LACTATION TRAINING
Lactation Instructor Training.
PROJECT MILK MISSION
Certified Diversity Lactation Instructor Training.
We have an online option available for those who would like to learn at their own pace.
- Cost: $923.00
- 40-hour Curriculum
- Duration: 3 months to complete from start date
- Flexibility: Work through the material at your own pace
Our training includes:
- Evidence-based practices in lactation support
- Cultural inclusivity to address implicit biases and cultural stigmas
- Professional development and enhancement of lactation consulting skills
- Project Milk Mission is proud to be verified by the IBLCE as a Recognized Breastfeeding Support Counsellor Organization (RBSCO), highlighting our commitment to expert breastfeeding support for families.
The curriculum includes:
- Foundations of breastfeeding science and physiology – how lactation works, milk composition, infant weight patterns, and the anatomy and hormones involved in milk production.
- Practical breastfeeding support skills – assessing a feeding, positioning and latch techniques, addressing sore nipples, engorgement, mastitis, and other common breastfeeding challenges.
- Counseling and communication techniques – listening skills, confidence-building, supporting different learning styles, and providing evidence-based guidance without judgment.
- Cultural, social, and health equity perspectives – understanding racial and ethnic disparities in breastfeeding, especially among African American families, and using culturally responsive approaches.
- Professional practice and ethical standards – applying evidence-based care, understanding healthcare practices that affect breastfeeding, and preparing participants to confidently support families in real-world settings.
Stay tuned for upcoming in-person training dates. If you’re interested in being added to the waitlist, please email us
POSITIVE FEEDBACK
Participant Feedback
We are proud to share the positive feedback from our recent Certified Diversity Lactation Instructor Training (Virtual). Here are some key highlights from our participant survey :
- Useful Training Experience: 100% of participants found the training experience useful for their work, with 70% strongly agreeing and 30% agreeing.
- Organized Content: The content was well-received, with 100% of respondents agreeing or strongly agreeing that it was organized and easy to follow.
- Relevant Topics: All participants (100%) felt that the topics covered were relevant to them.
