The online credential management system has an improved appearance. Over the last several months, IBLCE’s database provider has been working behind the scenes to improve the online credential management system. Users still have access to all the important information about the examination, credentials, and certificates, but now with a more streamlined, accessible user experience.
For 40 years, IBLCE has set the standard in lactation care, advancing public health worldwide.
Our mission: Serving the global public interest by advancing professional practice in lactation consultation and support through credentialing.
The IBCLC programme is accredited by NCCA. 
MILCC removes financial barriers to accessing the IBCLC credential by fostering inclusiveness, promoting philanthropy, and increasing public awareness of the value of the IBCLC.
Recognising maternity and community-based facilities worldwide that hire currently certified International Board Certified Lactation Consultant® (IBCLC®) certificants.
Come celebrate World Breastfeeding Week with us at IBLCE and our wonderful 2024-2025 Chair, Bayyinah Muhammad! We want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to all the IBCLCs out there for the amazing support they provide to…
The International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE)® is the organisation serving the global public interest by advancing professional practice in lactation consultation and support through credentialing. The goals of the World Health Organization (WHO) International Code of Marketing of…
This year, as we celebrate 40 years of the IBCLC certification, we recognise the incredible impact IBCLCs make on families everywhere. With over 38,000 IBCLCs supporting families worldwide, their dedication to protect, promote, and support breastfeeding continues to advance global…
US Voters: Contact your Congressional leadership to restore breastfeeding funding!
The federal government shutdown has halted funding for many vital programmes—including the Hospitals Promoting Breastfeeding program at the CDC, the only line item in the federal budget explicitly dedicated to breastfeeding support.
Congress can prevent disruption of local programmes to support mothers and babies by ensuring the Hospitals Promoting Breastfeeding line item is included in the next emergency appropriation or continuing resolution.