Become a Lactation Consultant
LactaLearning courses provide the clinical knowledge and skills lactation consultants need to effectively assist breastfeeding families. Our course options below are designed to meet every need.
Lactation Certification Courses
Confused about lactation certifications other than the IBCLC credential? Each course provider, including LactaLearning, creates its own lactation certification courses AND the unique initial designations (LCE, CLC, CBS, etc.) awarded at course completion. To compare similar courses from different providers, look for courses of similar length, for example, 95 or 45-50 hours.
Lactation Consultant Training
95-hours
Meets one requirement to take IBCLC exam or earn lactation certification.
Lactation Consultant Training
50-hours
Covers clinical and communication for lactation certification.
For Those Wanting the IBCLC Credential
For those who have already completed a 45-hour course, our 50-hour course provides the additional 50 hours, for a total of 95 hours, required to qualify for the IBCLC exam. Our Exam Prep course, included in the 95-hour CCLS course, offers excellent preparation for those ready to sit for the IBCLC exam.
Lactation Consultant Training
95-hours
Meets one requirement to take IBCLC exam or earn lactation certification.
Lactation Consultant Training
50-hours
Covers clinical and communication for lactation certification.
IBCLC Exam Prep
Streamline your preparation for the IBLCE exam.
For Those Needing More Lactation-Specific Hours
To qualify for the IBCLC exam, candidates need at least 95 hours of lactation-specific education. For those needing more hours, consider these LactaLearning options.
Book Groups
Attend live or view recorded on your own time. Offers CERPs only.
Join our FREE info session on Mon, August 25th, 2025 at 7 PM ET
LactaLearning founders, Barbara Robertson and Nancy Mohrbacher, will walk you through the process of becoming a lactation consultant and how the CCLS course supports that goal. We will provide you with more information on the CCLS training and the opportunity to ask questions. Email barbara@lactalearning.com for a meeting invitation.
The LactaLearning Difference
Engaging mix of learning modalities: podcasts, short videos, live discussions & more.
A wealth of lactation resources you’ll turn to again and again.
Direct connections to highly experienced teachers and course creators you trust.
A head-and-heart approach so you can more effectively empower families.
Innovative course design makes it easy to focus on topics you need.
Educational best practices help you retain more vital knowledge and skills.
Entry to a supportive community of like-minded breastfeeding advocates.
The flexibility you need to study at convenient times and places.