HBFI Breastfeeding Level II - CANCELLED

Course Overview: 

• 2 day course (WHO/UNICEF competency based model)
• 9:30 am to 3:30 pm daily for 2 consecutive days
• 11 L, and 1 E CERPs
• Pre-requisite: HBFI Level I WHO/UNICEF course or equivalent is required.

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.

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