Breastfeeding Level II Course

Overview: 

2-day (WHO/UNICEF competency-based model)

9:30 am to 3:30 pm daily for 2 consecutive days

Facilitator:

Kathy Venter - RN, IBCLC

Participants:

Health care workers who provide direct care in a maternal and child health setting that are wishing to advance their education and knowledge in human lactation and breastfeeding.

Pre-requisite:

HBFI Level I WHO/UNICEF course or equivalent is required.

Goals & Objectives:

This two-day advanced course further explores, promotes and supports human lactation and breastfeeding through examining current evidence-based, best practice. 

• Emergent case-based learning methodology is used to apply the information gained through level 1 or equivalent in a more clinically focused context, learning from and with each other to develop practical and effective care plans.

Course Content:

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Neurobiology and attachment
• Assessment of infant feeding
• Milk supply issues
• Using technology
• Supplementing the Breastfeeding Baby
• Breast dynamics – dealing with challenges
• Maternal health and breastfeeding outcomes
• Informed decision-making discussions
• Research and best practice

Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Courses are held virtually on Zoom.