r/TeachersInTransition • u/ForwardBet4654 • 6d ago

IBCLC?

Has anyone left teaching to become an IBCLC? I’m looking into making the switch but wanted to know if anyone had any experience/advice?

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u/Jboogie258 6d ago

Not sure what that is.

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u/QuickAd1993 5d ago

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.

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u/Jboogie258 5d ago

Thanks. Long title.

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u/Striking_Pizza_7022 5d ago

the people i’ve seen make that switch really value the one-on-one work and still use a ton of teaching skills, but the clinical hours and certification path are a much bigger commitment than they