Information For IBCLC Mentors
Find the information you need to guide aspiring IBCLCs.
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Mentor Information
Did you know you can earn CERPs for mentoring aspiring IBCLCs?MLCA’s Mentorship Committee is building resources and a supportive mentor community for collaboration and shared growth. No need to worry if you're unsure about guidelines, feel disorganized, or don’t have a busy practice—mentorship can take many forms, and we’re here to help you succeed.
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Become A Mentor
Did you know there are various ways you can act as a mentor?Mentoring can take many forms: informational interviews, leading study groups, offering pathway guidance, sharing resources (including BIPOC-specific), allowing shadowing, serving as mentor or chief mentor, and more. There are many ways to support future IBCLCs and make a meaningful impact!
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Already Mentoring
Did you know MLCA members get exclusive access to our mentorship directory?We’re thrilled to hear you’re mentoring the next generation of lactation consultants! We’d love to include you in our mentorship directory so aspiring IBCLCs and fellow mentors can connect with you. Let us know how you're mentoring, if you're open to more mentees, and if you'd like to be added to the directory.
Mentorship Resources
MLCA members gain access to exclusive member-only pages, including our Member Resources, which provide detailed mentorship information, tools, and guidance to support both new and experienced mentors. Members can also access our Mentorship Directory—a searchable database of mentors, outlining the services they offer and ways to connect with each of them.