The IBCLC recertification policy requires that certificants recertify by examination every ten years.
This re-examination policy is intended to periodically assess knowledge and cognitive skills related to lactation consulting. At the ten-year interval, the examination for all candidates is premised on a new practise analysis, capturing major developments in the field.
Please note: commencing with IBCLCs recertifying in 2022, the examination will remain an option for recertification but will no longer be a requirement. A self-assessment and required focused continuing education will be an option in lieu of examination at each five-year recertification period.
When you submit your recertification by CERPs application, you may submit continuing education that has not already been recognised for CERPs. The Individual CERPs Guide provides details about the types of educational activities that you may submit.
You can review the Individual CERPs Guide to see if your activities meet IBLCE requirements. Review ahead of the recertification application is not available.
You should keep copies of your certificates of participation in the continuing education, as your application may be randomly selected for audit. IBLCE provides 10 business days to submit supporting documentation. Please note that IBLCE reseves the right to audit any certificant application.
Yes, you can earn a maximum of 15 L-CERPs per student who completes the Pathway 2 programme. You can report up to a maximum of 50 L-CERPs over the five-year recertification cycle. Hours are allocated based on a percentage of time spent in the preceptor role.
