Lactation University Volunteer Supporter (LUVS)
LUVS are qualified lactation advocates who desire to support families in their feeding goals. We promote breastfeeding as the biological and cultural norm.
Volunteer candidates must have completed either the 24 hour Certified Lactation Educator (CLE) Training and be in the process of certifying, or the 100 hour Lactation University IBCLC Preparatory Course. Volunteers must continue to pursue learning and growing by documenting a minimum of 15 CEUs every 3 years.
LUVS serve as counselors on the official LUVS private Facebook groups and Instagram account. They also respond via email and offer phone support. Our volunteers provide evidence-based education and offer referrals. We recognize the IBCLC credential as the gold standard in lactation professionals, and will provide referrals Board-Certified Lactation Consultants for assessments and clinical support when necessary.
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.
Volunteer candidates must have completed either the 24 hour Certified Lactation Educator (CLE) Training and be in the process of certifying, or the 100 hour Lactation University IBCLC Preparatory Course. Volunteers must continue to pursue learning and growing by documenting a minimum of 15 CEUs every 3 years.
LUVS serve as counselors on the official LUVS private Facebook groups and Instagram account. They also respond via email and offer phone support. Our volunteers provide evidence-based education and offer referrals. We recognize the IBCLC credential as the gold standard in lactation professionals, and will provide referrals Board-Certified Lactation Consultants for assessments and clinical support when necessary.
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.