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Lactation Education Refresher

RMED-X400.36

20-Hour Asynchronous Online Course

The Lactation Education Refresher (LER) is designed for lactation professionals and healthcare providers who have already completed a 45-hour lactation training course and need continuing education hours.

Who Should Enroll?

- International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs)

- Certified Lactation Consultants (CLCs)

- Lactation Educators

- Other healthcare providers working in maternal-child health

CERP Credits

IBCLCs who successfully complete the course will earn:

- 5 E-CERPs

- 15 L-CERPs

Course Highlights

- Evidence-based curriculum using current best practices

- Covers topics from prenatal care through weaning

- Features expert guest speakers

- Fully online and self-paced (asynchronous)

Enrollment Requirements

Students must be accepted into the LER. The simple application process includes:

- Uploading proof of current credential (IBCLC, CLC, etc.), or

- Proof of completion of a 45-hour lactation training course

Recommendation: Enroll every three years to stay current with the latest research and best practices.

How to Enroll

1. Submit your application

2. Once verified, you will receive an email with enrollment instructions

Course Fee: $285
 

The LER is offered online every quarter. View the academic calendar here.

2026 Winter Quarter - Section ID 194966 (January 5 - February 14, 2026) Alexandra Barrera, RN, DNP, IBCLC

2026 Spring Quarter - Section ID 196186 (March 23 - May 2, 2026) Alexandra Barrera, RN, DNP, IBCLC

2026 Summer Quarter - Section ID 197990 (June 22 - August 1, 2026) Alexandra Barrera, RN, DNP, IBCLC

2026 Fall Quarter - Section ID TBD (September 21 - November 1, 2026) Registration begins August 8 -  Alexandra Barrera, RN, DNP, IBCLC

Canvas, our online learning platform, is not compatible with smart phones or tablet devices. We recommend students plan to use a laptop or desktop for our courses.

This enduring course does not expire. This course is approved for 20 hours by BRN and LEAARC. UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development (CE hours) by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN), provider number 0058 (no partial credit is awarded); and the Lactation Education Accreditation and Approval Review Committee (LEAARC). No one in a position to control content has a relevant financial relationship with an ineligible company.

 

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Course Information

Online
2.00 units
$285.00

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Course sessions

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Section ID:

197990

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

No textbook required.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 6/26/2026

Note:

This enduring course does not expire.* This course is approved for 20 hours by BRN and LEAARC. UC San Diego Extended Studies is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development (CE hours) by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN), provider number 0058 (no partial credit is awarded); and the Lactation Education Accreditation and Approval Review Committee (LEAARC). * No one in a position to control content has a relevant financial relationship with an ineligible company.

Schedule:

No information available at this time.
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Instructor:

Alexandra Barrera, RN, DNP, IBCLC
Alexandra Barrera, RN, DNP, IBCLC
Allie Barrera is a Registered Nurse and IBCLC with over eight years experience in Maternal Child Health and lactation. She completed her undergraduate degree in Education, and after becoming a Registered Nurse, went on to receive her Master’s of Science in Nursing with the goal of becoming an instructor. Allie’s teaching experience includes Pediatric Theory at the university level, as well as Breastfeeding Basics, Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative, and Newborn courses at the hospital level.
 
Allie feels passionate about serving high risk populations and believes that everyone should have access to excellent care, especially in lactation! She is a mom to three boys who have all influenced her practice in different ways. She loves learning new things, advancing her education, and is currently pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice where she hopes to focus on improving perinatal outcomes for women with a history of trauma.
 
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Section ID:

EL00002376

Class type:

Not Applicable

Textbooks:

No textbooks required.

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Instructors:

Kristina Chamberlain, CNM, ARNP, IBCLC
Kristina Chamberlain, CNM, ARNP, IBCLC
Kristina Chamberlain is a graduate of the University of Washington and has been working with breastfeeding families for over 15 years. As a Certified Nurse-Midwife and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, she found postpartum and breastfeeding support to be lacking, so she focused her work on providing the best lactation and breastfeeding care to her patients. Her clinical experience includes working inpatient and outpatient in hospitals, private practice, and home visits. She also loves teaching future IBCLCs and has taught in person and online courses at the graduate level, as well as presented at various professional conferences. She believes we need more lactation consultants because every breastfeeding family deserves one! In her spare time, she is attending her kids’ sports events and learning how to become a beekeeper.  
 
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Alexandra Barrera, RN, DNP, IBCLC
Alexandra Barrera, RN, DNP, IBCLC
Allie Barrera is a Registered Nurse and IBCLC with over eight years experience in Maternal Child Health and lactation. She completed her undergraduate degree in Education, and after becoming a Registered Nurse, went on to receive her Master’s of Science in Nursing with the goal of becoming an instructor. Allie’s teaching experience includes Pediatric Theory at the university level, as well as Breastfeeding Basics, Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative, and Newborn courses at the hospital level.
 
Allie feels passionate about serving high risk populations and believes that everyone should have access to excellent care, especially in lactation! She is a mom to three boys who have all influenced her practice in different ways. She loves learning new things, advancing her education, and is currently pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice where she hopes to focus on improving perinatal outcomes for women with a history of trauma.
 
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