documenting a minimum of 15 CEUs every 3 years. Lactation University recognizes the IBCLC credential as the gold standard in lactation professionals, and our counselors provide referrals to International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants for assessments and clinical support when appropriate.
Our social media sites are also monitored by current International, Board-Certified Lactation Consultants. They serve as mentors and resources for our volunteers. Many of our volunteers are meeting clinical hours to qualify as candidates for the IBLCE Exam.
Our social media sites are also monitored by current International, Board-Certified Lactation Consultants. They serve as mentors and resources for our volunteers. Many of our volunteers are meeting clinical hours to qualify as candidates for the IBLCE Exam.
New volunteers are not being accepted at this time. We will welcome out next cohort June, 2024.
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