Pathway 2 Lactation Consultant Training Certificate

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The Pathway 2 Lactation Consultant Training Certificate Program is an undergraduate certificate for students who wish to receive the necessary education and skills to be an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Students need to complete the required pre-reqs prior to applying for the certificate program.

The minimum passing grade for all courses included in this certificate is an earned grade of “C”.

Pre-requisites

Courses required as pre-requisites for entry into the lactation consultant training program undergraduate certificate (alternate courses may be considered)

BIO 1080 - General Biology I Credits: 3
BIO 2310 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: 4
BIO 2320 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Credits: 4
ITP 1700 - Medical Terminology Credits: 2
NUT 2040 - Introduction to Nutrition Credits: 3
NUT 3300 - Cultural Aspects of Nutrition Credits: 3
NUT 3700 - Nutrition Education and Counseling Credits: 3
NUT 4040 - Nutrition Research Design and Evaluation Credits: 3
NUT 4200 - Lifecycle Nutrition for Majors Credits: 3
NUT 4800 - Medical Nutrition Therapy Credits: 4

Required Courses

NUT 4950 - Lactation Management Credits: 3
NUT 4970 - Clinical Skills for Breastfeeding Support Credits: 3
NUT 4990 - Clinical Lactation Practicum Credits: 1-8 (must complete 12 credits)

Total: 18 credits

Program Created June 24, 2022