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