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Breastfeeding Counselor Training and Certification
Many women experience breastfeeding problems in the early days after having a baby. As a Breastfeeding Counselor you can learn how to support them and overcome those difficulties, helping them to enjoy their baby and the special relationship that breastfeeding offers.
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Breastfeeding Counselor course now available!
Breastfeeding Counselors have the opportunity to make a real
difference to the families they work with. You will be able
to help mothers overcome breastfeeding difficulties,
building a close relationship with the women you are working
with, and knowing that in your support, you can help a
mother and baby to gain the benefits of breastfeeding.
Studying with Childbirth International means you will have
the flexibility and convenience of being able to study from
the comfort of your own home. You can study a Childbirth
International course in any country. Our students are
currently found in 78 countries across the world!
If you want to help women, believe that breastfeeding provides
the best nutrition for babies, and want more than a 2-3 day
introduction that a workshop provides, this is the Breastfeeding Counselor
training and certification program for
you!
Take a look at the topics covered and the frequently asked questions for more information on costs, length of training, certification requirements
and required reading. Use the menu on the left to find out more about the
breastfeeding counselor program.
If you would prefer to read the information offline, you can
download an information pack on
this course read it at your leisure.
Childbirth International fully endorses the WHO International Code of
Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes. We will not accept any financial or
other form of incentive or reward from any organization that we consider
to be in violation of this code.
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Requirements for certification
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Certification: Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC)
Cost: US$710 (payment plan available)
Workshop required: None
How long does it take:
10-14 months
Time limit: None
Refunds: 2
day full refund less admin fee of $50
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Breastfeeding support required: Provide 30 hours of
breastfeeding support
Exam: Multiple choice open
book exam
Assignment: One written paper,
and breastfeeding case studies
Other requirements: Read 5 books
and survey on breastfeeding support available locally
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| Australia |
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